Which lens is best for Canon R5 wedding photography?

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My cousin asked me to shoot her wedding next month and I feel way out of my depth. I just picked up a Canon R5 but the lens options are totally overwhelming me. I only have about 1500 to spend on glass. Is there one lens that can handle the whole day or am I gonna need a bunch of stuff?

Daviddit · Accepted Answer

Agree with the previous user about the 35mm focal length. In my experience, shooting weddings on an R5 requires absolute reliability, especially with lens resolution to match that 45MP sensor. You really need something faster than f/4 to handle church aisles or dark dance floors without pushing your ISO into noise territory. If you want a versatile prime setup that stays within budget, look into these:Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM for the portraits because it is incredibly sharp and weighs basically nothing.Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art if you can find a used copy, as it creates that buttery background separation wedding clients love. Focusing on two primes teaches you to move your feet. It is much better than fumbling with a variable aperture zoom when the lighting changes suddenly. Trust the optics.

PereverzevSnify · Answer

Honestly, doing a wedding with one lens is super stressful. I tried using the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM for a gig once and honestly, it was kinda underwhelming in low light. You'll probably struggle at the reception. If you only have 1500, grab a used Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art or even a nifty fifty. Weddings are tough, dont rely on just one zoom lens if you want those pro-looking shots.

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