The top 10 camera lens deals

5 November 2023

When it comes to buying a new camera lens, striking the balance between cost and quality can be tricky. A camera lens is a significant investment, so it’s only fair to want to review all your options before making a decision.

To help you get the best value for money on your next camera lens without compromising quality, the team at Ted’s Cameras team have rounded up our hottest camera lens deals. If you’re in the market for a new lens, or are looking for the perfect lens for a photographer friend, you’re in luck! Read on to bag yourself a bargain.


1. Sigma 150-600mm DG OS C

  • Lens type: Telephoto zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f5-6.3
  • Minimum focus: 2.8m
  • Optical Image Stabilisation
     

The perfect super-telephoto zoom lens for wildlife photography and sporting events, the Sigma 150-600m OIS C packs a serious punch in a portable package. Designed to help you capture the best possible images in any conditions, the lens features built-in optical stabilisation, a tripod collar for quick and easy tripod mounting, and a dust- and splash-proof mount. Its lightweight and compact construction means it’s ideal for taking on the go, while a protective coating on the front element makes it easy to keep the lens in tip-top condition.

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2. Canon RF 24-70mm f2.8 L IS

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  • Lens type: Standard zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8
  • Minimum focus: 0.21 - 0.38m
  • Optical Image Stabilisation

A high-quality and versatile zoom lens for Canon’s premium Mirrorless lineup, the RF 24-70mm f2.8 is a great match for your camera for daily use as well as travel photography. Being a member of Canon’s esteemed L series range, the 24-70mm f2.8 is optically brilliant with sharpness assured throughout the zoom range, while it also impresses physically with dust and moisture resistance, as well as a protective fluorine coating.

Whether you are photographing landscapes or portraits, this Canon zoom lens is a perfect option, with an f2.8 constant aperture, Image Stabilisation to keep camera shake at bay, and a fast Nano USM AF motor to help you focus on any subject.

2. Sony 16-35mm f2.8 GM

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  • Lens type: Wide Angle Zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8
  • Minimum focus: 0.28m
  • Dust & Moisture-Resistant Build

A high-quality and versatile wide-angle zoom lens for Sony’s premium Mirrorless lineup, the FE 16-35mm f2.8 GM is a great match for your camera for landscapes as well as travel photography. Being a member of Sony’s esteemed GM range, this lens is optically brilliant with sharpness assured throughout the zoom range, while it also impresses physically with dust and moisture resistance, as well as a protective fluorine coating.

The Sony FE 16-35mm f2.8 GM lens includes an exceptional direct drive SSM autofocus system, which allows the lens to perform with remarkable speed and in a whisper-quiet manner, which is just the thing for making the most of your camera's high-resolution video recording.

3. Nikon Z 70-200mm f2.8 VR S Zoom

  • Lens type: Standard zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8
  • Minimum focus: 0.5m
  • Parfocal support

If you’re a fan of Nikon Z mirrorless cameras, you’ll love this lens. Compatible with the high-end range, the Nikon Z 70-200MM f2.8 has a zoom range that’s ideal for sports, wildlife and events photography. The versatile lens features a fast f2.8 maximum aperture, so you can count on it to perform in the most low-light situations at all focal lengths, including your next astrophotography session.

The VR stabilisation means you can use the longer magnifications without introducing blur, and the lens has a premium optical design with high-end elements and coatings to produce sharp and detailed images with minimal flare, ghosting, or distortion. Finally, its programmable control ring allows you to adjust important camera settings while you’re shooting.

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Top tip: Wondering how to choose a lens for a mirrorless camera? It’s usually dictated by the model you have. Check your camera’s serial number, and make sure any lens you buy is a match. For more information, check out our Digital Camera Lens Buying Guide.

4. Sony 24-70mm F2.8 GM

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  • Lens type: Standard zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8
  • Minimum focus: 0.38m
  • Direct Drive SSM Focus System

‘GM’ is a name reserved for the highest-quality camera lenses in the Sony lineup, and with its impressive capabilities, the Sony 24-70mm f2.8 GM is no exception to the rule. This versatile lens is an impressive standard zoom lens you can use for everyday landscapes, portraits and more. It boasts a constant f2.8 maximum aperture and is dust and moisture-resistant so you can take it to the great outdoors and on your trips without worry. Its fast, smooth and accurate Direct Drive SSM Focus System allows you to make the most of the amazing video performance of Sony Mirrorless cameras.

