I own & appreciate it. But I'm so wet behind the ears I almost couldn't say anything constructive. I've only played w/ & own that one & the 24-105 1:4 L lens. I guess I have my eyes set on some much wider & macro lenses that I feel a little bored w/ what I have.
I bought this lens about 2 years ago, and I still own it. A lot of its reviews weren't great. What made me click buy on it was something someone said in a random forum post I found. That the lens had "a bad internet reputation." And that person was right. It's a good lens.
Tempted to try this as my first prime. I upgraded to a full frame 6D after doing car photography for 10 years. I have the 24-105L F4 but would like a faster lens but needs to be wide for indoor car events
Good video, thanks! As an alternative, the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 ART lens (for Canon) gives you almost the exact focal length, is super sharp even wide open, has an extra few aperture blades, and is about $150 cheaper brand new. Just a fantastic lens!
Nice video man! I’ve been thinking of getting an adaptor and some canon fd lenses off eBay for my Sony. Real cheap and I think it will help with my creativity
Great review. I maybe a bit late but with the release of the new Leica Q2, I have always wondered how much better will the Leica Q2's highly regarded 28mm 1.7 lens do vs the Canon. I would love someone to do a blind stills test on similar photos taken with these two lenses. (maybe also throw in the very good Sony 28mm f2 in the mix as well) and see if people can actually distinguish the difference.
Have been considering Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM as my next buy, but I think you just changed my mind for this fixed. Have a Rebel T3i and Eos 5D MI to shoot with.
The 24-105 is a great, versatile lens, but it's not great in low light. You'll get a lot more cinematic looking shots with the 28mm. Sure you don't get the variable focal length, but this is half the price.
@@KellanReck I have the 24x105 L f4 & the 28mm that you're reviewing in this video. Do you think that's redundant or can they serve different purposes? I don't know which i like better?
Awesome lens at a great price, I take mine everywhere as it's so little, and the wide angle (almost) is good for small spaces. awesome review, thank you.
Nope. The focal length plus aperture is different enough to notice the difference. With the 28mm 1.8 you're going to get much shallow depth of field, making it perfect for portraits and isolating subjects. You can't go wrong with the 28mm. Hell, you might even sell your 24mm after using it
This lens became my favorite lens when I used it for years with my crop cameras. Now that I have full frame, I feel lost. It does not fit my style as well anymore on FF. This lens is so made for a crop body to give you that near 50mm equivalent.
Hi Kellan - Great video ! Thank you :) Quick question - Do you think this is a better option than the 28mm IS USM f2.8 for use on my 7D mk1 ? Mixed use for video & stills. Thanks in advance if you have time to reply ! :)
I tend to think the f/1.8 is great for low light. f/2.8 really isn't going to work nearly as well in lowlight. You might save some money, but the faster lens ends up meaning a lot in the long run.
I just ordered one... it's in transit. I got it because I'm tired of lenses starting at f/2.8 on a crop... making it more like f/4.x. I'm also contemplating another underrated piece of equipment, the EOS 6D Mark II, which is FF. This lens should be good for both. Time for an upgrade...
I purchased this lens years ago because it was great for my 60D because it worked better than 50mm focal range wise for indoor shooting in low light. It quickly became my most used lens because it could be used for almost anything with a little leg work. I just bought the 6dii and now I do not know where this lens stands. It is a bit to wide for my general use but the nifty fifty (mk II) I own is obviously a cheaper lens and it feels strange to use that over this one for me. So on crop, you will love it is a "normal" walk around range is for you.
@@Peter-bx7ip indeed as far as the RF line goes. But this was the same issue with the EF back in the days also. Because the 28mm 1.8 was later replaced by 28mm 2.8 and it just was not the same. I will never get rid of my 28mm 1.8 now. And since I am not a professional, I am going to keep my DSLR and EF lens setup as I can still use them with great results.
@@planetdee3587 the EF 28 2.8 was non-USM and came out before the EF 1.8 USM. Maybe you’re thinking of the EF-S 24mm 2.8 STM? The EF 1.8 and 24/2.8 are AMAZING though! I ageee
Great review. For the sample footage was it just the lens or did you use nd filters? If so, what type of filter and or other settings. Do you think the sigma 16-35mm 1.8 aps-c on a full frame will yield similar or better results (at the same 35mm equivalent) considering it being much newer? I'm looking at this for my EOS-R so the sigma would be used in cropped mode where as this would be uncropped.
Meanwhile we live in 2023. I want this 28 mm 1.8 as "normal equivalent" lens for my 90D. I want to use it for full and half body shots. I own the EF 28 mm 2.8, but I want a softer bokeh. It is not so super sharp as new lenses. But for portraits it can look well if not every skin issue is pictured. I hope the 1.8 can meet my expectations.
