Looking for advice on upgrading my Canon EF lens setup (better bokeh & image quality)
Hey everyone,
I’m currently shooting with a Canon 6D Mark II and these lenses:
- 24-105mm f/4L IS II
- 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II
- 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II
I love my 70-200 — the sharpness, rendering and especially the bokeh are amazing.
But I’m honestly a bit disappointed with the 24-105 f/4. It feels flat in comparison, and I don’t get the same subject separation or overall image quality.
So I’m thinking about changing things up, and I’m hesitating between two options:
Option 1:
Replace the 24-105 with a 24-70 f/2.8 and add a 16-35 f/2.8L III
Option 2:
Switch to fast prime lenses (f/1.4 / f/1.8), maybe 35mm / 50mm / 85mm
I mainly shoot:
- Street photography
- Astrophotography
- Landscapes / nature
What I’m really after is better image quality, sharper results, and especially nicer bokeh — something closer to what I get from the 70-200.
My questions:
- Is the 24-70 f/2.8 a noticeable upgrade over the 24-105 in real-world use?
- Will it get me closer to the 70-200 look?
- Is the 16-35 f/2.8 III worth it for my use?
- Or would I be better off going with primes instead?
Also, for those who’ve used a lot of Canon EF lenses:
Which ones gave you the best bokeh, sharpness, and overall rendering, regardless of price?
Thanks a lot for your help!