5. Fujifilm XF 100-400mm WR

  • Lens type: Telephoto zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f4.5-5.6
  • Minimum focus: 1.75m
  • Water resistant

With its long telephoto focal length, the Fujifilm XF 100-400mm WR is a favourite among sports and wildlife photographers. It features a five-stop optical image stabiliser to reduce camera shake and blur, and a premium optical design that snaps sharp and detailed images at all focal lengths. The lens has a water- and dust-resistant design as well as a protective fluorine coating, so it’s great for outdoor shoots. Plus, it weighs in at just 1.4kg, so it’s a great addition to any adventure photographer’s bag for hikes and wildlife safaris.

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6. Tamron AF 28-75MM F2.8 DI III RXD - Sony

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  • Lens Type: Standard Zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8
  • Minimum Focus: 0.19m
  • Fast RXD Autofocus

With its fast f2.8 maximum aperture available throughout the entire zoom range, the Tamron AF 28-75mm DI III RXD lens is capable of capturing consistently sharp and blur-free images with Sony E-Mount cameras. It is compatible with both APS-C format and full-frame Sony cameras, so beginners can hang on to this lens if they update at a later date. 

This Tamron zoom lens features a fast, quiet and accurate RXD AF motor, which is not just good for still photography, but suitable for those using the high-resolution video recording of their camera.

7. Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 Art - Sony

  • Lens type: Standard zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8-4
  • Minimum focus: 0.2m
  • Smooth Video AF

Ideal for high-end general-purpose shooting, the Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 Art is a versatile wide to portrait-length zoom lens that ticks all the right boxes. You can leave it on your camera whether you’re shooting landscapes, snapshots or portraits. The f2.8 aperture is quick and great for low-light photography as well as isolating subjects. With its dust and splash-resistant build, this sturdy camera lens is great for both indoor and outdoor use.

It comes with several handy features, including an AF-L button to control various important shooting settings for an improved workflow, a zoom lock switch to prevent the lens barrel from shifting unintentionally, and an AF/MF switch to promptly switch between auto and manual shooting.

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8. Olympus 40-150mm f2.8 Pro

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  • Lens type: Telephoto zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8
  • Minimum focus: 0.7m
  • Weather-sealed construction

Designed for professionals, the Olympus 40-150mm f2.8 lens is compatible with Micro Four Thirds cameras - like the much-loved Olympus OM-D range. With an 80-300mm equivalent zoom range, this telephoto lens is brilliant for wildlife and sports photography. Its constant f2.8 aperture does some of the legwork for you, freezing fast-moving subjects and reducing background blur. It produces sharp and detailed images, and has a weather-sealed build. Despite its focal length, it’s very portable, making it a great lens for hikers and adventurers too.

9. Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8

  • Lens type: Telephoto zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f4
  • Minimum focus: 15cm
  • 5-Stop Image Stabilisation

The Canon RF 70-200mm is a versatile telephoto zoom lens with an impressive portable build. At the time of writing, this is the most compact telephoto zoom lens in the Canon lineup. The 5-Stop Image Stabilisation and tripod collar help reduce blur and keep your shots stable, and the bright f2.8 maximum aperture produces crisp, detailed images at all focal lengths throughout the zoom.

The customisable control ring lets you adjust the essential shooting settings in conjunction with your Canon EOS R mirrorless camera. The lens also features Dual Nano USM motors, perfect for focusing on fast-paced subjects, and a weather-sealed tough build that’s ideal for travel.

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9. Nikon Z MC 50mm f2.8 Micro Lens

  • Lens type: Macro Prime
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8
  • Minimum focus: 16cm
  • STM AF System

The Nikon Z MC 50mm f2.8 is a compact prime lens with a versatile everyday-friendly focal length and closest focus of just 16cm, this makes it perfect for macro photography, as well as portraiture and general-purpose photography.

This Nikon prime lens is lightweight at around 260 grams, but it still includes weather-sealing, so it can be put to use in the elements. With its f2.8 maximum, the Nikon Z MC 50mm lens can produce good amounts of background blur, while the STM AF system renders all subjects sharp and in focus, even if they are on the move.

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10. Sony 70-200mm F2.8 GM V1

  • Lens type: Telephoto zoom
  • Maximum aperture: f2.8
  • Minimum focus: 0.96m
  • Premium optical design 

Sony 70-200mm F2.8 is the obvious choice when looking for a high-quality telephoto zoom lens for your Sony E-Mount camera. It’s a great lens for sports photography, wildlife photography, and for events such as weddings. Thanks to a constant f2.8 maximum aperture and 11-blade Circular Aperture, this lens produces excellent bokeh that looks natural in appearance. Plus, its XA, ED, and Super ED glass elements produce sublime image sharpness.

The Sony 70-200mm F2.8 delivers constant sharp and detailed performance at all focal lengths and can comfortably capture beautiful photos in low-light conditions. Thanks to a fast and accurate AF performance, OSS Stabilisation and tripod collar, camera shake is all but abolished with this impressive camera lens.

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