Best Lenses under CA$700 for macro

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Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM

81.1 Macro Score
28mmf/1.4Nikon FWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

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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Price CA$549
Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art 28mm lens

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Sigma EX DG 485306 8mm

62.6 Macro Score
8mmf/22Nikon F
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Its defining characteristic is the full 180-degree circular image it projects onto full-frame sensors, creating a distinctive, frame-filling fisheye effect. The use of SLD glass and a Super Multi-Layer coating ensures strong correction of chromatic aberration and effective flare suppression for clean image quality. This lens is best for experimental photographers and astrophotographers seeking a dedicated circular fisheye perspective, not a standard rectilinear wide-angle.

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Price CA$583

Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for macro

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Sigma EX DG 200110 12-24mm

77.8 Macro Score
12-24mmf/4.5Nikon FIS
Why we recommend this

Delivering a 122-degree diagonal field of view at 12mm, this lens captures expansive scenes that standard zooms cannot reach. Its Super Multi Coating effectively suppresses flare and ghosting, while the internal focus ring maintains the lens length during operation. This is a practical tool for architectural and landscape photographers on a budget who prioritize extreme wide-angle coverage over a fast aperture.

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Sigma Art 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM 50mm

72.1 Macro Score
50mmf/1.4Nikon FWeather Sealed
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The 14-element optical design with three ED and one aspherical element delivers exceptional sharpness and suppresses aberrations even at its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture. Its robust, weather-sealed metal build and smooth, ring-type HSM autofocus system offer a premium handling experience that belies its price point. This lens is best for portrait and studio photographers using Nikon F-mount DSLRs who demand critical image quality and shallow depth of field control without the cost of first-party optics.

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Sigma Art 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM 50mm lens
Price CA$999

Sigma EX DC HSM 10-20mm f/3.5 20mm

57.8 Macro Score
10-20mmf/22Nikon FIS
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A constant f/3.5 aperture across the 10-20mm zoom range provides consistent exposure control, supported by 3 ED and 4 aspherical elements to curb distortion. The HSM autofocus motor delivers quiet, fast focusing, while the built-in stabilization aids handheld shooting in tight interiors. This lens is best for APS-C landscape photographers needing an ultra-wide perspective without the bulk, weighing just 520g.

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Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for macro

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Sigma EX DC OS HSM 583101 17-50mm

76.7 Macro Score
17-50mmf/22Nikon FIS
Why we recommend this

A8 constant f/2. aperture across the 17-50mm zoom range pairs with FLD and aspherical elements to deliver sharp, high-contrast images with strong aberration correction. The built-in optical stabilization provides 4 stops of compensation, and the HSM motor enables fast, quiet autofocus in a relatively compact 565g body. This lens is best for APS-C Nikon F-mount portrait and event shooters who need bright, stabilized standard zoom performance on a budget.

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Sigma 185955

42.8 Macro Score
500mmf/32Nikon FISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture combined with two FLD and one SLD element delivers exceptional clarity and chromatic aberration correction, while the magnesium alloy body provides a dust- and splash-proof build at 3310g. Its optical stabilization offers a 4-stop advantage, and the Hyper Sonic Motor provides fast, accurate autofocus that excels in challenging low-light conditions. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers who need a durable, hand-holdable 500mm prime with full-frame coverage and reliable weather sealing for extended outdoor shoots.

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