Best Lenses under CA$700 for travel

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Sigma Contemporary 45mm f/2.8 DG

58.9 Travel 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.

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Sigma Art 85mm f/1.2 DG

27.3 Travel 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.

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Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for travel

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Sigma Contemporary 90mm f/2.8 DG Contemporary

60.4 Travel Score
90mm 2.8 L-Mount Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The Sigma 90mm f/2.8 DG uses 5 SLD and 1 aspherical element to deliver high resolution for mirrorless cameras in a compact 295g weather-sealed body. Its 9-blade diaphragm produces smooth bokeh, and the 1:5 magnification ratio enables detailed close-ups, all while maintaining a discreet, portable form. It’s best for street photographers and traveling professionals who need a lightweight telephoto with quiet stepping motor autofocus and sharp optics.

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Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art

54.1 Travel Score
17-40mm 16 L-Mount Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/1.8 aperture across the 17-40mm zoom range pairs with HLA autofocus and weather-sealed construction, capturing distortion-free images with minimal optical flaws. An 11-blade diaphragm produces smooth bokeh for portraits, while the compact 530g weight and dust- and splash-proof design ensure portable durability. Best for L-Mount APS-C photographers—especially macro and portrait shooters—who need a fast, all-purpose zoom that excels in demanding conditions.

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Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art lens
Price CA$1,270

Sigma DG Contemporary 65mm f/2

41.2 Travel 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.

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Sigma DG Contemporary 65mm f/2 lens
Price CA$1,060

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

25.2 Travel Score
f/2.8 leica_l
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Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for travel

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Best Lenses under CA$3,500 for travel

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

69.5 Travel 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.

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

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Sigma Art 15mm f/1.4 DG DN Diagonal Fisheye

38.7 Travel 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.

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

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Sigma Sports 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports

47.7 Travel Score
300-600mm 22 L-Mount IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/4 aperture across the 300-600mm zoom range pairs with a fast HLA autofocus motor and 5.5 stops of optical stabilization to deliver prime-like sharpness in a single lens. Its weather-sealed, robust build and Nano Porous Coating ensure reliable handling in challenging outdoor environments, while the full-frame L-Mount system integrates seamlessly with modern mirrorless cameras. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers who need handheld stability and rapid, accurate focusing at extreme telephoto distances.

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Price CA$6,653
Sigma Sports 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports lens

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Sigma Cine 28-105mm T3 FF Cine

34.3 Travel 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.

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Sigma AF Cine 28-45mm T2

20.4 Travel 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.

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