What is the best all-around travel lens for Canon EOS R5 Mark II?

Question

Just preordered the R5 Mark II for an upcoming trip to Japan in October and need a solid one-lens setup. I really don't want to carry a massive bag of glass.

I am torn between two options right now:

Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L: Great build, weather sealed, but is 105mm long enough?

Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3: Amazing range, but will it look soft on that 45MP sensor?

Budget is around $1300. I lean toward the L lens for weather sealing since it rains a lot in Tokyo, but that extra reach of the 24-240 is so tempting for street shots. Which one would you go with?

Wayne Kakadu · Accepted Answer

> Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L: Great build, weather sealed, but is 105mm long enough? Honestly, the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM is the smarter play for that R5 sensor. Japan in October is rainy, so weather sealing is huge. While the Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM has more reach, it gets pretty soft on 45 megapixels. Stick with the L glass; you can always crop in if you need more zoom.

kimberly.rivera · Answer

Building on the earlier suggestion, sticking with the L glass is the right call for that sensor.

Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM: Sharp across the frame and handles rain.

Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM: Convenient but loses detail on 45MP. Use the R5II crop mode if 105mm feels short. Since its a high-res sensor, you still get decent resolution without carrying extra weight. Way better than the 24-240 imo.

jacksonheightsjoy · Answer

Just saw this thread. Honestly, you should just go with any L series zoom from Canon. I have been super happy with how their pro glass handles those high-res sensors.

Weather sealing is a lifesaver in Tokyo.

Faster autofocus motors for street shots.

Maybe pack a tiny prime as a backup? You wont regret getting the premium glass, it really makes that R5 sensor shine.