Best portrait lens for the canon eos 800d?

For portraits on the 800D, the lens matters far more than the body. My pick is the Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art. It frames like 80-160mm on this body, a flattering portrait range, and f/1.8 gives a soft background and plenty of light.

If you want something wider, the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art covers about 29-56mm equivalent and suits portraits that show more of the surroundings. For more reach, the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM is a strong choice that works well for tighter headshots.

Whatever lens you choose, light will do more for the picture. Face a window, turn your subject slightly, and expose for the face. See light beats gear for more.

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