Canon Refurbished Lenses: RF 50mm f/1.8 STM $79, RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Expired

I will also add, the RP camera body refurbished is also on sale for $599.

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Here's a nice DIY kit that'll last for many years, and it'll be a massive improvement over all but the "best" DSLRs. All on a very reasonable budget.

It'll be perfectly fine for stills, but a bit weak for video compared to many modern mirrorless bodies. If video is your primary goal, keep this in mind as you do your homework.

RP Body: $600
50mm/1.8: $80
RF 24-105 IS: $160
RF 100-400 IS: $380

Subtotal: ~$1220

but wait, there's more! subtract $60 savings from buying RP + RF 24-105 combo on the same order....

Total: $1160 (10% loyalty discount, if applicable - brings the total to $1044+tax)

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Other good lenses to possibly consider:

- EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM @ $499

(this is a great Macro --and portrait-- lens that's EF mount. You'll need an EF-to-RF adapter @ $100 to use it on the RP or any R-series mirrorless, but you can do so without any drawbacks).

- EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM @ $49

(if you have an M-series body, this is a very competent & lightweight kit zoom at a bargain price. unfortunately, it's 100% not compatible on EF/EF-S DSLRs or R mirrorless bodies.)

- Canon EF 11-24mm F4L USM @ $1499

(a very strong performing ultra-wide angle lens with minimal distortion, about $500 cheaper than the current used rates. this isn't for everyone, but if you've been eyeballing it, I doubt you'll find it for cheaper. It's $200 cheaper than last Black Friday holiday season. It's a lens with few, if any, comparable versions from other manufacturers. As with all EF lenses, you'll need an adapter for R-series mirrorless.)

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Other components to consider:

- neckstrap (highly personal choice, good brands are Peak Design, Domke, and Black Rapid. I'm not a fan of included neckstraps.)

- camera bag (again, highly personal. good brands are lowepro, ruggard, tamrac. various options include backpack, shoulder bag, sling bag, and holster bags, and hardshell cases like Pelican/Nanuk cases)

- extra batteries (i'd suggest getting 2x spares, as the RP can be a battery hog. get name-brand batteries only from a reputable vendor, like B&H Photo or Adorama.)

- memory card (v60, 128gb-256gb would be more than enough unless you're doing lots of video work, which isn't the RP's strong suit. Once again, beware of counterfeits from places like Amazon. Order from B&H or Adorama or directly from the manufacturer. I always suggest multiple smaller cards instead of one supermassive card -- spares in case of failure.)

- lens protection (i'm personally against UV/protection filters. even the best expensive B+W brand multicoated can cause nasty glares and reflections. I'd suggest getting a lens hood, and a third party branded one at that -- like vello. Canon's official lens hoods are ridiculously expensive.)

- tripod (once again, highly personal option. there's a lot of choices out there with a plethora of options. consider buying used. Bogen/Manfrotto makes very respectable products, for the most part. keep in mind, everyone makes pro-tier and budget-tier hardware.)

The RP mentioned above is a very good deal for an entry level full frame body.

The R6 Mark I at $1299 is a smoking hot deal on a really good camera. It's $1000 less than a year ago. https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/...os-r6-body

Some of these are the lowest ever prices for refurbished lenses from the Canon store!