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5 | Lens | New/ Used | Mfg | Min Focal Length | Max Focal Length | Review | Amazon Stars | Amazon Reviews | Category Ranking | Cost | Reference 1 | Reference 2 | Reference 3 |
6 | Canon EF 800mm ƒ/5.6L IS USM | New | Canon | 800 | 800 | ...The price tag may be high, but for some shots, there is no other way to get this combination of focal length and aperture... | 4.0 | 13 | $12,999 | http://www.tobiashjorth.com/sigma-200-500mm-f2-8-apo-ex-dg-review/ | |||
7 | Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS II USM | New | Canon | 600 | 600 | Glenn Bartley: As of July 2013 my new primary lens... | 4.0 | 9 | Canon-ultimate: 1st Canon Full Frame (EF)-high cost: 3rd Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-high cost: 3rd | $11,499 | http://www.imaging-resource.com/lenses/canon/ef-800mm-f5.6l-is-usm/review/ | ||
8 | Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM | New | Canon | 500 | 500 | Impressive Performing Lens | 5.0 | 13 | Canon-ultimate: 2nd Canon Full Frame (EF)-high cost: 2nd Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-high cost: 2nd | $8,999 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-high-end-wildlife-photography-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-high-end-wildlife-photography-lenses/ | |
9 | Canon EF 400MM F/2.8L IS USM II | New | Canon | 400 | 400 | The Longest Focal Length f/2.8 Lens | 5.0 | 6 | Canon-ultimate: 4th Canon Full Frame (EF)-high cost: 4th Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-high cost: 4th | $9,999 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-high-end-ef-wildlife-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-high-end-ef-wildlife-lenses/ |
10 | Canon EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM | New | Canon | 400 | 400 | Impressive Performing Lens, Ultra-Light Weight | 5.0 | 7 | Canon-ultimate: 5th | $6,099 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-high-end-ef-wildlife-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-high-end-ef-wildlife-lenses/ |
11 | Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L USM | New | Canon | 400 | 400 | Great Image Quality, Fast AF, Great Build Quality | 5.0 | 144 | Canon-affordable: 3rd Canon Full Frame (EF)-low cost: 3rd Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-low cost: 3rd | $1,149 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | ||
12 | Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM | New | Canon | 300 | 300 | Simply Awesome Lens | 5.0 | 16 | Canon-ultimate: 6th | $6,099 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-high-end-wildlife-photography-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-high-end-wildlife-photography-lenses/ | https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-500mm-f4e-vr/5 |
13 | Canon EF 300mm f/4L IS USM | New | Canon | 300 | 300 | Great Image Quality, Fast AF, Great Build Quality | 4.5 | 96 | Canon-affordable: 4th | $1,349 | https://www.camerastuffreview.com/sony-lens-review/sony-300mm-28-ii-review-apsc | ||
14 | Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Ext 1.4x | New | Canon | 200 | 400 | Glenn Bartley: For the price of this lens I would rather have a 500mm or 600mm and a 100-400mm... | 4.6 | 12 | Canon-ultimate: 3rd Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-high cost: 1st Canon Full Frame (EF)-high cost: 1st | $10,999 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-high-end-wildlife-photography-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-high-end-wildlife-photography-lenses/ | |
15 | Canon EF 200MM F/2.8L II USM TELEPHOTO WITH A TELECONVERTER | New | Canon | 200 | 200 | PROS Great optical quality Doubles as a nice sports lens Durable Fast aperture CONS Too short of a focal length No image stabilization Limited versatility Autofocus hunts for focus | 4.5 | 86 | Canon Full Frame (EF)-low cost: 4th Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-low cost: 4th | $749 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Sigma-120-300mm-f-2.8-DG-OS-HSM-Lens.aspx | ||