It’s unfortunate there was never a good affordable fast “normal” lens for crop sensors. I got the 50mm 1.8 for 50 euros and that lens is amazing, but way too tight. Got the 28mm 1.8 yesterday for 120€ and hope it serves me well.
It would work well, but will be a bit tighter. On an aps-c crop sensor, this will look like a 50mm would on a full frame. So you may want a slightly wider lens.
A 28mm lens is NOT going to shoot as a 45mm lens, the only thing that happens with a fullframe lens on a smaller sensor camera that the picture is cropped. The comparison with the 2 photo's at 46 seconds of this bad vlog is not real. There is no more bokeh on a cropped sensor.
Terrible shame that this is, by far, Canon's worse 28mm lens - to the point that ePhotozine doesn't recommend it. The f/2.8 and the f/2.8 IS are vastly better.
Have you ever used the Canon 28mm f/1.8?
Kellan Reck Nah! Just a phone shooter.
It's pretty much on my camera at all times
It's a good choice!
I own & appreciate it. But I'm so wet behind the ears I almost couldn't say anything constructive. I've only played w/ & own that one & the 24-105 1:4 L lens. I guess I have my eyes set on some much wider & macro lenses that I feel a little bored w/ what I have.
I use a 7d too.
I bought this lens about 2 years ago, and I still own it. A lot of its reviews weren't great. What made me click buy on it was something someone said in a random forum post I found. That the lens had "a bad internet reputation." And that person was right. It's a good lens.
Thanks for the comment, Zach! It's a great lens.
I just bought the Canon 7s 35mm film camera and I think this lens will be perfect for it!!! Thank you for this video!! Your awesome!!!
Tempted to try this as my first prime. I upgraded to a full frame 6D after doing car photography for 10 years. I have the 24-105L F4 but would like a faster lens but needs to be wide for indoor car events
This is a great review. Thank you for this. Been debating about getting this lens for a minute. Now I definitely am. Appreciate you man.
Good video, thanks! As an alternative, the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 ART lens (for Canon) gives you almost the exact focal length, is super sharp even wide open, has an extra few aperture blades, and is about $150 cheaper brand new. Just a fantastic lens!
Thank you dude. consider yourself hugged.
Is that for crop sensor only?
Focus peeking clip and flares look dope.♥️
Great lens, had mine for years, my no. 1 for angling fish posing portraits on cropped sensor, else the 50 1.4 is awesome on full frame.
It really is a great lens!
Nice video man! I’ve been thinking of getting an adaptor and some canon fd lenses off eBay for my Sony. Real cheap and I think it will help with my creativity
You definitely should! Always fun testing out new lenses and seeing how they can change things up for you.
Yeah man. This a very cool review. You sold me on it. Such a great lens
It really is awesome. I use it all the time!
Great review. I maybe a bit late but with the release of the new Leica Q2, I have always wondered how much better will the Leica Q2's highly regarded 28mm 1.7 lens do vs the Canon. I would love someone to do a blind stills test on similar photos taken with these two lenses. (maybe also throw in the very good Sony 28mm f2 in the mix as well) and see if people can actually distinguish the difference.
Have been considering Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM as my next buy, but I think you just changed my mind for this fixed. Have a Rebel T3i and Eos 5D MI to shoot with.
The 24-105 is a great, versatile lens, but it's not great in low light. You'll get a lot more cinematic looking shots with the 28mm. Sure you don't get the variable focal length, but this is half the price.
@@KellanReck I have the 24x105 L f4 & the 28mm that you're reviewing in this video. Do you think that's redundant or can they serve different purposes? I don't know which i like better?
The 28 opens to f/1.8, so it's way better in low light than the 24-105.
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Thank you!
Awesome lens at a great price, I take mine everywhere as it's so little, and the wide angle (almost) is good for small spaces. awesome review, thank you.
Thank you!
Is 28mm on crop sensor useable on a gimbal for product and event bokeh shots?
Nice video! I'm using the newer 24mm F2.8 pancake lens now - is it worth it to also get this 28mm or would it be too similar?
Nope. The focal length plus aperture is different enough to notice the difference. With the 28mm 1.8 you're going to get much shallow depth of field, making it perfect for portraits and isolating subjects. You can't go wrong with the 28mm. Hell, you might even sell your 24mm after using it
This lens became my favorite lens when I used it for years with my crop cameras. Now that I have full frame, I feel lost. It does not fit my style as well anymore on FF. This lens is so made for a crop body to give you that near 50mm equivalent.
Yeah, that will change things up for sure.
Solid video, man. Just might go for it. Thanks.
Definitely worth it. I use this lens all the time!
