What’s the Right Canon Lens for the Job? Scott’s Top Picks, When and Why
Heads up Canon shooters, this is a class just for you! Join Scott Kelby as he shares his recommendations for which lenses he suggests using for each different genre of photography. These are the same recommendations he gives friends who ask him these types of questions all the time. From landscapes to weddings and astrophotography to street photography, Scott discusses the reasons behind each lens choice and gives suggestions for full frame, mirrorless, and crop sensor camera bodies. By the end of the class you’ll find that there are just a few key lenses that will probably cover the majority of your favorite photography scenarios.
Release Date: 2020-04-23
Lessons
Things to Know Up Front
Join Scott as he introduces the class and starts the lay down the foundation with a few things you should know up front.
Duration: 9 mins 13 seconds
Landscape
Here are a few of Scott’s favorites for shooting landscapes.
Duration: 16 mins 20 seconds
Astrophotography
When pointing your lens up at the night sky, here are a few lenses to consider.
Duration: 7 mins 10 seconds
Portrait
Choosing the right lens for a portrait can make all the difference.
Duration: 7 mins 52 seconds
Sports
When shooting sports you want to be able to get right into where the action is happening.
Duration: 13 mins 34 seconds
Wedding
Here are Scott’s go-to lenses for shooting a wedding.
Duration: 4 mins 58 seconds
Travel
When traveling you might want to consider a mirrorless body to lower the weight you are carrying.
Duration: 5 mins 6 seconds
Wildlife
This genre has a lot of similarities to shooting sports. It is all about getting close.
Duration: 4 mins 50 seconds
Street Photography
When you want to be discrete, here are a few options to consider.
Duration: 3 mins 15 seconds
Macro Lenses
One option is to convert an existing lens to macro, and then there are dedicated lenses.
Duration: 5 mins 4 seconds
Architectural
This specialized genre has some specialized gear for capturing the best images.
Duration: 6 mins 3 seconds