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Canon DSLR Prime Lenses

Prime lenses are a great alternative to the standard zoom lenses that come with DSLRs. They are ideal for many types of photography, especially when you want to achieve a certain style or effect. But they can also be a great choice for many photographers who don't need the versatility of a zoom lens. Here's our list of the best prime lenses for DSLR cameras.

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  1. Canon - RF50mm F1.8 STM Standard Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    SKU: J7C86S6HVK

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    A compact black standard prime lens with f/1.8 aperture, ideal for portraits, bokeh, and low-light photography.
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    Your price for this item is $219.99
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    The previous price was $239.99
  2. Canon - RF85mm F2 Macro IS STM Medium Telephoto Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    SKU: J7C86S62KR

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    A versatile black macro telephoto lens with f/2 aperture and image stabilization for stunning portraits and close-ups.
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    Your price for this item is $639.99
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    The previous price was $689.99
  3. Canon - RF85mm F1.2 L USM Mid-Telephoto Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    SKU: J7C86S99HS

    Because of the tight focal length and the fact that it’s a prime lens, you might not have many opportunities to use this....Best prime lens

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    A black mid-telephoto prime lens with fast F1.2 aperture and smooth, quiet autofocus for portraits.
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    Your price for this item is $3,099.00
  4. Canon - EF85mm F1.4L IS USM Telephoto Lens for EOS DSLR Cameras - Black

    SKU: J7C86SPQYJ

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    A black telephoto prime lens with f/1.4 aperture and image stabilization for crisp, detailed photos.
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    Your price for this item is $2,074.95
  5. Canon - RF28mm F2.8 STM Wide-Angle Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    SKU: J7C86SQ7CP

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    A super-compact black wide-angle lens with f/2.8 aperture, ideal for travel, street, and video.
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    Your price for this item is $304.20
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    The previous price was $349.99
  6. Canon - RF 24mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM Wide Angle Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    SKU: J7C86SR63H

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    A black wide-angle prime lens with f/1.8 aperture, macro capability, and built-in image stabilization.
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    Your price for this item is $599.99
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  7. Canon - RF45mm F1.2 STM Standard Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    SKU: J7C86SHWVW

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    A lightweight black standard prime lens offering wide F1.2 aperture for expressive, low-light photography.
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    Your price for this item is $469.99
  8. Canon - CN-E 135mm T2.2 L F Cinema Prime Lens (EF Mount) - Black

    SKU: J7C86S3ZJ6

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    A telephoto cinema lens with EF mount and fast T2.2 aperture, ideal for full-frame video production.
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    Your price for this item is $4,164.95
  9. Canon - CN-E 85mm T1.3 L F Cinema Prime Lens (EF Mount) - Black

    SKU: J7C86SJH5J

    Product Description

    A fast T1.3 telephoto cinema lens with Canon EF mount, ideal for professional video and filmmaking.
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    Your price for this item is $3,920.00
  10. Canon - CN-E 14mm T3.1 L F Cinema Prime Lens (EF Mount) - Black

    SKU: J7C86S3Z7V

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    An ultra wide-angle cinema lens with Canon EF mount and T3.1 aperture for full-frame cameras.
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    Your price for this item is $4,270.00

FAQ

Prime lenses offer a fixed focal length, which typically results in sharper images, wider apertures for better low-light performance, and a more compact design compared to zoom lenses. They are ideal for portrait, street, and low-light photography.

Most Canon DSLR prime lenses are designed to fit either EF or EF-S mounts. EF lenses are compatible with both full-frame and APS-C Canon DSLRs, while EF-S lenses are specifically for APS-C sensor cameras. Always check your camera’s mount type before selecting a lens.

Canon DSLR prime lenses are popular for portrait, landscape, street, and macro photography. Their wide apertures allow for beautiful background blur and excellent performance in low-light conditions.

Many Canon DSLR prime lenses feature fast and accurate autofocus systems, including Canon’s USM (Ultrasonic Motor) and STM (Stepping Motor) technologies, which provide smooth and silent focusing for both photography and video.

Yes, most Canon DSLR prime lenses have threaded fronts that accommodate a variety of filters, such as UV, polarizing, and ND filters. Be sure to check the specific filter diameter for your lens model.