Ugh, I feel so lost. I just splurged on the Canon EOS R5 because I heard it was the best, but now I dont even know what lens to put on the silly thing. Sorry if this is a total noob question, but Im super frustrated trying to figure this out. I need one lens that does literally everything because I dont want to carry a bag full of glass while I walk around San Francisco taking photos of my dog and street architecture.
- Budget is like 2k max
- Needs to be simple to use
- Dont want to switch lenses ever
Is there just one lens that is actually good for everything? Please help...
Just saw this thread. You might want to consider the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM instead of something faster. I learned the hard way that extra weight kills the fun. Be careful with zoom ranges.
- The constant aperture keeps exposure consistent
- Image stabilization is vital for handheld architecture shots
- Weather sealing saves gear in foggy city weather I would suggest testing the weight first. Make sure to check if you find the reach enough before committing.
Adding my two cents, are you planning on low-light night shots? If not, the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM is solid, but knowing your low-light needs helps narrow it down.
Honestly, I feel your pain. Buying a body like the R5 and then staring at the lens wall is intimidating for anyone, so dont sweat it. After shooting for years, I have learned that lugging around a bag of primes usually just means you end up leaving your camera at home. Since you are in SF and just want one piece of glass that stays glued to the body, you really have one clear path forward. In my experience, you should look at the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM. It is honestly the workhorse of the RF mount for a reason.
- It covers a huge range, from wide street shots to decent portraits of your pup.
- The image stabilization is super solid, which is a lifesaver when you are tired from walking all day.
- It is weather-sealed and built like a tank, so it wont fail you when the fog rolls in. Basically, you wont need anything else for street architecture or casual walk-arounds. You could look at the 24-70mm 2.8, but that thing is heavy and expensive. The f/4 version is way more balanced for someone who wants to keep things simple. Just grab the 24-105, throw it on the camera, and forget about the tech stuff. Just go have fun taking photos, man.