16 | Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM | New | Canon | 100 | 400 | Glenn Bartley: I did some recent tests on this lens and was VERY impressed. The new version kills the old version in every way... | 4.8 | 117 | Canon-affordable: 1st Canon Full Frame (EF)-moderate cost: 1st Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-moderate cost: 1st | $2,099 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-high-end-ef-wildlife-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-high-end-ef-wildlife-lenses/ |
17 | Canon EF 100-400MM F/4.5-5.6L IS USM | Used | Canon | 100 | 400 | PROS Better build quality Better weather sealing Consistent output Good general purpose lens CONS Over your budget unless you buy used Quite heavy Push-pull lens is more likely to attract dust This is the original version of the lens, not the current version | 4.4 | 400 | Canon Full Frame (EF)-low cost: 2nd Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-low cost: 2nd | $900 | http://www.pentaxforums.com/reviews/pentax-da-560mm-f56-ed-aw/conclusion.html | ||
18 | Canon EF 75-300MM F/4-5.6 III USM | New | Canon | 75 | 300 | PROS Decently fast autofocus CONS Decent sharpness | 4.5 | 486 | Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-very low cost: 4th | $179 | https://www.ephotozine.com/article/sony-70-400mm-f-4-5-6-g-ssm-ii-lens-review-22817#Verdict | ||
19 | Canon EF 70-300MM F/4-5.6 IS USM | New | Canon | 70 | 300 | Great Image Quality, Great Build Quality, Fast AF, Good Focal Length Range | 4.5 | 658 | Canon-affordable: 2nd | $449 | https://www.ephotozine.com/article/pentax-hd-pentax-d-fa-150-450mm-f-4-5-5-6-ed-dc-aw-review-27359#Verdict | ||
20 | Canon EF 70-300MM F/4-5.6 IS USM | Used | Canon | 70 | 300 | PROS Image stabilization Good sharpness Well built and durable Lightweight CONS Variable aperture More expensive than some of the lenses on this list | 4.5 | 658 | Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-very low cost: 1st | $245 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-ef-wildlife-lenses-under-2500/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-ef-wildlife-lenses-under-2500/ |
21 | Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM | New | Canon | 70 | 200 | The Ultimate Zoom Lens | 5.0 | 568 | Canon-affordable: 5th | $1,949 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-high-end-ef-wildlife-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-high-end-ef-wildlife-lenses/ |
22 | Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM | New | Canon | 70 | 200 | Impressive Image Quality, Great Build Quality, Fast AF, Image Stabilization, Compact & Light, Great Value | 5.0 | 325 | Canon-affordable: 6th | $1,099 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | ||
23 | Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM | New | Canon | 70 | 200 | Excellent Value, Very Good Image Quality, Pro-Grade Build Quality, Fast AF | 5.0 | 451 | Canon-affordable: 7th | $599 | https://www.ephotozine.com/article/olympus-m-zuiko-digital-ed-300mm-f-4-is-pro-review-28917#Verdict | ||
24 | Canon EF-M 55-200mm ƒ/4.5-6.3 IS STM | New | Canon | 55 | 200 | The Canon EF-M 55-200mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM is small and light, but it doesn't capture as much light as similar lenses for SLRs | 4.5 | 14 | $252 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-wildlife-lenses-under-2000/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-wildlife-lenses-under-2000/ | ||
25 | Fujinon XF 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR | New | Fujinon | 100 | 400 | ...It is an excellent all round choice for an ultra-telephoto for Fujinon cameras and maintains the reputation of Fuji for high quality lenses. | 4.5 | 10 | $1,899 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-ef-wildlife-lenses-under-2500/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-wildlife-lenses-under-2000/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-ef-wildlife-lenses-under-2500/ | |
