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

86.4 Portrait 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 £1,549
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Sigma Sports 70-200mm f/2.8 DG DN OS lens

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Rokinon AF AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8

51.1 Portrait Score
35-150mm 16-22 L-Mount Weather Sealed
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Rokinon AF AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 lens
Price £1,049
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Sigma DG II

51.6 Portrait Score
35mm 16 L-Mount Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

The f/1.2 maximum aperture and 11-blade diaphragm create smooth, cinematic bokeh with minimal aberrations, driven by a fast HLA motor for quiet, accurate autofocus. Weather-sealed construction with four aspherical and one ED element maintains sharp edge-to-edge clarity even in demanding conditions. This lens is best for portrait and wedding photographers who depend on dramatic subject isolation and strong low-light performance.

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Sigma DG II lens
Price £1,626
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