Blurry EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II

[Mitian98]

While shooting using my EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II lens, I am getting blurred photos but not with my other lens. Is there a way to clean the blurred lens?

[deebatman316 · Accepted solution]

Check and ensure that the AF/MF switch on the lens is set to AF. If it’s set to MF you’ll have to manually focus the lens. When set to AF the lens will focus. Does the lens even try to focus. It will make audible sounds while it’s autofocusing. 

[Mitian98]

Thank you, I will check and confirm back.

[ebiggs1]

Of course make sure the AF/MF switch is set AF but when that isn't the cause try this.

Almost all out of focus (OOF) images are user caused. So, let's do a full camera reset. Consult your manual if you don't know how or come back and one of us will explain how. It's important to do the full reset  back to default settings. Now on a nice sunny day set the camera to P mode. AF switch to AF. Set ISO to 200. Use One shot not Ai-servo or any in camera auto AF mode. WB to daylight. Now take a few dozen shots of lots of stuff perhaps in a park. People, buildings, animals, kids, etc., random stuff.

If all is well there isn't anything wrong with your gear. And, sorry to say,  it was you.

[Mitian98]

Thank you very much for the details response, the issue was fixed by setting AF/MF switch but your settings were very helpful. I don't know the method to fully reset, can you Pls. suggest how to perform that?

[ebiggs1]

You didn't mention which camera you have did you? Do you have the manual that came with it?

[Mitian98]

Canon Rebel EOS T3i

[ebiggs1]

Flip the LCD screen so the screen is visible
Turn the Camera on by flipping the on/off switch on the top right of the camera
Turn the dial to M to enter Manual Mode
Hit the Menu button
Scroll over to the rightmost wrench
Scroll down to Clear Settings
Hit Set
Scroll and hit Clear all camera settings
Scroll and hit Clear all Custom Func C.FN