So I finally pre-ordered the R5 Mark II and now im staring at my lens options and honestly im kinda torn. I was looking at the 24-70mm 2.8 because obviously its the gold standard but then I saw some reviews saying the 24-105mm f4 is actually plenty sharp for that high res sensor and way lighter for hiking. Im heading to Iceland in October and my budget is strictly under 2.5k for the glass so i cant really do both. My logic was that the 2.8 is better for low light but does the extra reach of the 105 make more sense for landscapes? I just dont want to waste the resolution of this body on a lens that cant keep up...
Saw this earlier and figured id weigh in. My choice was the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM and it just works. Tbh I preferred having the extra cash for better hotels.
- less bulk in the pack
- focal range is super handy
- leaves room for a prime Maybe toss in a Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM for those dark northern lights shots. Youll still be way under budget.
Look, if youre dropping that much on the R5II, dont compromise. In my experience with high-res sensors, the Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM is the only zoom that truly keeps up with those 45 megapixels. Youll definitely miss that f/2.8 in the low light of Icelands moody weather. Ive tried many zooms and honestly, the corner sharpness on the 2.8 beats the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM easily.
Honestly, you can save a ton of cash and still get pro-level results with the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM. Its an absolute beast for landscape photography! While that 2.8 is tempting, for an Iceland trip you are likely gonna be stopped down to f/8 or f/11 on a tripod most of the time. The 105mm reach is fantastic for picking out textures in glaciers or distant waterfalls that the 70mm simply wont reach. Taking the budget-conscious route with the f/4 leaves you with nearly a thousand dollars to spare. I would suggest pairing it with the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM for any low light or indoor shots. This combo gives you more versatility for less money. Plus, investing that extra cash into a rock-solid tripod or a high-end filter system will do way more for your sharpness on that 45MP sensor than that extra stop of glass will. Its definitely the smarter value play for the R5II!
This thread is gold. Bookmarking for future reference 🔖
