Basil wrote:
After much soul searching, asking questions, and watching about 300 YouTube review videos, I just pulled the trigger on TWO lenses:
1. RF 70-200 f/4
My rational for getting the f4 vice the f2.8 was that, if I’m being honest, the amount of times I would “need” 2.8 are relatively limited. With the low light performance of my R5, I can bump up the ISO in low light situations and, in the event there’s a bit too much noise, I can run it through Topaz Denoise. The only thing I’m really giving up then is a bit better background blur, but from the comparisons I’ve seen, I can live with the f/4 in this regard. The f4 version can still produce quite nice background blur and subject separation. Also, the f/4 is much smaller and lighter and, since I like to backpack and take landscapes, it will be easier to lug around.
Also, with the $$$ I saved, I have ordered a second “fun” lens. I’ve always wanted a good 85mm prime, so…
RF 85 f/2
This lens looks like an amazing prime for portraits and situations when I do want a bit more background blur and it has the added benefit of having macro capability, albeit not 1:1, but still should be fun to play with the macro capabilities.
I bought the 70-200 new and the 85mm refurbished from the canon store - still spent less than if I’d bought just the 70-200 f/2.8
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Good luck with the new glass. I like your reasoning because you know you and what you will be shooting most often. Better to buy something you will use often, rather than just once in a while. The money saved is nice as well.