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Canon EF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

94.2 Budget Score
18-135mm f/3.5 Canon EF-S IS
Why we recommend this

This lens offers a versatile 18-135mm zoom range, equivalent to 28.8-216mm on APS-C cameras, making it a practical all-in-one option for travel and general photography. Its inclusion of a UD and an aspherical element helps control aberrations for improved image quality across its focal range. It is best for Canon APS-C camera owners seeking a single, lightweight walk-around lens for everyday shooting and travel.

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Price CA$705
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Canon EF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens

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Trioplan 35mm f/2.8 II

37.8 Budget Score
35mm f/2.8 Canon EF
Why we recommend this ▼

Its standout feature is the unique "soap bubble" bokeh effect, created by its 12-blade diaphragm for highly stylized out-of-focus highlights. The all-metal construction and manual focus design prioritize tactile control and durability over automation. This lens is best for portrait and artistic photographers specifically seeking that distinct, swirly bokeh character in their images.

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Trioplan 35mm f/2.8 II lens
Price CA$1,234
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