Find the best wildlife and sports lens in 2025
Essential telephoto features:
- Long Reach - 300mm minimum, 500mm+ ideal
- Fast Autofocus - Track moving subjects
- Image Stabilization - Sharp handheld shots
- Weather Sealing - Outdoor durability
Best lenses under $500 for wildlife
No lenses found under $500 for this category.
Best lenses under $1000 for wildlife
Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM
Why we recommend this â–¼
Canon's 600mm f/11 brings super-telephoto reach to the masses with its innovative diffractive optics design. Incredibly lightweight and portable for a 600mm lens, it's perfect for wildlife photographers who hike to locations.
Alternatives:
Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD
Why we recommend this â–¼
This all-in-one superzoom covers an incredible 18-400mm range, perfect for travel when you can only bring one lens. While it compromises on aperture and ultimate image quality, the convenience factor is unmatched.
Best lenses under $1500 for wildlife
No lenses found under $1500 for this category.
Best lenses under $2500 for wildlife
No lenses found under $2500 for this category.
Premium lenses for wildlife
Canon L Series EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM
Why we recommend this â–¼
Canon's professional super-telephoto delivers stunning image quality with blazing fast autofocus. The f/2.8 aperture allows for beautiful subject isolation and excellent low-light performance, making it the go-to lens for sports and wildlife pros.