Hi Kellan - Great video ! Thank you :) Quick question - Do you think this is a better option than the 28mm IS USM f2.8 for use on my 7D mk1 ? Mixed use for video & stills. Thanks in advance if you have time to reply ! :)
I tend to think the f/1.8 is great for low light. f/2.8 really isn't going to work nearly as well in lowlight. You might save some money, but the faster lens ends up meaning a lot in the long run.
I just ordered one... it's in transit. I got it because I'm tired of lenses starting at f/2.8 on a crop... making it more like f/4.x. I'm also contemplating another underrated piece of equipment, the EOS 6D Mark II, which is FF. This lens should be good for both. Time for an upgrade...
6D Mark II is a great purchase! All about that.
I purchased this lens years ago because it was great for my 60D because it worked better than 50mm focal range wise for indoor shooting in low light. It quickly became my most used lens because it could be used for almost anything with a little leg work. I just bought the 6dii and now I do not know where this lens stands. It is a bit to wide for my general use but the nifty fifty (mk II) I own is obviously a cheaper lens and it feels strange to use that over this one for me. So on crop, you will love it is a "normal" walk around range is for you.
@@planetdee3587 45mm equivalent... and also, only the RF 28mm 2.8 pancake is close, but alas, that is 2.8. :)
@@Peter-bx7ip indeed as far as the RF line goes. But this was the same issue with the EF back in the days also. Because the 28mm 1.8 was later replaced by 28mm 2.8 and it just was not the same. I will never get rid of my 28mm 1.8 now. And since I am not a professional, I am going to keep my DSLR and EF lens setup as I can still use them with great results.
@@planetdee3587 the EF 28 2.8 was non-USM and came out before the EF 1.8 USM. Maybe you’re thinking of the EF-S 24mm 2.8 STM? The EF 1.8 and 24/2.8 are AMAZING though! I ageee
I paid $500 for both 28 & 85 mm 1.8 The Canon 100mm 1.8 ef is the next pick up.
Great move!
Great review. For the sample footage was it just the lens or did you use nd filters? If so, what type of filter and or other settings. Do you think the sigma 16-35mm 1.8 aps-c on a full frame will yield similar or better results (at the same 35mm equivalent) considering it being much newer? I'm looking at this for my EOS-R so the sigma would be used in cropped mode where as this would be uncropped.
Hi Kellan, I plan to use this 28mm lens for vlogging. Does this lens make auto focus noise with attached shotgun mic
Meanwhile we live in 2023. I want this 28 mm 1.8 as "normal equivalent" lens for my 90D. I want to use it for full and half body shots. I own the EF 28 mm 2.8, but I want a softer bokeh. It is not so super sharp as new lenses. But for portraits it can look well if not every skin issue is pictured. I hope the 1.8 can meet my expectations.
It’s unfortunate there was never a good affordable fast “normal” lens for crop sensors. I got the 50mm 1.8 for 50 euros and that lens is amazing, but way too tight. Got the 28mm 1.8 yesterday for 120€ and hope it serves me well.
Hello, does the cameras' chromatic aberration correction works on the 28f1.8 (such the 1dxii)
Can I use this lens to a canon M6? Can you suggest any lens I could use for wide angle lens with f 1.8?
So funny. I just pulled mine out today and shot with it and said "wow!" I took it off of Let Go and umma play with it this weekend.
Amazing lens for crop bodies. I have not had much use on FF as of yet to see if the focal range works for me.
I just bought this lens! Haha good stuff man!
It's so awesome. A money lens for sure.
Hello i have 28mm but have chromatic aberration .
Am I supposed to go back in time?
Would this lens be great to record RUclips videos on a aps-c crop sensor camera in room?
It would work well, but will be a bit tighter. On an aps-c crop sensor, this will look like a 50mm would on a full frame. So you may want a slightly wider lens.
Kellan Reck Thank you sir!
this is a great review, man! you deserve more views! but here is a like and a subscribe from me :)
Thank you!
1995 is old?? I was using film cameras back in the eighties.
#2021 - Sensible advice!
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#2030 - Will still be a sensible advice!!
A 28mm lens is NOT going to shoot as a 45mm lens, the only thing that happens with a fullframe lens on a smaller sensor camera that the picture is cropped. The comparison with the 2 photo's at 46 seconds of this bad vlog is not real. There is no more bokeh on a cropped sensor.
*shows prices of lens*
“Alright I’m starting to bog you down with technical details..”
Lol. What?
Terrible shame that this is, by far, Canon's worse 28mm lens - to the point that ePhotozine doesn't recommend it. The f/2.8 and the f/2.8 IS are vastly better.
This lens is SHIT. It`s unusable till 2.5 even for unprofesional purposes. And whats the point of 1.8 if you can`t use it at 1.8