Best Lenses under €500 for video production

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Sirui Saturn RF50B-A 50mm T2.9

68.1 Video/Cinema Score
50mmT2.9Canon RFIS
Why we recommend this

At just 465g, the carbon fiber build makes this the lightest full-frame 1.6x anamorphic, delivering a 2.4:1 or wider 2.8:1 aspect ratio with a T2.9 aperture and 10-blade diaphragm for oval bokeh. Its compact size mounts on gimbals and FPV drones for unique overhead perspectives, and optional blue or natural flare coatings add stylistic control. This manual-focus lens suits solo filmmakers and drone operators prioritizing a portable, cinematic look without heavy rigging.

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23mmf/1.4Canon RFWeather Sealed
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The f/1.4 maximum aperture delivers strong low-light performance and sharp resolution across the APS-C frame from a compact 340g, weather-sealed body. A 1:2 maximum magnification ratio and 251mm minimum focus distance provide versatile close-up capability uncommon for a wide 35mm-equivalent prime. This lens is best for Sony E-mount photographers who need a fast, everyday 35mm field of view and want to capture detailed close-ups without switching to a dedicated macro lens.

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7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 APS-C

34.2 Video/Cinema Score
35mmf/0.95Canon RFWeather Sealed
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Its f/0.95 maximum aperture and 12-blade diaphragm produce extremely shallow depth of field and smooth bokeh, enabling handheld shooting in very low light. The all-metal, weather-sealed build weighs just 369g and focuses down to 0.37m, offering a durable yet portable package with a classic 50mm-equivalent field of view. This lens is best for APS-C mirrorless photographers who prioritize creative bokeh and compact manual focus control over clinical sharpness.

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Best Lenses under €1,500 for video production

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Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM

59.5 Video/Cinema Score
24-240mmf/4-6.3Canon RFIS
Why we recommend this

The 10x zoom range from 24mm to 240mm covers wide-angle to super-telephoto in a single 748g lens, with a 5-stop optical stabilizer and Dynamic IS for steady handheld shots and video. The Nano USM autofocus is quick and quiet, and the customizable control ring adjusts exposure settings directly. Best for travel and everyday photographers who want one lens for varied subjects, though its 0.26x magnification and f/4-6.3 aperture limit portrait and macro work.

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