What lenses should I buy for the canon eos r3?

If you want one lens to live on the R3, I'd start with the Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM. It covers most everyday shooting, and f/2.8 is bright enough for indoor and low-light work.

For a lighter, cheaper walk-around option, the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM reaches further and gives up a stop of light. Add the Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM if you want a small, inexpensive prime for portraits.

Since the R3 is full frame, avoid the RF-S lenses unless you're happy with the camera cropping its sensor. Buy into the RF mount for the long term: it's the lens collection you'll be using for years, and the body matters less. For a broader look at choosing, see How to choose, in three questions.

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