I'm looking to purchase the new Canon EOS R50. As my first mirrorless camera, I would really appreciate some advice on good lenses to pair with it.
My budget for lenses is around $400-800 total to start out. I intend to shoot a variety of subjects - everything from landscapes and architecture to portraits and lowlight events. So I need lenses that are pretty versatile to use in different scenarios.
Any recommendations ?
Totally agree with what everyone is saying about the R50 being a solid choice for a first mirrorless setup. Honestly, it reminds me so much of when my brother-in-law decided to get into photography right before his wedding. He bought a similar setup and was so worried about getting the perfect shots of the ceremony. He actually spent like three weeks watching YouTube tutorials on manual settings and lighting while he was supposed to be helping with the seating charts. Fast forward to the big day, and he gets so nervous that he accidentally leaves the lens cap on for the entire first half of the reception. He was walking around looking through the viewfinder wondering why everything was pitch black, thinking the sensor had died or something. We all had a good laugh once we figured it out, but man, he was stressed. Just goes to show that even with the best gear, sometimes the simplest things can trip you up... anyway, definitely a fun camera to learn on.
Wish Canon to release more RF-S lenses, such as RF-S 22mm f/2 STM lens from EF-M.
Canon EOS R50 is a mirrorless camera that offers versatility and great image quality. Here are some recommended lenses to pair with it, catering to various photography genres, including wide-angle, standard, zoom, and macro:
Standard Zoom
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Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
A versatile lens suitable for a range of photography styles from landscapes to portraits. -
Canon RF 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
A compact and lightweight all-in-one zoom lens ideal for travel.
Wide-Angle
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Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM
A great choice for landscape, architecture, and astrophotography, providing a wide field of view. -
Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
Perfect for those who want a wider zoom range for landscapes and interior shots.
Portrait
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Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM
A compact and affordable prime lens for portrait photography with excellent sharpness and background blur (bokeh). -
Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM
Ideal for portraiture and close-up shots with a great combination of focal length and image stabilization.
Macro
- Canon RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM
Great for macro photography, providing impressive detail and quality.
For a single, outstanding "all-around" lens for your Canon EOS R50, the best recommendation is the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM.
Get Sigma 10-18 and 18-50 lenses.
