This lens by Canon is not only one of their most popular, but it is also extremely cost-effective given the quality that you’ll get from it. Here’s a lens that a lot of you may already have in your kit.

There are definitely some other great low-light lenses out there so be sure to do your homework, but regardless here are my personal top 10 picks for affordable low-light lenses in no particular order: And keep in mind, these are by no means the only lenses you can use in low-light situations. If you’re shooting on a mirrorless camera (like the GH3) you should be able to use just about any of these lenses on your camera, however there are some Micro Four Thirds lenses on here that of course will not be adaptable to Canon DSLR’s or other larger sensor camcorders. Please note though that some of the lenses listed below may not work with your camera’s mount. My top 10 low-light lens choices have been based on a number of factors including, price, build quality, image quality, and overall value. While some of the best lenses for shooting in low-light are course quite expensive (Zeiss Superspeeds for example), there are some fantastic options that are reasonably priced and particularly well suited to shooters that use DSLRs or interchangeable lens camcorders. I’m often asked by other DP’s or shooters, which lenses are best for shooting in ultra-low light conditions.

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