How much better would this lens be?

[chris012543]

I am thinking about getting this camera kit Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 Megapixel SLR Digital Camera Kit - Black in Digital SLR Cameras | JR.com
This option is also available with a better lens here, Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 Megapixel SLR Digital Camera Kit - Black in Digital SLR Cameras | JR.com
Is that worth the extra $200?

 

[Josh66]

Does that lens cost $200 more than the other one? They're both kit lenses... Neither is really 'awesome'.

 

[Josh66]

The links describe both lenses as "EF" - they are actually EF-S. The 18-55 is $200 at B&H - the 18-135 is $350 at B&H.

Sounds like they're charging an extra $50 for the kit that comes with the longer lens...