26 | Nikon 600MM F/4E FL ED AF-S VR | New | Nikon | 600 | 600 | PROS Lighter weight than the previous version Extremely good optics Faster focusing Advanced VR CONS Still very heavy Very expensive No built in TC like the new Canon Supertele | 5.0 | 3 | Nikon Full Frame (FX)-high cost: 1st Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-very high cost: 1st | $12,297 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | ||
27 | Nikon 500MM F/4E FL ED AF-S VR | New | Nikon | 500 | 500 | Bottom line – is this the best 500mm prime on the market? The answer is Yes. | 5.0 | 2 | Nikon Full Frame (FX)-high cost: 2nd Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-very high cost: 2nd | $10,300 | https://www.ephotozine.com/article/panasonic-leica-dg-vario-elmar-100-400mm-f-4-0-6-3-asph-review-28971#Verdict | ||
28 | Nikon 400MM F/2.8E AF-S FL ED VR | New | Nikon | 400 | 400 | PROS Very fast aperture Much lighter weight Possible to hand hold for short periods Electromagnetic diaphragm CONS Expensive | 5.0 | 6 | Nikon Full Frame (FX)-high cost: 3rd Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-very high cost: 3rd | $11,197 | https://www.ephotozine.com/article/fujifilm-xf-100-400mm-f-4-5-5-6-r-lm-ois-wr-review-29005#Verdict | ||
29 | Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-500mm ƒ/5.6E ED VR | New | Nikon | 200 | 500 | ...Overall, the Nikon 200-500mm f/5.6E VR looks like a great lens for its price. If you are looking for a relatively lightweight lens to get closer to action, you should definitely look into buying this lens... | 5.0 | 117 | $1,397 | https://photographylife.com/reviews/nikon-200-500mm-f5-6e-vr/4 | |||
30 | Nikon 80-400MM F/4.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR | New | Nikon | 80 | 400 | Glenn Bartley: ...Ultimately if you shoot mostly birds I'd go for the new 300mm f/4... | 4.5 | 88 | Nikon Full Frame (FX)-moderate cost: 1st Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-high cost: 1st | $2,297 | https://www.ephotozine.com/article/pentax-hd-pentax-d-fa--70-200mm-f-2-8-ed-dc-aw-review-27358#Verdict | ||
31 | Nikon 70-300MM F/4-5.6 ED AF-S VR | New | Nikon | 70 | 300 | PROS Decent optical quality Decently fast aperture Works on full frame or crop sensor Reasonably priced Vibration reduction CONS Not nearly as long as the Tamron Not quite as sharp as the Tamron Very light weight for a wildlife lens | 4.5 | 502 | Nikon Full Frame (FX)-low cost: 2nd Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-low cost: 2nd Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-very low cost: 1st | $497 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-full-frame-wildlife-lenses-on-a-budget/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-full-frame-wildlife-lenses-on-a-budget/ |
32 | Nikon 55-300MM F/4.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX NIKKOR ZOOM | New | Nikon | 55 | 300 | PROS Very inexpensive Very light weight CONS DOES NOT WORK ON A FULL FRAME CAMERA!!! Optical quality is | 4.5 | 938 | Nikon Full Frame (FX)-low cost: 3rd Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-low cost: 3rd Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-very low cost: 2nd | $397 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | ||
33 | Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm ƒ/3.5-6.3G ED VR superzoom | New | Nikon | 18 | 300 | PROS Good sharpness in the centre, especially when stopped down Extreme 16.7x zoom range Effective VR system Good build Relatively compact and lightweight CONS CA levels towards edges of the frame are high Performance towards the edges of the frame could be considered disappointing at 18mm and 300m | 4.5 | 126 | $697 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | |||
34 | Olympus M.Zuiko 300mm ƒ/4 IS PRO | New | Olympus | 300 | 300 | Considered against what users of other marques might pay, the cost of the Olympus 300mm f/4 does seem to be very reasonable. | 5.0 | 4 | $2,499 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-ef-wildlife-lenses-under-2500/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-ef-wildlife-lenses-under-2500/ | ||
