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

81.2 Video/Cinema 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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Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM

55.8 Video/Cinema Score
24-240mm f/4 Canon RF IS
Why we recommend this

Its 24-240mm focal range provides exceptional versatility for travel and landscapes, eliminating the need for frequent lens swaps. The Nano USM autofocus system ensures smooth, quiet, and fast performance, which is ideal for both photos and video. This lens is best for EOS R-series photographers who want a single, all-in-one travel lens for everyday shooting without carrying multiple optics.

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