My 5 Favourite Canon EF Lenses (with photo examples)

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  • @metochites1
    @metochites1 3 роки тому +7

    At least one new video abot EF- lenses. EF lenses they still exist! Thank you for the video

  • @nikonmark37814
    @nikonmark37814 2 роки тому +15

    I've taken a low budget approach for my lenses that I use with the 6D and 5Ds. I love the Canon 24-105 f/4L IS version I, 70-200 f/4L, 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS version I, 35f/2 IS which should be an L lens, it's that good, 85 f/1.8 USM and Tamron 45 f/1.8 VC and Tamron 90 f/2.8 VC Macro. Both of the Tamron lenses are incredible and the auto focus on the 90 macro is fast unlike the Canon 100 f/2.8 L IS that I've borrowed in the past. I also have a 17-40 f/4L, it's reasonably sharp on both of my cameras but on the 5Ds the corners are soft until I get to f/8 so I'm looking to replace it with as used Tokina 16-28 f/2.8 which I've borrowed from time to time from a friend who uses it on his 5DsR and it's surprisingly good even in the corners and cost about $300.00 used in the US. I'm an old man at 66 and have no plans for mirrorless because mirrorless is expensive and it won't make me a better photographer!

    • @BEDIANSPINS
      @BEDIANSPINS Рік тому

      how was the 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS version I?

    • @nikonmark37814
      @nikonmark37814 8 місяців тому

      I use it mostly at the 400 end for backyard birding but recently picked up a 300 f/4 L IS and it and the Canon 1.4 TC have become my preferred choice for that endeavor so the 100-400 may be getting sold. The lens is sharp using it with my 7DII or 6D. @@BEDIANSPINS

  • @adude394
    @adude394 11 місяців тому +2

    Great post! My next lens is either going to be the 24-105, or the 70-200 f4. Eventually I'll own both of them, and I think they'll be really nice with both my 7D and 1DX Mark III.

  • @FlatWaterFilms
    @FlatWaterFilms 3 роки тому +4

    I'm getting by with two. 24-104 f/4 and 70-300 f/3.5 to f/5.6. Works great for my needs.

    • @samguw
      @samguw  3 роки тому +3

      As long as it works for your needs, there is no right or wrong!

  • @Gremlack13
    @Gremlack13 3 роки тому +7

    I have both the ef and rf 24-105 f4. I like them both a lot for their versatility as a multipurpose lenses.

  • @easylearning6536
    @easylearning6536 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for the video! So excited to see EF lens video 😊

    • @samguw
      @samguw  3 роки тому +1

      Welcome! And I'm guessing you mean RF heh. Definitely. Once I get my hands on some loan units from Canon I'll make one

  • @mahditehrani2917
    @mahditehrani2917 3 роки тому +21

    sam lord of the red rings

    • @samguw
      @samguw  3 роки тому +1

      Add Gamgee behind and I'll fit right in hahaha

    • @Hilltoe
      @Hilltoe Місяць тому

      Nah one lense to rule them all

  • @Losochill
    @Losochill 10 місяців тому

    Yea the video is 2 years old, but I had to say your audio is AWESOME!! 💪🏾🔥 Im really into photography but I’m an audio guy at heart. The mic is a little bassy, but if I didn’t see it was Rode I’d think it’s Shure

  • @jamescarlos8642
    @jamescarlos8642 11 місяців тому +2

    Now canon has released canon rf 24-105mm as f2.8 aperture
    New lens and quite pricey and also same size as ef 70-200mm f2.8 lens

  • @mareksykora3891
    @mareksykora3891 4 місяці тому +1

    I have similar setup: 16-35/4, 24-70/4, 35/1.4 and 100/2.8 and love then all

  • @Iorndealer
    @Iorndealer 3 роки тому +2

    Well said, I enjoy my 50 f/1.2 L and 135 f/2 L, I use them as a pair in most of my portraits work.

    • @Thedivinevision.19
      @Thedivinevision.19 2 роки тому

      May I ask which dslr you use, thinking of getting 135

    • @Iorndealer
      @Iorndealer 2 роки тому +1

      @@Thedivinevision.19 I at the time used a 5D MK IV and a 6D MK ii

  • @paulhenry7
    @paulhenry7 Місяць тому

    My top 5: EF 16-35mm f4 L IS; RF 24-105mm f4 L IS USM; EF 70-200mm f4 L IS II USM; EF 100-400mm f4.5-5.6 L IS II USM; Zeiss Classic 100mm f2 Makro ZE. My next 5: EF 11-24mm F4 L; EF 35mm f1.4 L II USM; EF 85mm f1.4 L IS; Zeiss Classic 135mm f2 APO ZE; NFD 200mm MACRO f4 (converted to EF mount).

  • @richardpill8322
    @richardpill8322 3 роки тому +4

    Nice choices. I use my 70-200mm with a 2x teleconverter for macro, works great.

  • @Vikram-wx4hg
    @Vikram-wx4hg 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing your favourties and your personal experience with them.

