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Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens

60.7 Travel Score
18mm f/2.8 Canon RF
Why we recommend this

This ultra-wide zoom offers a constant f/2.8 aperture and a fast internal focus system in a remarkably compact 269g package. Its 16-29mm full-frame equivalent range provides a versatile wide-angle perspective for APS-C mirrorless cameras. It's best for landscape and architectural photographers needing a lightweight, bright-aperture lens for their Canon RF APS-C bodies.

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Laowa Venus Optics Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D Lens for Canon

49.1 Travel Score
9mm f/2.8 Canon RF
Why we recommend this

Its standout feature is a 9mm focal length with a Zero-D design that delivers minimal distortion, making it ideal for architectural and aerial work. The lens is exceptionally compact at 215g and features a bright f/2.8 aperture for low-light shooting. This lens is best for Canon RF shooters who need a portable, ultra-wide prime for landscapes, real estate interiors, and creative close-ups with its 12cm minimum focus distance.

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Sirui SIRUI Saturn 50mm T2.9 1.6X Full Frame Carbon

40.3 Travel Score
50mm Canon RF IS
Why we recommend this

Its carbon fiber construction makes it the lightest full-frame anamorphic lens on the market at just 465g, ideal for gimbal or drone use. The premium 1.6x squeeze factor delivers a cinematic 2.4:1 aspect ratio with distinctive oval bokeh and optional blue flares. This lens is best for independent filmmakers and cinematographers needing a lightweight, manual-focus anamorphic for stabilized rigs and unique overhead shots.

Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM Lens

26.2 Travel Score
85mm f/85 Canon RF IS
Why we recommend this

Its 85mm f/2 design provides a versatile portrait focal length with the added benefit of macro capability, while its built-in Optical Image Stabilization offers up to 5 stops of shake correction for handheld shooting. The lens is designed for Canon's RF-mount full-frame cameras, integrating seamlessly with that ecosystem. This lens is best for portrait photographers who also want to explore close-up detail work without needing a dedicated macro lens.

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