Best portrait lens for the canon eos r?

For portraits on the Canon EOS R, I'd start with the 85mm range. It's the classic portrait length on full frame, and it lets you stay back from your subject.

• Canon RF 85mm f/1.4L VCM: my all-round pick, fast and capable without being overly bulky.
• Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM: the dreamiest option, if you want the shallowest focus and don't mind the weight.
• Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM: the budget choice, and a good first portrait lens.

Remember that light beats gear. A window and a slight turn of your subject will do more than any lens. See portraits for lighting ideas, and lenses if you're still choosing your first lens.

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