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Canon APS-C portrait lenses

Started Jan 5, 2017 | Discussions thread
Kaso Veteran Member • Posts: 4,488
Re: Canon APS-C portrait lenses

Given that I happen to have all the lenses you mentioned, I highly recommend the Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM. It's a relatively old design, but it consistently delivers top wide-open performance across the zoom range. It sits on my 80D most of the time.

The Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM, a bit difficult to find now relative to the newer 17-70mm f/2.8 DC OS HSM "Contemporary", may be considered if you want to optimize your budget.

The Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art is optically phenomenal. No arguments if you must have f/1.8. I find out that I should slow down to insure proper AF or do MF myself. In other words, this lens excels in a controlled environment.

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