Still Winning with Canon EF Lenses in 2025

Malkijah Rashad
Jul 28
1 min read

Updated: Jul 29

While most people have moved on from Canon EF lenses, I’ve doubled down and it’s paying off.

I built my original setup around the Canon 80D a workhorse APS-C camera that’s still getting the job done. My lens lineup includes the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 and 50-100mm f/1.8, Canon’s 10-22mm EF-S, and even a Canon 100-300mm, I traded for after parting with a Tamron 200-500mm.

Recently, I added the Panasonic LUMIX S1, stepping into full-frame territory while keeping my EF lens collection. Thanks to the Viltrox EF-L adapter, I didn’t have to start from scratch.

📸 For stills: Autofocus with EF lenses on the LUMIX S1 have been fast, accurate, and totally reliable. Eye detection works, focus locks on quickly, and image stabilization on the S1 adds a serious boost especially when using non-stabilized lenses like the Sigma 18-35mm.

🎥For video: Autofocus exists, but it’s not dependable. There’s focus breathing and it doesn’t stay locked on the subject. So, I rely on manual focus and with the LUMIX’s focus aids like peaking and magnification, it’s honestly a smooth experience.

And yes, I added a Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 to round out the kit. It’s sharp, fast, and pairs beautifully with both cameras.

What’s exciting is that I now have an APS-C and full-frame hybrid setup that leverages Canon EF lenses across both systems without breaking the bank. The results have been incredible, and I’ve been able to shoot everything; sports, events, portraits and real estate with confidence.

Canon EF might be aging, but it’s far from outdated.