Ugh, I feel so lost. My sister asked me to take some senior photos for her next weekend and my kit lens just looks so boring. I have like 300 bucks max to spend and I have no idea what to buy for my R10. Is there a cheap lens that makes things look blurry in the background? Sorry if this is a dumb question but I am kinda panicking here.
Honestly, stick to the RF mount native glass if you can. The Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM is basically your best friend here. It is super cheap and way better than that kit lens, tho the autofocus can be a bit loud and slow sometimes.
- The Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM is also an option, but the 50mm focal length is way more flattering for portraits imo. Just dont expect miracles in super dim lighting.
Honestly, grab the Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM for that blur. If you need more room, the Viltrox 33mm f/1.4 STM is a solid budget alternative for your R10.
Dont panic! We have all been there with those stressful last minute favors. That kit lens is decent for landscapes, but it really does struggle when you want that nice creamy background blur for portraits. Honestly, you might want to consider renting a lens for the weekend instead of buying something cheap you might regret later. It is usually way safer to go that route if you are on a tight deadline. Before I suggest anything specific, what kind of distance are you usually standing from your sister when you shoot? Also, are you mostly planning on doing these outside in daylight or are you going to be stuck indoors with lower light? Making sure you get the right focal length is super important so you dont end up disappointed with the results.