10 Best Camera Lenses for Novice
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Out of thousands of reviews for 168 products, over 500 people recommended Camera Lenses specifically for Novice. These 10 are the most highly recommended products we found.
Canon Telephoto EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Autofocus Lens
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11 People Recommend
"even though i am a serious amateur, they replied back saying the photos were gorgeous and amazing, and loved it.…" - Amazon.com User "i am just an amateur enthusiast but i am very pleased with it's performance.…" - Amazon.com User "i am an amateur photographer, but desire excellent quality when it comes to pictures.…" - Amazon.com User |
Tamron 17-50mm f/2.8 XR Di II LD Lens
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$365 - $764
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10 People Recommend
"it was my first lenses for my 350d and i am really happy…" - Bhphotovideo.com User "firstly, let me begin by admitting that i'm new to the culture…" - Bhphotovideo.com User "advanced amateur pros:…" - Adorama.com User |
Canon EF 70-200mm 1:4L USM Lens
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$979 - $1,361
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5 People Recommend
"i purchased this lens during the last $50 instant rebate from canon as my first l lens.…" - Amazon.com User "yes, it was time to buy my first l-series lenses.…" - Amazon.com User "a joy to use for photographers new to is and an attraction for professionals dissapointed with the image quality and weight of the 70-200mm f/2.8 is, whom may be looking to round out their event…" - Amazon.com User |
Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4.5 DC
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$339 - $399
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5 People Recommend
"that is my first eos 350d digital camera, so i am not really good expert, but pictures are not even comparable with my previous digital cameras.…" - Buydig.com User "if you are considering buying this as your first lens instead of getting the kit, i unreservedly recommend doing that (especially if it will be your only lens for a while).…" - Amazon.com User "i am a photographer on a budget, not a pro, not a novice, i fall somewhere in between.…" - Amazon.com User |
Olympus 18-180mm f/3.5-6.3 Zuiko Digital Lens
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$359 - $500
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4 People Recommend
"i have used this lens for nature photographs at home and this is my first trip with the lens and so far have found it to be a joy to use…" - "Larjer" at Adorama.com "i have used this lens for nature photographs at home and this is my first trip with the lens and so far have found it to be a joy to use pros:…" - Adorama.com User "this is my first digital camera and i am really crazy about it's live view feature plus the ability to use it also as a dslr.…" - Amazon.com User |
Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom Lens
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$896 - $1,530
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4 People Recommend
"i shot a low light wedding (my first) with this lens and an 85 1.8 and found the 17-55 indispensible.…" - Amazon.com User "the focal range of this lens (wide-angle to short-telephoto) is definitely the most useful for my type of shooting, and so as most of the amateur and professional photographers that i know.…" - Amazon.com User "please keep in mind that i saved for the nikkor and i got it actually one year after my first decision, but i believe the waiting was worth every penny.…" - Amazon.com User |
Nikon 105mm f/2.8G ED-IF AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor Lens
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$747 - $1,000
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4 People Recommend
"it's my first prime af-s lens, and i prefer carring this one in my bag wherever i go instead of my nikkor 105 f2.0 af-dc lens for its macro and vr capabilities.…" - Buydig.com User "the only thing i don't like about this lens is that it is a bit heavy but once you shoot your first shot you will forget all about that :) all i have to say is why are you still reading this?…" - "BluAlien" at Wolfcamera.com "this excellent macro or micro or portrait lens, opens up a field of photo opps that is new to this photographer.…" - Amazon.com User |
Tamron 18-250mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II LD Aspherical IF
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$419 - $899
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3 People Recommend
"said before, my first concern is sharpness and clarity for…" - Bhphotovideo.com User "as an amateur photographer and using a nikon d50 slr, my acceptance level may be limited, and someday i may want better glass.…" - Amazon.com User "said before, my first concern is sharpness and clarity for …" - Bhphotovideo.com User |
Pentax DA 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 ED
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$370 - $504
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3 People Recommend
"it will produce excellent picture quality and at an affordable price for amateur photo shooting - we paid $429.00 through amazon from willoughbly's for this lens - pentax got this one just right!…" - Amazon.com User "pentax has produced one fine camera in the k10d and now has coupled it with a terrific lens for both amateur and professional photographers.…" - Amazon.com User "i'm still a novice photographer but i wanted a lens that could offer close-up and distance mobility and this one fills the bill.…" - Amazon.com User |
Sony SAL-85F14Z 85mm f1.4 Carl Zeiss Planar T Coated Telephoto Lens
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$1,299 - $1,300
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2 People Recommend
"this is my first slr camera. …" - Amazon.com User "you'll forget the hit to your pocketbook as soon as you print your first shot!…" - Amazon.com User |
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