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Hello and welcome or welcome back to the Gear Guide Forum. We assist all users in this forum in regards to new gear purchases. Below are some helpful tips that can help us understand your needs. We need a budget amount to spend on any gear that's bei...

EOS R Video Recording, looking for a better low light lens

I use a Canon EOS R to record 4k video, I know it has a 1.7x crop while doing so. If I purchase an adapter and a EF lens, will that crop increase or will there be no change? My main reason for asking is that I'm looking for a better low light lens th...

jades by Apprentice
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Upgrading my Rebel T7 to a mirrorless R7? R8? R6 Mk II?.. HELP!

As the title states, I am upgrading my camera body. Currently own a Rebel T7 with these lenses EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS IIEF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 IIICanon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L USMTamron SP 24-70mm F/2.8 USD 82 DI VC SILENT DRIVE CANON EFI plan to keep th...

m_chur by Apprentice
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Which EF lenses are superior to their RF counterparts?

I’ll be moving from the M6ii to R8 or R6ii in the near-ish future and have recently decided to delay my upgrade until I’ve saved up enough to buy the body and RF 100-500 L at the same time.I’m saving for this with side-work so that it doesn’t disrupt...

gugino by Apprentice
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EF 24-70 f2.8 II v RF 24-105 f4

Hi all,Has anybody switched from the EF 24-70 f2.8ii to the RF 24-105 f4?I have the EF lens but I’m thinking about swapping to the RF on my R5 due to it being lighter and smaller (especially given I need to use the EF to RF adapter) and the extra rea...

EOS R5 vs EOS R5 C: Which is better for wedding videography?

Hi all! I origionally bought my Canon R5 to do photography but ended up using it for shooting wedding videos quite a bit. I've spent a lot on lenses and really don't want to change brand, I personally love canon. This being said I seem to have some h...

n1olan by Apprentice
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18-135 STM or USM

I’m using a 60D and have a 50mm f1.8 prime. Looking at the 18-135 f3.5-5.6 for its versatility. On KEH camera the USM can be found for around $280 dollars while the STM is $170. I understand to avoid the original one even though it’s $90 dollars but ...

pukalsu1 by Apprentice
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EOS Rebel T7 Lens recommendations for football video

Hello my names Mark and I bought my wife the  cannon eos rebel t7 camera for Christmas? My son plays youth football and I was going to try to use it to record the games from the stands. I’m new to cameras and would like to know if anyone had any sugg...

Opinions on TTArtisan 50mm F/1.2 lens?

I picked up an r100 kit (18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 lens) and I've been loving it, but I feel like I always want a higher (or lower, not sure which to use for larger) aperture. I also want a bit more zoom, and 50*1.6=80 so it's essentially an 80mm lens. I kno...

e1rnesto by Apprentice
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African Safari Camera & Lens Recommendations

I know this has been asked before, but I didn't want to steal someone else's post. I am heading on an African Safari in June (Nairobi, Kenya) and I am looking to capture everything (photos & video). I currently have:Canon EOS Rebel T51 (body)Canon EF...

When do I know I’m ready to own a +$1,000 lens?

Hey all, I know is a little bit of a vague question but I was curious at what point you justified owning a +$1,000 lens?I have an EOS R paired with an EF 16-35mm f4 and a Sigma 35mm f1.4. I do photography & videography as a side hustle and pull aroun...

lakalha1 by Apprentice
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Resolved! Which 100-400 lens for my Rebel SL1

I would like to purchase a used 100-400 mm Canon lens for my Rebel SL1 and my research appears  to show more than one different 100-400 lens, not surprising given the age of my camera. Which one should I be looking for and any specific tips would be ...

GJR1 by Contributor
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Boudoir Beginner Camera Recommendations

I am drowning in all of the different cameras as a beginner. My ultimate goal is to shoot studio maternity portraits or indoor boudoir. I don’t mind upgrading down the road if needed. I have my eyes on the R10 or RP based on research but hoping for s...

m1arino by Apprentice
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