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 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 150-600mm 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
- 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 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 a constant f2.8 aperture, Image Stabilisation to keep camera shake at bay, and a fast Nano USM AF motor to help you lock focus on any subject.
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3. Sony FE 16-35mm f2.8 GM MK II
- 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 II is a great match 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 Quad Linear autofocus motor allows the lens to perform with remarkable speed and whisper-quiet operation — ideal for high-resolution video recording. It also offers linear response manual focus and is 20% lighter than its predecessor.
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4. Nikon Z 70-200mm f2.8 VR S
- Lens type: Telephoto 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. The Nikon Z 70-200mm f2.8 VR S 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 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, detailed images with minimal flare, ghosting, or distortion. Its programmable control ring lets you adjust important camera settings on the fly.
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 mount type and make sure any lens you buy is compatible.
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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 delivers sharp, detailed images at all focal lengths. The lens has a water- and dust-resistant design as well as a protective fluorine coating, making it great for outdoor shoots. Weighing in at just 1.4kg, it's a solid addition to any adventure photographer's bag.