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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR

85.5 Score
16-35mm 4 Nikon F IS
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture and 2.5-stop Vibration Reduction enable sharp handheld shooting across the 16-35mm ultrawide zoom range. Weighing just 122g, it's remarkably light for a full-frame lens, with Nano Crystal Coat and ED elements suppressing flare and chromatic aberration. This lens is best for landscape and interior photographers who need an ultrawide perspective with consistent exposure control.

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Price £1,099
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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR lens

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Sigma Art 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM

59.3 Score
50-100mm 16 Nikon F
Why we recommend this ▼

A constant f/1.8 aperture across a 50-100mm zoom range on APS-C delivers a bright telephoto equivalent of 80-160mm, with four ED elements and HSM autofocus. Its professional-grade resolution and robust build make it a standout for crop-sensor systems, though it lacks stabilization and weather sealing. Best for sports and portrait photographers on APS-C bodies who need fast aperture in a telephoto zoom without switching to full frame.

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Sigma Art 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM lens
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Nikon Fisheye-NIKKOR 1910

56 Score
16mm 2.8 Nikon F (FX)
Why we recommend this ▼

Its 16mm focal length and bright f/2.8 aperture capture full-frame 180-degree diagonal fisheye images, with a Close-Range Correction system maintaining sharpness from 0.25m to infinity. At just 289g, it remains exceptionally lightweight for a fisheye, and the Super Integrated Coating suppresses flare for high-contrast results even wide open. This lens suits portrait and street photographers who want exaggerated, immersive perspectives with reliable D-type autofocus.

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Nikon Fisheye-NIKKOR 1910 lens
Price £1,149
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