1. Canon EF-S 17-55 mm f/2.8 IS USM
Camera Index Score: 7.7/10
Leading our selection with very good specifications and excellent user ratings: This 17-55mm zoom combines constant f/2.8 brightness with 645 g.
See all detailsTop 5 highest-rated Canon EF-S lenses optimized for Portrait Photography.
| Camera Index Score | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 8.8Specifications 7.5Build Quality 7.0 | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 8.5Specifications 7.1Build Quality 6.5 | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 9.2Specifications 6.5Build Quality 6.5 | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 8.9Specifications 6.5Build Quality 6.8 | 0.0 Overall Sentiment 9.5Specifications 6.5Build Quality 6.0 |
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| Focal Length | 17-55mm | 35mm | 15-85mm | 60mm | 24mm |
| Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 | f/3.5 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
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| Autofocus | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No | No | No |
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| Min. Focus Distance | 0.35 m | 0.3 m | 0.35 m | 0.2 m | 0.16 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - | - | - | - |
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| Weight | 645 g | 710 g | 575 g | 335 g | 125 g |
| Length | 110.6 mm | 83 mm | 87.5 mm | 69.5 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Diameter | 83.5 mm | 111.5 mm | 81.6 mm | 73 mm | 22.8 mm |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 77 mm | 72 mm | 52 mm | 52 mm |
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These 5 Canon EF-S lenses represent the best options for Portrait Photography, with an average Camera Index score of 7.4/10. Each has been carefully selected based on optical performance, build quality, and user feedback.
Leading our selection with very good specifications and excellent user ratings: This 17-55mm zoom combines constant f/2.8 brightness with 645 g.
See all detailsAt balanced 710 g, this lens at position 2 with excellent user ratings delivers exceptional f/1.4 aperture with precise autofocus. The 35mm focal length provides a natural angle of view, ideal for authentic captures without distortion. With just 30 cm minimum focus distance, it opens additional creative possibilities for details and macro approaches.
See all detailsAt position 2 in our selection with exceptional user ratings: The autofocus and image stabilization enables sharp handheld shooting across the entire 15-85mm range.
See all detailsAt position 2 with excellent user ratings, this compact 60mm prime with f/2.8 aperture and just 335 g excels at all-day versatility and portability. With just 20 cm minimum focus distance, it opens additional creative possibilities for details and macro approaches.
See all detailsAt position 2 with exceptional user ratings, this compact 24mm prime with f/2.8 aperture and just 125 g excels at all-day versatility and portability. The 24mm focal length provides a natural angle of view, ideal for authentic captures without distortion. With just 16 cm minimum focus distance, it opens additional creative possibilities for details and macro approaches.
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