Ive been shooting with the R5 for years now and honestly, the upgrade to the Mark II has been wild with that new sensor readout speed. I usually rock the RF 24-70mm f/2.8 but after a recent trip to the PNW for some landscape work, I felt like I was constantly swapping glass way too much. I dont know, maybe I'm just getting lazy or maybe my back is finally starting to give out from carrying the full prime kit everywhere. I have a wedding shoot coming up in Philly next month and I really want to slim down my bag without sacrificing that crispness I get from the L-series primes.
Im trying to figure out if I should just stick to the 24-70 or if there is something else that plays nicer with the new AF system. Budget isnt super tight, but I dont want to drop 4k on something that ends up being redundant. Does anyone have a go-to all-rounder that actually holds up to the resolution on the Mark II? Is the 24-105 f/2.8 worth the extra weight or am I gonna miss the f/2.8 speed on the 24-70...
Building on the earlier suggestion, I personally love the Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM for that prime-like sharpness! It beats carrying a bag full of primes, honestly it is incredible.
Honestly, just grab the Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z. It is a beast but the extra reach is a lifesaver for weddings. You lose a tiny bit of portability, but having that constant aperture without switching lenses is worth it. If you want something lighter, stick to your Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM. The zoom range on the 24-105 is just way more versatile for run-and-gun work.
Stick with your Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM! It is the safest choice for weddings. Keep your kit light and rely on the R5 II sensor resolution for cropping.
Great info, saved!
Seconded!