Which prime lens is best for street photography on Canon EOS R8?

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im going to tokyo next week and just got a canon r8 but the kit lens is way too big and i dont know anything about how these work. my budget is like $300. sorry if this is stupid but which prime lens is best for street photography on this camera?

Josephrew · Accepted Answer

^ This. Also, if youre sticking to that $300 budget, the Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM is a very cost-effective choice. I have been satisfied with its performance on the R8:Portability: It is incredibly light and tiny for travelValue: Costs well under your budget limitLow light: The f/1.8 aperture works well for night shots Its a solid lens that provides great results without spending too much.

Spinnerel · Answer

> my budget is like $300. sorry if this is stupid but which prime lens is best for street photography on this camera? Saw this a bit late but honestly for Tokyo on an R8 you've got two main paths. Since you're on a budget and want small, you gotta check the Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM. Its a total pancake lens, basically makes your camera pocketable. Tech-wise, it uses three aspherical elements to keep things sharp despite the tiny glass. 28mm is a classic street width because Tokyo streets are tight and you'll want that extra field of view for the neon signs. The other big contender is the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 IS Macro STM. It might be closer to $400 new but you can find it used under 300 easy. That f/1.8 aperture is king for night shots in Shinjuku. Plus, it has 5 stops of optical image stabilization. Since the R8 doesnt have stabilization in the camera body, having it in the lens helps a ton for handheld shots when its getting dark. 35mm is basically the gold standard for street photography because it looks very natural, kind of like what your eye sees. If you want the absolute smallest setup possible go for the 28mm. If you plan on shooting a lot of low light or want that blurry background, the 35mm is better value. Either way, they're both gonna be way lighter than that bulky kit zoom...

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