Best everyday lenses for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II
11 everyday lenses that fit the Canon EOS R5 Mark II (Canon RF mount) — versatile walk-around lenses that stay on the camera. Sorted brightest-aperture first; every spec from the manufacturer's catalog.
Start with the Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM. At f/1.2 it is the brightest of the 11 everyday Canon RF lenses that fit the Canon EOS R5 Mark II — the full comparison is below.
Check the Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM price on Amazon →
One limit of this table: it lists only Canon RF lenses that mount natively on the Canon EOS R5 Mark II — lenses fitted through an adapter are not included here. See which mounts adapt to which.
Weight & weather sealing on the Canon EOS R5 Mark II
On long approaches the decision is often made by weight, not aperture. Published weights for 11 of the 11 lenses above:
| Lens | Weight | Weather sealing |
|---|---|---|
| Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM | 120g | None claimed |
| Canon RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM | 210g | None claimed |
| Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM | 305g | None claimed |
| Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM | 346g | Not verified (weight from the Canon RF lens-mount list table; sealing not stated on the source page) |
| Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM | 395g | None claimed |
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM | 495g | Not verified (weight from the Canon RF lens-mount list table; sealing not stated on the source page) |
| Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM | 555g | Weather-sealed |
| Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM | 700g | Weather-sealed |
| Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM | 750g | None claimed |
| Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM | 900g | Weather-sealed |
| Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM | 1430g | Weather-sealed |
Packing light? The lightest here is the Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM at 120g. The lightest weather-sealed option is the Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM at 555g.
Complete the kit for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II
- The Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM takes 67mm front filters. One 67mm set (polariser, ND) also fits every other 67mm lens you add later — see which ones. 67mm filters on Amazon →
- Batteries, cards, a strap and a bag are specific to the Canon EOS R5 Mark II rather than to the lens. Canon EOS R5 Mark II accessories on Amazon →
FAQ
What is the best everyday lens for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II?
Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM (45mm f/1.2) is the standout everyday option that fits the Canon EOS R5 Mark II. 11 everyday Canon RF lenses fit in total — compare them below.
Do these everyday lenses fit the Canon EOS R5 Mark II?
Yes — every lens here is a Canon RF mount lens, so it fits the Canon EOS R5 Mark II and covers its full-frame sensor.
What is the lightest everyday lens for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II?
The Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM at 120g (manufacturer-published weight). The lightest weather-sealed option is the Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM at 555g. Weights for 11 of the 11 lenses on this page are in the weight table above.
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