Best Lenses under CA$700 for everyday use

Best Pick

Sigma Contemporary 45mm f/2.8 DG

67.5 Score
45mm f/2.8 L-Mount Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The all-metal, weather-sealed build and fast internal autofocus distinguish this compact 221g prime, offering full-frame coverage in a versatile 45mm focal length. Its knurled aperture ring and dust/splash-resistant I Series design provide a tactile, durable shooting experience uncommon at this size. This lens is best for portrait and street photographers who prioritize a discreet, premium-feeling walk-around lens over outright landscape sharpness.

View Details & Prices

Great Alternatives

These options also score highly and may better suit your specific needs

Sigma Art 85mm f/1.2 DG

49.5 Score
85mm f/1.2 L-Mount
Why we recommend this

Featuring an f/1.2 maximum aperture and dual HLA-driven autofocus, this 85mm prime lens delivers razor-thin depth of field and fast, silent focusing for L-Mount portraits. Its 14-element optical design maintains sharpness wide open, with a 9-blade diaphragm rendering smooth bokeh. Portrait photographers seeking uncompromising subject isolation will find it ideal, though the 1130g weight limits travel use.

View Details & Prices

Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for everyday use

Best Pick

Sigma Art 20mm f/1.4 DG DN

76.6 Score
20mm f/1.4 L-Mount Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

With its bright f/1.4 aperture and 17-element optical design incorporating three aspherical and two SLD elements, this full-frame lens captures sharp, low-distortion images ideal for astrophotography. A weather-sealed brass mount, 11-blade rounded diaphragm, and rear filter holder enhance durability and creative flexibility. It’s best for astrophotographers and landscape shooters who need an ultrawide, fast prime and can forgo the lighter weight of typical travel lenses.

View Details & Prices

Great Alternatives

These options also score highly and may better suit your specific needs

Sigma DG Contemporary 65mm f/2

43.2 Score
65mm 22 L-Mount Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A unique 65mm focal length and bright f/2 aperture define this compact prime, packing 12 elements with 2 aspherical and 1 ED element into a weather-sealed, all-metal barrel at just 405g. Its knurled focus and aperture rings enable precise tactile control, while the 9-blade diaphragm yields smooth, rounded bokeh for subject isolation. Best for street photographers and environmental portrait shooters seeking a lightweight, weather-resistant L-Mount lens with a distinctive, versatile field of view.

View Details & Prices
Sigma DG Contemporary 65mm f/2 lens
Price CA$1,060

Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN for L-Mount

38.7 Score
f/2.8 leica_l
View Details & Prices

Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for everyday use

No lenses found Under CA$2,000 for this category.

Best Lenses under CA$3,500 for everyday use

Best Pick

Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS

87.2 Score
70-200mm f/2.8 leica_l IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS Sports combines a constant f/2.8 aperture with dual HLA motors for fast autofocus and up to 7.5 stops of stabilization via the OS2 algorithm. Its weather-sealed build and Super Multi-Layer Coating with water- and oil-repellent layers ensure reliable outdoor performance without sacrificing portability at just 212g. Best for landscape and travel photographers who need a lightweight telephoto zoom with excellent stabilization for handheld shooting in variable conditions.

View Details & Prices
Price CA$2,080
Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS lens

Great Alternatives

These options also score highly and may better suit your specific needs

Sigma Art 15mm f/1.4 DG DN Diagonal Fisheye

66 Score
15mm f/1.4 L Mount Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its f/1.4 maximum aperture pairs with a 15mm full-frame fisheye design to deliver a 180° angle of view and a 21-element optical path with aspherical and ED glass for sharp, high-contrast images. The weather-sealed, 1360g build and fast, near-silent HLA autofocus provide dependable outdoor handling, while the 11-blade diaphragm ensures smooth bokeh. This lens is best for astrophotographers needing bright low-light capture and creative portraitists exploiting its dramatic, distortion-filled perspective for environmental shots.

View Details & Prices
Sigma Art 15mm f/1.4 DG DN Diagonal Fisheye lens
Price CA$2,899

Premium Lenses for everyday use

Best Pick

Sigma Sports 200mm f/2 DG OS

51.6 Score
200mm 22 L-Mount IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A 200mm f/2 prime with Nano Porous coatings, 6.5-stop stabilization, and an HLA autofocus motor makes this the world’s first full-frame mirrorless lens of its kind, delivering exceptional subject isolation. Its weather-sealed magnesium-alloy barrel and 11-blade diaphragm ensure rugged durability and smooth bokeh for demanding shoots. This lens is best for Sony shooters doing portrait work that demands razor-thin depth of field and for video creators who rely on silent, fast autofocus.

View Details & Prices
Price CA$4,499
Sigma Sports 200mm f/2 DG OS lens

Great Alternatives

These options also score highly and may better suit your specific needs

Sigma Cine 28-105mm T3 FF Cine

40.2 Score
28-105mm T22 L-Mount
Why we recommend this

Constant T3 aperture across the 28-105mm zoom range and a 12-blade iris maintain exposure and soft bokeh, while the AF/MF switch brings rare autofocus to a cine lens. The 1300g build and 15.7-inch minimum focus distance offer versatile close-framing without heavy rigging, though it skips weather sealing. Best for indie filmmakers and solo shooters who need a single full-frame zoom with AF for handheld documentary or event work.

View Details & Prices

Sigma AF Cine 28-45mm T2

30.9 Score
28-45mm T16 L-Mount
Why we recommend this

The constant T2 aperture across its 28-45mm zoom range and integrated autofocus make it a flexible option for full-frame cine cameras. An 11-blade iris renders soft bokeh, and the 11.8-inch minimum focus distance delivers 1.4:1 magnification for close-up detail. It suits narrative and documentary shooters who need quick AF transitions and a compact wide-to-normal zoom without lens changes.

View Details & Prices