  • @JohnJohnson-bo5sv
    @JohnJohnson-bo5sv Рік тому

    good point about the newer cameras with the better exposure latitudes (iSO) making the faster (not as sharp at maximum lenses obsolete..something to think about however I can't shed myself of the lust for a 2.8 ultrawide zoom..

  • @chacmool2581
    @chacmool2581 Рік тому

    Agreed. Every fotographer needs to have a normal zoom lens. I own three:
    * EF24-70/2.8II L
    * RF24-105/4 L
    * EF-M 15-45IS.
    Only noobs think that a lens with Macro capability is only for Macro. The 100L is one of those lenses with very special rendering, sharp and constrasty. The IS is good for three-stops.
    The EF35L II? I am waiting for the RF35/1.2L

  • @ryanellis7520
    @ryanellis7520 8 місяців тому

    Great coverage and descriptions. Great video!

  • @frederickmcdonald6636
    @frederickmcdonald6636 2 роки тому +1

    very well explained - thank you for sharing your thoughts!

  • @CHIPSSALTY
    @CHIPSSALTY Рік тому +1

    I suggest the Canon 16-35 F2.8L II, 80-200 F2.8L and the 50mm F2.5 Macro. This is obviously a very budget setup.
    The 80-200 is nearly just as good as the newer 70-200, at like half the price. If you never used a L lens before, this old magic drainpipe will teach you what magic is.
    The 50mm macro is a cheap replacement for the whole 24-70 or 24-105 L line, because it is that sharp. Just take a step backward or take a step forward, zoom with your feet. It even replaced the 100mm macro lens, if you get the life-size converter. Super light to carry around in your backpack, so this is the ideal spare lens. The downside is that its autofocus is quite loud, so it isn't the best for video.
    The 16-35 II is there for ultra wide angles. All lens in this range isn't there for the best image quality. It is simply that when you need an ultra-wide you have one. You can skip this lens until later. With the 50mm, you can do panorama shots for sceneries instead of buying this lens.

  • @4ngles
    @4ngles 3 роки тому +1

    I discover your channel ! Thanks for your advices !

  • @JadenWhite
    @JadenWhite 3 роки тому +1

    70-200 is undefeated!! Also i like the EF 70-200 bc of internal zoom! Idk if i trust the RF ones just yet... ALWAYS BUY USED

    • @samguw
      @samguw  3 роки тому +1

      So true man! The 70-200 is one of those lenses that jsut can't be replaced. I would say the RF version is 100% better in almost every aspect except for manual focusing and balancing weight on the setup. I've shot with that lens in the rain and nothing happened to it

  • @jameshoy380
    @jameshoy380 2 роки тому

    Great vid. Wonderful images as well!

  • @videojeroki
    @videojeroki Рік тому +1

    f/4 gives already plenty of background blur on a full frame. it is all about the distance to the subject (camera and background). with the right settings and composition, you can make subject separation with a f/5.6 kit lens on micro fourth third too.
    let's not be obsessed with numbers and bokeh balls ;)

  • @beepbopboop7727
    @beepbopboop7727 3 роки тому +1

    Your accent is adorable.

  • @titomedia1
    @titomedia1 3 роки тому

    I like your lens review, well done!

    • @samguw
      @samguw  3 роки тому

      Thank you Timothy!

  • @isaactan715
    @isaactan715 3 роки тому +3

    Nice video man, I just starting out photo and video because of Peter Mckinnon haha. Now rocking kit lens 18-135 and 50mm 1.8.
    May I ask the 16-35 F4, can I still purchase it at canon?

    • @samguw
      @samguw  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks man! Really happy to hear you putting an interest. It's a long journey ahead but it'll be worth it. And yes you can still get the lens at Canon however I would generally say it's better to buy used than new. Most of the gear I own is used

    • @isaactan715
      @isaactan715 3 роки тому

      @@samguw thanks man appreciated

  • @christianloseni3777
    @christianloseni3777 Рік тому

    You sound a little like an nigerian 😊 thanks for the Review and expensive lenses

  • @pgulysse1
    @pgulysse1 3 роки тому

    Thanks.
    I have the 90D and the SL2 (200D).
    Too bad Canon did give more fast lens options for the EF-S mount, like the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM.
    Canon did not even offer a 2.8 trinity lenses for the EF-S mount. You have to use the FF version, means bigger and more expensive. Too late, Canon seems is only putting money and RD on the RF system now.
    What do you suggest for EF-S mount or the 90D?

  • @dannyfingersmusic
    @dannyfingersmusic 2 роки тому

    Great video!

  • @alafaithhopelove9077
    @alafaithhopelove9077 8 місяців тому

    I dont know what to get, you said its a must have for every lens , it doesnt help me to choose really

  • @StephanBuchin
    @StephanBuchin 2 роки тому

    35mm ftw 😎

  • @nipeshshah4694
    @nipeshshah4694 3 роки тому

    Amazing content 👌

    • @samguw
      @samguw  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you!

  • @vhc7764
    @vhc7764 3 роки тому +2

    I also own the EF L 50MM and 85 1.2, but I was shocked to see Canon USA start to price gouge on the majority of their premium EF L glass. Sony GM and Nikon Premium glass prices have not increased $hundreds per lens during 2021 so it must not be a "chip shortage issue." Must be a Canon strategy to force customers to invest in their plastic RF line...just my humble opinion.

