Best Canon Lens for Video — Top 3 Cheap Canon Lenses for YouTube

** Top 3 Canon Lenses for Video **

1. Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM Lens (Best Canon prime lenses for video)

2. Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens

3. Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM Lens

Can't afford a new lens yet? Use the kit lens your camera came with! Remember — lighting will make the biggest difference in your videos!

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---------Cameras Used To Shoot This Video -------

Camera — Canon EOS 70D

Lens — Canon 24mm

Tripod — Ravelli Light Weight Aluminum Tripod With Bag

Microphone — Rode VideoMic Pro Compact VMP Shotgun Microphone

Microphone — Lavalier uses during the scene with the 50mm lens

Lighting — Prismatic 18" Halo Ring Light with Stand

Lighting — Hair Light on Ceiling

This VIDEO was EDITED with Adobe Premiere on a PC.

About this video:
In this video, Sean Cannell from THiNK Media TV talks about the best cheap lenses for Canon DSLRs for making YouTube videos. If you are curious about the best prime lens for Canon 70d or a cheap wide angle lens for Canon, then check out this video. Sean covers the three must-have lenses for making video and filmmaking and the best cheap Canon lenses for low light.

[goodvibess]

Imagine saving up money only to have your lens show up under "Top 3 Cheap Cannon Lenses" on youtube lmao

[Antoinelavenant]

The 10-18mm is soooo perfect for vlogging ! I bought it before going one month in India and it stayed 90% of the time on my 70d. Definitely recommend it, great focus, great stab, great angle.

[studentoflife]

I did an experiment...I watched other reviews before I went to this video. You stuff is just better than most. Your videos are super clear and easy to watch. Nice work dude as always

[BlueCrestRealty]

great video ! I like that instead of talking too much you actually demonstrated the lenses that awesome

[StevetheBartender_]

Already have the first two lenses and the 3rd in your list is getting delivered tomorrow! Can't wait to test it out on the vlog!!!

[tacodom]

I just picked up a 24mm 2 weeks ago, and its one of the best lens ive used. Def worth the money!

[PaolofromTOKYO]

Thanks for creating this video. I currently use the Canon EF-S 10-18mm for my vlogs and I love it. It just doesn't take good night/dark videos so I'm looking at the EF-S 24 now. Great video! Please let me know if you know any other good nightime wide angle vlogging lenses.

[ColinBloodworth]

The pancake lens is awesome. Great bokeh. I'm actually ordering the 10-18 tomorrow. Nice and wide. Gonna be great for my vlog. Great vid, Sean.

[sweetnsour_tv]

Sean, I just want to throw a BIG THANK YOU at your direction. You're a great example of what it means to provide kick-ass, valuable content for your audience.

[WildlifeandDIY]

Thank you for this video!!! I just bought the 50mm lens and had NO Idea how far I'd have to be away from the camera. But, to my utter shock - after only using the stock lens - I hardly need any light and the quality is INSANE - insanely amazing! :))) I am so happy. But, now need to get a super long mic cord (just bought it) and some other cords and things so I can keep the camera that far away. I am very impressed though. I had so many great lights setup - so many, but they were not enough with the stock lens. Now, I hardly need two basic lights (I have no natural light where I'm shooting) and the video is stunning.

[MaryKBella]

Whenever I need a new piece of equipment, I always come by your channel to get your input first! Great job per usual!

[TheGrizzlyGarage]

SIGMA 17-50mm f/2.8 works great for a WIDE array of videos. I use it on all of my vlogs. Pair it with an ND filter and you get amazing quality for an affordable price.

[NewYorkNadia]

GREAT instruction without any fluff; thanks Sean!!!

[davidthegood]

You're always thought-provoking. Thank you for the recommendations.

[sgt.hollowpoint]

That 10-18mm lens reminds me of a Puffy and Ma$e video from the 90s.

[offthekirb]

Sean I love your stuff it's helped me so much over the years! Just wondering what lens would be best for youtube videos, not too worried about price as it's Black Friday and I'm happy to invest in my work? I have a Canon Eos 6D (not mark II) - Joe

[carbnxl]

Thank you for captioning your content! As an aspiring editor who is deaf, I sub AND rely on channels like yours for tips and information!!

[SometimesGlam]

I adore these types of videos, they are SO incredibly helpful, Sean! Between you and DSLRGuide, I feel like I'm really challenging myself and creating more interesting and creative content on my channel. I'm primarily a fashion/vlogging channel but I feel like I'm taking it to the next level thanks to you!

[ronwilkinson]

I have the 24mm. I use it on my Canon 77D. In my opinion it’s worth a lot more than the $129 that I paid. Sharp, Silent focus, beautiful bokeh. It’s a nice walk around lens.

[KrystalLynn]

Thanks for sharing this! I have the Canon 70D for filming my youtube videos. I have been mostly using the 18-55mm lens, but wanted to get that blurry background so purchased the 50mm STM lens. I love how it blurs the background but don't like how the camera has to be so far from me. I've had the 24mm lens in my amazon cart and this video has helped me decide to pull the trigger and purchase it! Thanks Sean!