Which Canon Lens

You have or are buying an awesome, expensive DSLR camera. You expect great images from this camera and know that the right lens is necessary to realize this goal.

You are being diligent. You are being responsible. But the more you research your lens purchase, the more confused you become. There are a huge number of Canon lenses available and a seemingly-infinite number of Canon lens combinations available. Determining which camera lens is right for you seems overwhelming.

Well, you can relax. You are certainly not the only one that is confused. And the good news is that, most likely, there is more than one Canon lens that can adequately accomplish your goals. I am going to make some recommendations for lenses for popular photography needs and subjects.

To begin, think about these questions ...

How much is the right lens worth to you?
What is the value of the memories you are going to preserve?
How much are you willing to spend to capture excellent images of your children before they grow up?
How much money are you going to make using the lens as a pro? Selling your images?
What are you going to lose if your lens does not perform up to expectations?
How much did you pay for that trip?
How long do you expect the lens to last?
How hard are you going to use the lens?
What weather conditions do you plan to encounter when using the lens?
Do you need a Zoom or Prime Lens?
What Focal Length(s) do you need?
What Maximum Aperture do you need to stop camera shake, freeze the action or blur the background?

The site's Canon Lens Recommendations page has suggestions for many specific use categories, but the General Purpose Lens Recommendations is a good starting point. Then read the reviews for the suggested lenses (and other similar lenses) to make your decision.