    • @samguw
      @samguw  3 роки тому +1

      Ah I'm not too sure about the market in the US. But here, brand new EF glass has not dropped price in anyway. I mostly get lenses used anyways as the second hand market has a lot of great value. Brand new... not so much

  • @revolutionarybloodlinebull9127
    @revolutionarybloodlinebull9127 2 роки тому

    Thanks… I Am Listening

  • @mikebroesel
    @mikebroesel 2 роки тому +1

    Note: I ordered and paid for this this lens (Canon RF 100mm Macro Lens) almost a year ago now and understand that I had to wait 6-months to get this lens but I still don't have the "Tripod Mount Ring and Adapter" yet and Canon has refused to comment to B&H for an update. I believe that to be unacceptable customer service and therefore can't recommend "Canon equipment" to anyone.

  • @crayshaunhenderson1265
    @crayshaunhenderson1265 2 роки тому

    hey sam how you're doing my brother it's so good to talk to somebody who also have the same camera as me. i have the 16-35 mark 2 lens and the 50mm lens i want to get the sigma 18-35 but should i get that even though i have the 16-35 L series lens? i want the 55-250 and the 15-85 lens i was told they are some good lens and they're cheap ya see. i want another good prime len like the 35 for portraits. i want the
    1. 15-85
    2. 55-250
    3. 24mm
    4. 24-105
    5.35mm
    6. 18-35
    i think having 8 lens should be good and i don't have to go with full frame if i don't want to right i think the 80d is good enough please help me out

  • @G.Liyew_1984
    @G.Liyew_1984 Рік тому

    Are those lenses good for video as a photo ?

  • @DonFlow69
    @DonFlow69 8 місяців тому

    0:38 “There is no one best lens.”
    The 15$ homemade lens from a lenscap and an old kodak funsaver begs to differ.

  • @michaelrozen6008
    @michaelrozen6008 2 роки тому +1

    My favourite lens is not on this lens. Canon EF 135 mm F2

  • @kundamanda4286
    @kundamanda4286 Рік тому

    heyllo am new into lens, kindly recommend me a lens for church live streaming that can go with canon mark ll c100

  • @flowepots4852
    @flowepots4852 Рік тому

    hey would anyone know a cheaper alternative to the 4th lense? I am looking towards being able to capture mainly aesthetic cinema shots but am also looking for some versatility for my arts class.. Anything ranging less than 300 dollars?

  • @Yayareaaa15
    @Yayareaaa15 Рік тому

    does the EF 24-105 work for the EOS m6 camera?

  • @NateWingo-z1c
    @NateWingo-z1c 5 місяців тому

    Do they fit for the rebel t100

  • @den_medusa5335
    @den_medusa5335 2 роки тому +1

    My favorite Lenses I have ... Canon EF 8-15 mm F4L Fisheye USM .... EF 11-24 mm F4L USM .... EF 24-70 mm F4L IS USM .... EF 24-105 mm F4L IS II USM .... EF 70-200 mm F4L IS USM .... EF 100 mm F2.8L Macro IS USM .... EF 180 mm F3.5L Macro USM .... EF 300 mm F4L IS USM .... and I am planning to buy Either .. EF 200-400 mm F4L IS USM with Extender 1.4x .... or .... EF 400 mm F4DO IS USM ...

  • @Giscardyoryor
    @Giscardyoryor 2 роки тому

    Do you think the Ef 50mm 1.8 can be a substitute for the 35 mm (your favorite) ??

  • @apollontv1078
    @apollontv1078 Рік тому

    If you only could afford 2 canon lenses...( FOR portrait/street photography --&wildlife/plus video...not for vlogging)what those would be :.......🤷‍♂️

  • @aram4854
    @aram4854 3 роки тому

    So you would choose the 35mm over 50mm prime?

    • @JadenWhite
      @JadenWhite 3 роки тому

      i would say the 35 since he didn't have a 50 in this video and he said the 35 is his favorite

    • @samguw
      @samguw  3 роки тому +1

      I do own the 50 1.2 but for me, the 50mm is such a boring focal length. I do use for certain kinds of shoots but it never inspires me when I look at the image. I would 100% take the 35 over the 50

    • @JadenWhite
      @JadenWhite 3 роки тому

      @@samguw have you tried the RF 50 1.2? Just picked one up and it’s insane! Once they make a faster RF 35 prime I’m jumping all over it! 35 is just such a great length

  • @william77-x3q
    @william77-x3q 6 місяців тому +1

    My wallet is on danger now

  • @willywieler
    @willywieler Місяць тому

    ua-cam.com/users/shorts9HYMSc1QiEY?si=Z3aE9oKJGhPrXNmC
    We use 85 mm. And 24 -70 mm . Lens and canon 5D.

  • @curtsuneson6161
    @curtsuneson6161 Місяць тому

    I just farted

  • @Sergey_Sergeev
    @Sergey_Sergeev 8 місяців тому

    👎