As photographers, we train ourselves to be as pragmatic as possible when it comes to lens choice and acquisition. This is a good thing in part, but we also secretly long to own an all-encompassing lens that covers every focal length and contains every feature imaginable. Lenses like the Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS go
Anyone with even a modicum of knowledge about long telephoto prime lenses will know that they cost a king’s ransom and are large and heavy. At least the Vivitar 500mm f/8 checks the “large” box, but for a prime lens at this focal length which costs just shy of a hundred dollars, the price point
When you start to get really serious about long-range photography, there’s nothing like owning a super-telephoto prime lens. There are zoom lenses out there that can cover the same focal length as a 500mm, but a prime lens will always give you that extra zap of quality. However, a 500mm prime is going to be
When we were tasked with finding the best Tokina super-telephoto lenses under $500, the usual course of action took place. We dove into the company’s inventory, put each lens through its paces, argued at length over which are the best features, then finally came up with the most affordable, budget-friendly optics in the price range.
Nikon has a range of good lenses for its mirrorless and DSLR cameras. These lenses are renowned for having great quality, usability, and a decent array of features. In this guide, we look specifically at Nikon super-telephoto lenses under $1000. Super-telephoto is defined as a focal distance of 300mm or greater. In most instances, this
Super-telephoto lenses offer unrivaled detail and allow you to capture magnificent images of things like wildlife or sporting events. Canon has produced some brilliant quality options and today we look at the best Canon super-telephoto lenses under $1000. When choosing a super-telephoto lens, you should consider image stabilization, portability, and autofocusing. Image stabilization for this
Owning a long lens at some point in our photography careers has always been a right of passage. The reasons for this are as numerous as the users, such as having instant binocular or telescopic vision. Unfortunately for the budget-conscious, the highest quality super-telephoto lenses command an equally high price. For those seeking out the
Generally speaking, a super-telephoto lens covers focal lengths over 200mm. This is a special area of optics, usually requiring an equally special amount of money in exchange for the fine precision. You only have to check out the prices of super-telephoto prime lenses to get an idea of their specialist nature. If you’re looking for
As photographers, we don’t realize how spoiled we are with lens choice and cost until we venture past the 200mm focal length. Past the 200mm zone we are into the specialist area of super-telephoto prime lenses which are large and expensive, but also the best way to capture professional quality images at long distances. There
When it comes to owning the best quality glass for the likes of sports and wildlife photography, there is nothing like prime 500mm lenses to deliver the sharpest images. There are clearly many zoom lenses on the market that cover this focal length, but when you specialize in the telephoto range, tracking down a high-quality
When photographers need to reach for super telephoto focal lengths that produce great images, the likes of the best 200-500mm lenses are brought into action. There are of course prime lens offerings on the market which have a longer reach, but the 200-500mm range provides far more versatility, while still offering very high quality. Just
For those wanting an affordable super telephoto zoom lens from the Nikon camp, options used to be limited. When third-party makers released cost-effective versions, Nikon stepped up their game with the mouthful of a name, the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR. Strapped onto a cropped sensor body, the focal length comes out at
Focal lengths can be a strange concept when your first start out in photography. Those numbers labeled on a lens, usually in millimeters, may seem arbitrary, but they do have a lot of meaning behind them. Once you learn the principles behind focal length, the information can teach you on a number of levels from
This absolute beast of a lens is the update to Tamron’s existing 150-600mm lens, which should satisfy any type of sports or wildlife photographer who has telephoto lens envy. The latest version should definitely stand out in a crowd, even if its only due to its sheer size. But the main criteria here is if
Let’s face it, huge zoom lenses are fun to use. Having the equivalent of a telescope strapped to your camera is all very well, but the bigger the focal length range, the more drawbacks in optical quality. That’s doesn’t mean big focal ranges can’t be useful in the right context. So, in steps the Sigma
There’s a new version of the 400mm f/2.8L and 600mm f/4L super-telephoto lenses, the Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM, with the emphasis on 25 percent less weight or 2.2lbs in real money. The new 400mm now weighs in at 6.25 pounds total. The weight saving is definitely significant, especially since Sony has released its own FE 400mm
