If you’ve watched Miguel Quiles on the Alpha Universe YouTube channel or his own YouTube channel, you’ve already seen the fingerprints of these lenses all over the work. They’re not theoretical “favorites.” They’re the real-world tools that get used day after day – inside the studio for crisp detail shots, at the desk for clean A-roll, and on location when anything can happen. Watch and read below for a detailed look at a trio of lenses Quiles relies on for content creation.
“The sharpness is insane,” Miguel says of the 90mm f/2.8 Macro G, adding that it “should find a spot in every serious content creator’s toolkit.” And that pretty much sets the tone for this list: trusted glass that helps creators deliver high-end results without overthinking gear every time they hit record.
Below, we break down why these three lenses are so effective, how they fit into a production flow, and a few creator-focused tips to help you get the most out of each one.
90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS: The Detail-Driven Secret Weapon
Miguel: “Anytime you’re seeing those crispy-looking closeup shots of a camera, or a lens, or really anything else here at Alpha Universe or on my YouTube channel, it was almost always taken with the 90 G Macro.”
Why creators love it:
- True 1:1 macro with exceptional sharpness across the frame for product B-roll, textures and eye-candy cutaways.
- Optical SteadyShot (OSS) helps stabilize handheld detail shots when you don’t have time to rig a slider.
- Beautiful, natural contrast and bokeh that make objects pop without heavy grading.
- Focus accuracy you can trust – critical when depth of field is razor thin.
Creator tips:
- For tabletop product shots, lock focus with manual focus and use focus peaking to nail crucial logos or switches.
- Shoot at f/4–f/5.6 for macro scenes where you want more of the product in focus while keeping that premium separation.
- Add subtle movement: a slow push-in on a fluid head or a micro-dolly slide elevates even simple shots.
- Pair with a small LED panel and a bounce card to sculpt reflections on glossy surfaces.
The Excitement Factor
If you’re serious about making your products, props, and textures look cinematic, the 90mm f/2.8 Macro G is simply a cheat code. It’s how creators add that “whoa” factor between talking segments, and it’s often what separates a good video from one that feels premium.
E 15mm F1.4 G: APS-C A-Roll That Looks and Feels Pro
Miguel: “This lens gives me a wide field of view while giving me that f/1.4 aperture that I could use to separate myself a little bit from the background... If you’re watching me sitting in my studio talking to the camera, like you are right now, it’s a near certainty that this is the lens you’re watching me on.”
Why creators love it:
- Purpose-built for APS-C cameras – clean, wide A-roll without distortion that screams “webcam.”
- Fast f/1.4 aperture for depth control in tight studio spaces.
- Compact, lightweight, and gimbal-friendly for walk-and-talks and travel setups.
- G-series optics with crisp rendering and pleasing skin tones.
Creator tips:
- Sit 2–3 feet from camera to balance background blur and facial geometry; f/1.8–f/2.2 is a sweet spot for A-roll.
- Enable face/eye AF and use a slight over-the-shoulder key light to add depth to the frame.
- For solo creators, assign a custom button to “AF Subject Shift Sensitivity” and keep it on “Locked On” to prevent focus hunting with gestures.
The Excitement Factor
The 15mm f/1.4 G lens is a confidence builder. It gives your APS-C body a “full production” look without a full production footprint. If you want your talking head shots to look intentional, sculpted, and clean – this is a foundational tool.
FE 24–70mm F2.8 G Master II: The One-Lens Solution for Unpredictable Days
Miguel: “You’d never know what kind of challenges and situations that you might find yourself in, so for me, my go-to lens right now is the 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master II. This lens gives me confidence that no matter what I might run into, I can get the shots that I need.”
Why creators love it:
- The do-everything zoom for full-frame shooters – establishing shots at 24mm, portraits at 70mm, and everything in between.
- Significantly lighter than the original GM, making it ideal for long shoots and hybrid photo/video days.
- Fast, reliable autofocus with excellent tracking for action, events, and dynamic B-roll.
- G Master rendering with high contrast and edge-to-edge sharpness even wide open.
Creator tips:
- Build sequences fast: 24mm establishing, 35mm medium, 50–70mm detail. Same scene, three angles, instant coverage.
- Use the aperture ring for tactile control when lighting changes on the fly.
- For handheld video, set Active Stabilization on supported bodies and use 35–50mm for the most natural movement feel.
The Excitement Factor
The 24–70mm f/2.8 G Master II is the lens you reach for when you have to deliver – no excuses. It’s lightweight, optically exceptional and flexible enough to be your sole lens on a shoot. For many creators, it becomes the backbone of the kit.
How They Work Together in a Creator Workflow
- Studio days: 15mm for A-roll, 90mm for product cutaways. Clean narrative + premium detail.
- Travel or event coverage: 24–70mm GM II handles nearly everything with pro-level consistency.
- Hybrid content: Shoot photos with the 24–70mm, then swap to the 90mm for hero macro stills and B-roll, and the 15mm for vlogs or behind-the-scenes.
A Few Quick Specs That Matter in Practice
FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS: 1:1 magnification, OSS stabilization, tack-sharp rendering for product work.
E 15mm F1.4 G: Fast f/1.4, compact build, APS-C optimized, great for A-roll and gimbal work.
FE 24–70mm F2.8 GM II: Lighter than the original, G Master optics, fast AF, all-conditions versatility.
Miguel summed it up best: “It’s very important to me and my team [to keep things light]… but you don’t want to compromise image quality and performance.” These three lenses are exactly that: lean, reliable and seriously high-performing.
Ready to build out your kit?
- Elevate your product visuals with the FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS.
- Give your APS-C A-roll a cinematic edge with the E 15mm f/1.4 G.
- Cover any scenario in style with the FE 24–70mm f/2.8 G Master II.
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