35 | Olympus M.Zuiko ED 75-300mm ƒ/4.8-6.7 II | New | Olympus | 75 | 300 | it may not be a fantastic lens, but it's good for the job, and now it doesn't put too much of a dent in your wallet | 4.5 | 56 | $499 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-nikon-wildlife-lenses-under-2000/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-ef-wildlife-lenses-under-2500/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-ef-wildlife-lenses-under-2500/ | |
36 | Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm ƒ/4-5.6 II | New | Olympus | 14 | 150 | PROS – Pretty darn sharp – Okay bokeh – Weather sealing gives you an all-in-one lens for travel and street photography work – Fairly compact size – At $599.99 you’re getting a big bargain CONS – Only f4 | 4.5 | 29 | $499 | https://www.ephotozine.com/article/sony-fe-24-240mm-f-3-5-6-3-oss-review-27630#Verdict | |||
37 | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm ƒ/4.0-6.3 ASPH | New | Panasonic | 100 | 400 | If we want a high quality optic for sports, birding, wildlife, photo-journalism and other long range applications then this is it. | 5.0 | 2 | $1,798 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-full-frame-wildlife-lenses-on-a-budget/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-full-frame-wildlife-lenses-on-a-budget/ | ||
38 | Panasonic LUMIX G VARIO 100-300mm ƒ/4-5.6 MEGA O.I.S. | New | Panasonic | 100 | 300 | a good albeit not superb super telephoto zoom lens | 4.5 | 98 | $548 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-full-frame-wildlife-lenses-on-a-budget/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-canon-full-frame-wildlife-lenses-on-a-budget/ | ||
39 | Pentax HD DA 560mm ƒ/5.6 ED AW | New | Pentax | 560 | 560 | We can recommend this lens for anyone who has a primary interest in wildlife photography | 5.0 | 2 | $3,918 | https://www.ephotozine.com/article/nikon-af-s-dx-nikkor-18-300mm-f-3-5-6-3g-ed-vr-review-25602#Verdict | |||
40 | Pentax HD D FA 150-450mm ƒ/4.5-5.6 ED DC AW | New | Pentax | 150 | 450 | Although it may seem a bit pricey at first glance, this lens costs a similar amount to equivalents from other camera manufacturers and performs as well as you'd expect for a top of the range lens of this ilk. | 5.0 | 5 | $2,497 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | |||
41 | Pentax D FA* 70-200mm ƒ/2.8 ED DC AW | New | Pentax | 70 | 200 | As you might expect, this lens is a highly competent, highly specified lens, with all the bells and whistles you'd expect from a high end manufacturer's own lens. | 5.0 | 1 | $1,797 | https://www.ephotozine.com/article/tamron-16-300mm-f-3-5-6-3-di-ii-vc-pzd-macro-lens-expert-review-25659#Verdict | |||
42 | Sigma 200-500mm F2.8 APO EX DG | New | Sigma | 200 | 500 | Since there´s no other 500mm F2.8 lens on the market it has no competitor. It´s unique and it sits alone on the top both in size and pricetag. | 4.1 | 132 | $25,999 | http://www.photozone.de/olympus--four-thirds-lens-tests/684-pana100300?start=2 | |||
43 | Sigma 150-600MM f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM (Sports) | New | Sigma | 150 | 600 | The Sigma 150-600mm OS Sports Lens' eye-catching focal length range is complemented by a beautiful design, solid build quality and overall excellent functionality. | 4.7 | 29 | Canon Full Frame (EF)-moderate cost: 2nd Nikon Full Frame (FX)-moderate cost: 2nd Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-moderate cost: 2nd Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-high cost: 2nd | $1,999 | http://www.thephoblographer.com/2015/02/19/review-olympus-14-150mm-f4-5-6-ii-weather-sealed-micro-four-thirds/#.VzMpTWOJajI | ||
44 | Sigma 150-600MM f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM (Contemporary) | New | Sigma | 150 | 600 | With this lens, Sigma have created a lens that not only performs well, but that offers excellent value for money when compared to other alternatives that are available. | 4.8 | 43 | Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-moderate cost: 4th Canon Full Frame (EF)-moderate cost: 4th | $989 | http://www.lenstip.com/427.11-Lens_review-Sigma_C_18-300_mm_f_3.5-6.3_DC_MACRO_OS_HSM_Summary.html | ||
