Best Lenses under CA$700 for landscape

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15mmf/1.4Sony EWeather Sealed
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Combining an ultra-wide 15mm field of view with a bright f/1.4 aperture in a mere 220g body, this lens stands out for its portability and low-light capability. Its optical design, featuring FLD and SLD elements, delivers sharp results, while the weather-sealed build and stepping motor ensure reliable, quiet autofocus. This lens is best for street and travel photographers who need a fast, lightweight prime for expansive scenes without a heavy kit.

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Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art

72.1 Landscape Score
28mmf/1.4Nikon FWeather Sealed
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The f/1.4 maximum aperture and an optical design with three aspherical and five SLD/FLD elements deliver exceptional sharpness and contrast control for low-light scenes. Its weather-sealed, robust build and Super Multi-Layer Coating ensure reliable, flare-resistant performance in demanding conditions. This lens is best for professional landscape and street photographers needing a fast, wide-angle prime with uncompromising optical clarity.

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18-250mmf/3.5-6.3Nikon FIS
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An expansive 13.9x zoom range (27–375mm equivalent on APS‑C) with 4‑stop stabilization and a lightweight 454g body defines this all-in-one superzoom. A 1:2.9 macro capability allowing focus as close as 35cm adds close‑up versatility, while the Super Multi‑Layer Coating reduces flare for consistent contrast. This lens is ideal for travelers and hobbyists on Canon, Nikon, or Sony APS‑C DSLRs who need a single, portable optic covering everything from wide landscapes to distant details with occasional macro.

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Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for landscape

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Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG HSM Art

93.1 Landscape Score
14-24mmf/2.8Nikon FWeather Sealed
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The constant f/2.8 aperture across the 14-24mm zoom range, combined with three FLD and three aspherical elements, delivers edge-to-edge sharpness and minimal distortion. Its robust, weather-sealed build and built-in lens hood provide a durable, all-in-one design that handles challenging conditions without requiring bulky external filters. This lens is best for architectural and landscape photographers who need a fast, ultra-wide rectilinear zoom with professional-grade optical performance.

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10-18mmf/2.8Sony EWeather Sealed
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Weighing just 260g with a constant f/2.8 aperture, this 10-18mm zoom delivers an ultra-wide 15-27mm full-frame equivalent field of view in a weather-sealed, travel-ready body. The fast internal focus system and 117mm minimum focus distance enable dynamic close-ups with smooth bokeh from its 7-blade diaphragm. This lens is best for vloggers and landscape photographers using APS-C Sony E-mount cameras who need a lightweight, low-light capable ultrawide zoom.

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17-70mmf/2.8-4.5Nikon F
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The 17-70mm zoom range with a 1:2.3 maximum magnification and 200mm minimum focus distance lets you switch from wide-angle shots to close-up macro work without changing lenses. Its HSM autofocus motor and 454g weight make it a practical walk-around option for Nikon APS-C DSLRs, though it lacks stabilization and weather sealing. This lens suits budget-conscious shooters who want a single versatile zoom for travel and occasional macro photography, not portrait specialists.

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Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for landscape

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150-600mmf/5-6.3Sony EISWeather Sealed
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The 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports lens covers a full-frame telephoto zoom range with 25 elements in 15 groups, including four FLD and two SLD elements, plus a 4-stop optical stabilizer. Its weather-sealed build, 9-blade diaphragm, and adjustable zoom torque switch make it a solid choice for outdoor shooting. Best for wildlife and sports photographers who need a durable, long-reach zoom with reliable autofocus and stabilization.

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Best Lenses under CA$3,500 for landscape

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70-200mmf/2.8Sony EISWeather Sealed
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Dual HLA motors deliver fast, quiet autofocus and the OS2 algorithm provides 7.5 stops of stabilization, making this f/2.8 telephoto zoom exceptionally steady for handheld work. Its internal zoom mechanism and weather-sealed Sports-line build resist dust and moisture while minimizing focus breathing for consistent framing. This lens is best for sports and wildlife photographers using Sony E-mount who need reliable subject tracking and sharp results in challenging outdoor conditions.

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Premium Lenses for landscape

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Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art

83.3 Landscape Score
14mmf/1.4Sony EWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The f/1.4 maximum aperture and 14mm focal length, combined with an 11-blade diaphragm and Super Multi-Layer Coating, deliver exceptional light gathering and sharp star rendering for astrophotography. Its weather-sealed, dust-resistant build and included TS-141 tripod socket provide practical, stable operation in challenging outdoor conditions. This lens is best for astrophotographers and landscape shooters who need a fast, ultra-wide prime with reliable autofocus and robust physical controls.

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60-600mmf/4.5-6.3Sigma SAISWeather Sealed
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A 10x zoom range from 60-600mm combined with three FLD elements and Super Multi-Layer Coating suppresses aberrations and flare, while Hyper Sonic AF provides fast focusing. The TSC barrel and Arca-type foot improve durability and tripod handling, and the 9-blade aperture offers pleasing bokeh. It’s ideal for wildlife and sports shooters needing a versatile telephoto range without lens changes.

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150-600mmf/5-6.3Canon EFISWeather Sealed
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The 150-600mm zoom range, supported by a Hyper Sonic Motor and Optical Stabilization, delivers sharp handheld shots of distant subjects. Its optical design, with one FLD and three SLD elements plus a Super Multi-Layer Coating, minimizes aberrations and flare for clear, high-contrast images. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers using Nikon F-mount who need an affordable, stabilized super-telephoto reach.

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