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Canon EF 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Standard

66.8 Portrait Score
17-55mm f/2.8 Canon EF-S IS
Why we recommend this

Its constant f/2.8 aperture and built-in optical image stabilization provide excellent low-light performance and sharpness for its EF-S mount. The inclusion of UD and aspherical lens elements ensures high optical quality, rivaling many full-frame zooms. This lens is best for Canon APS-C shooters needing a versatile, bright standard zoom for event photography or run-and-gun video work.

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Price CA$1,206
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Canon EF 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Standard lens

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Primoplan 75mm f/1.9 II

52 Portrait Score
75mm f/1.9 Canon EF
Why we recommend this ▼

Its standout feature is the unique optical design with Schott glass and a 15-blade aperture, which produces exceptionally smooth bokeh and a distinct "swirly" rendering at f/1.9. The lens prioritizes character over clinical sharpness, making it a specialized tool for creative portraiture rather than a general-purpose optic. This lens is best for portrait photographers seeking a specific, vintage-inspired look with beautiful out-of-focus transitions.

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Primoplan 75mm f/1.9 II lens
Price CA$1,371
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