45 | Sigma 120-300mm ƒ/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports | New | Sigma | 120 | 300 | While this is not an inexpensive lens, it is a great deal when compared to Canon's super telephoto lenses. | 4.0 | 28 | $3,399 | http://www.imaging-resource.com/lenses/olympus/75-300mm-f4.8-6.7-ii-ed-m.zuiko-digital/review/ | |||
46 | Sigma 70-300MM F/4-5.6 DG MACRO | New | Sigma | 70 | 300 | PROS Decently fast autofocus Doubles as a good macro lens Great price Good build quality CONS Slower autofocus Sharpness is not great | 4.5 | 1074 | Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-very low cost: 3rd | $139 | http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Canon-Lenses/Canon-Wildlife-Lens.aspx | ||
47 | Sigma 18-300mm ƒ/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM (Contemporary) | New | Sigma | 18 | 300 | PROS useful focal range, good image quality in the frame centre, ... CONS weak image quality on the edge of the frame (apart from the 50 mm focal length), noticeable vignetting at both ends of focal range. | 4.5 | 50 | $499 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-nikon-wildlife-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-nikon-wildlife-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-telephoto-lenses-for-nikon-crop-sensor-cameras/ | |
48 | Sony 300mm ƒ/2.8 G SSM II | New | Sony | 300 | 300 | The fast AF and the combination of high contrast/sharpness at maximum aperture, in combination with a very nice background blur, gives you spectacular pictures. | 5.0 | 4 | $7,318 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-canon-wildlife-lenses-for-crop-sensor-cameras/ | |||
49 | Sony 70-400mm ƒ/4-5.6 G SSM II | New | Sony | 70 | 400 | This is an excellent lens, that performs well, and is priced well enough to be considered good value for money too. | 4.5 | 20 | $2,098 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-nikon-wildlife-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-nikon-wildlife-lenses/ | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-telephoto-lenses-for-nikon-crop-sensor-cameras/ | |
50 | Sony FE 24-240mm ƒ/3.5-6.3 OSS | New | Sony | 24 | 240 | Overall, it is a decent superzoom lens delivering excellent levels of sharpness in the centre of the frame. | 4.5 | 57 | $973 | http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2494285,00.asp | |||
51 | Tamron 150-600MM F/5-6.3 DI VC USD | New | Tamron | 150 | 600 | With this lens, Tamron have created something that offers more reach at the telephoto end than equivalent lenses, whilst still being able to deliver good sharpness for a reasonable price. | 4.6 | 213 | Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-low cost: 1st Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-moderate cost: 3rd Canon Full Frame (EF)-low cost: 1st Canon Full Frame (EF)-moderate cost: 3rd Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-low cost: 1st Nikon Crop Sensor (DX)-high cost: 3rd Nikon Full Frame (FX)-low cost: 1st Nikon Full Frame (FX)-moderate cost: 3rd | $989 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-canon-wildlife-lenses-for-crop-sensor-cameras/ | ||
52 | Tamron AF 70-300MM F/4.0-5.6 SP DI VC USD XLD | New | Tamron | 70 | 300 | PROS Great price Good sharpness Works on full frame and crop sensor CONS Not as good build quality as the Canon | 4.5 | 377 | Canon Crop Sensor (EF-S)-very low cost: 2nd | $449 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-canon-wildlife-lenses-for-crop-sensor-cameras/ | ||
53 | Tamron 16-300mm Di II VC PZD Macro | New | Tamron | 16 | 300 | Not only have Tamron delivered a lens that offers a uniquely huge zoom range, but they've managed to make one that performs well, is well specified, and is good value too. | 4.5 | 194 | $549 | http://improvephotography.com/lensfinder/best-inexpensive-canon-wildlife-lenses-for-crop-sensor-cameras/ |