Best Lenses under CA$700 for sports and wildlife

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Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm

72.7 Wildlife/Sports Score
15mmf/1.4Sony EWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

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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Price CA$700
Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm lens

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Sigma WR-UV-Filter AFK9B0

68.6 Wildlife/Sports Score
135mmf/1.4Sony EISWeather Sealed
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The f/1.8 aperture and specialized FLD/SLD glass elements deliver exceptional sharpness and subject isolation, making it a standout portrait lens. Its Hyper Sonic Motor provides fast, quiet autofocus, while the durable brass bayonet mount and TSC material ensure long-term reliability. This lens is best for portrait photographers who need uncompromising optical performance and smooth bokeh in a full-frame E-mount system.

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Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for sports and wildlife

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Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS

86.8 Wildlife/Sports Score
16-300mmf/3.5Sony EISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The Sigma 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS is the world's first 18.8x zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras, delivering a 24-450mm equivalent focal range with a variable f/3.5-6.7 aperture in a weather-sealed, 615g body. It also features 1:2 macro magnification at 70mm, 6-stop OS2 stabilization, and a fast, quiet HLA autofocus motor. This lens is ideal for macro photographers on Fujifilm X who need a single optic for wide-angle landscapes and detailed close-up work.

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Sigma Art 20mm f/1.4 DG DN 20mm

70.5 Wildlife/Sports Score
20mmf/1.4Sony EWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

The f/1.4 maximum aperture and 17-element optical design with SLD and aspherical glass deliver sharp, corner-to-corner ultrawide views with strong low-light performance. Its weather-sealed, 630g magnesium body and 11-blade diaphragm produce smooth bokeh and durable handling, while a dedicated manual focus lock and lens heater retainer make it purpose-built for astrophotography. This lens is best for astrophotographers and landscape shooters who need a fast, wide prime for capturing night skies and expansive scenes.

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Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for sports and wildlife

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Sigma Sports 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS

70.4 Wildlife/Sports Score
150-600mmf/5Sony EISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A 2100g build with four FLD and two SLD elements delivers high rendering across the 150-600mm range, while the stepping motor AF and 4-stop stabilization ensure sharp results. The dual-action zoom with adjustable torque and weather sealing adds handling flexibility rarely found at this price point. This lens is best for wildlife and motorsports photographers who need L-mount reach without compromising on optical consistency.

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Price CA$1,939
Sigma Sports 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS lens

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Sigma Art 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II

60.4 Wildlife/Sports Score
24-70mmf/22Sony EISWeather Sealed
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A redesigned HLA autofocus motor and a 7% smaller, 10% lighter body than its predecessor make this a fast-handling f/2.8 standard zoom. Its 6.7-inch minimum focusing distance delivers a strong 1:2.7 magnification ratio, offering near-macro versatility uncommon in this class. This lens is best for hybrid shooters needing a single, weather-sealed tool that excels at both detailed close-ups and general landscape work.

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Best Lenses under CA$3,500 for sports and wildlife

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Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports

70.6 Wildlife/Sports Score
60-600mmf/4.5Sony EISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Offering a 10x 60-600mm zoom range with 7-stop stabilization and HLA linear autofocus, it captures handheld sharpness at full telephoto. Weighing just 271 grams and fully weather-sealed, this lens delivers ultra-portability and robust build quality rare for a 600mm super-telephoto. It’s best for travel photographers and wildlife shooters needing a single, lightweight lens that spans wide to extreme reach without compromising speed or stability.

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Price CA$2,799
Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports lens

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Sigma Art 14mm f/1.4 DG

48.3 Wildlife/Sports 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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