Best Lenses under CA$700 for street photography

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Fujifilm VILTROX 85mm f1.8 Mark II

85.8 Street Score
85mm f/1.8 Fujifilm X IS
Why we recommend this

Its 85mm f/1.8 aperture and STM motor deliver fast, quiet autofocus and excellent edge-to-edge sharpness for a 492g all-metal lens. The textured focus ring offers a smooth, precise manual experience with a 145.9° throw, and firmware can be updated via USB. This lens is best for Fujifilm X-mount photographers seeking a well-built, affordable portrait prime for outdoor sessions and black-and-white work.

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Fujifilm Fujinon XF 35mm f/2 R WR Standard

75 Street Score
35mm f/2 Fujifilm X-Mount Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its compact 172g build and f/2 aperture make it a fast, discreet lens for street photography. The optical design includes two ED and two aspherical elements for sharpness, aided by a Nano-GI coating to control flare. This lens is best for Fujifilm X-mount shooters who prioritize a lightweight, everyday prime for candid street scenes and environmental portraits.

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Fujifilm XC XC 13-33mm f/3.5-6.3 OIS

70.9 Street Score
13-33mm f/3.5 FUJIFILM X IS
Why we recommend this

Its standout 125g weight and 37.5mm length make it an exceptionally portable wide-angle zoom with 4-stop optical image stabilization. The lens balances a fast STM autofocus motor with nine rounded aperture blades for smooth focus transitions and pleasing background separation. This lens is best for travel and street photographers who prioritize a minimal, lightweight kit without sacrificing stabilization for handheld shooting.

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Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for street photography

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Fujifilm Fujinon XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR

78 Street Score
33mm f/1.4 FUJIFILM X
Why we recommend this

Its f/1.4 maximum aperture and 50mm equivalent focal length make it an ideal tool for achieving sharp subject isolation and a classic perspective. The lens's high optical performance, with 15 elements in 10 groups, delivers excellent sharpness and color rendition for demanding work. This lens is best for portrait photographers and professionals on the X-mount system who prioritize image quality and shallow depth of field.

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Fujifilm Sigma Contemporary Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary

76.6 Street Score
16mm f/1.4 FUJIFILM X
Why we recommend this

Its fast f/1.4 aperture and 24mm full-frame equivalent focal length make it a versatile prime for low-light and environmental shooting. The lens delivers sharp optics with a smooth, rounded 9-blade diaphragm for pleasing bokeh. It is best for portrait photographers seeking a wide-angle perspective and street shooters needing a compact, fast prime.

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Fujifilm XF 16443058 Fujinon

64 Street Score
56mm f/1.2 Fujifilm X mount
Why we recommend this

Its f/1.2 maximum aperture and integrated Apodization (APD) filter produce exceptionally smooth, pleasing bokeh for subject isolation. The lens offers a classic 85mm full-frame equivalent focal length, making it a dedicated portrait tool for Fujifilm X-mount cameras. This lens is best for portrait photographers seeking a specific, cinematic look with soft background rendering.

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Fujifilm XF2X TC WR Teleconverter for Fujinon XF50-140mm and 100-400mm Lenses

62.6 Street Score
50-140mm f/2
Why we recommend this

This teleconverter doubles the focal length of two specific Fujinon zoom lenses without compromising their autofocus speed. Its weather-resistant design allows for reliable use in challenging outdoor conditions, and it seamlessly integrates with camera systems to display accurate aperture and focal length data. It's best for photographers who already own the compatible Fujinon zooms and need to extend their reach for travel or wildlife photography without carrying additional primary lenses.

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Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for street photography

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Biotar 58mm f/1.5 II

37.2 Street Score
58mm f/1.5 FUJIFILM X
Why we recommend this

Its f/1.5 maximum aperture and 14-blade diaphragm produce exceptionally smooth, swirly bokeh that is highly sought after for characterful portraits. The all-metal, manual-focus construction offers a tactile, deliberate shooting experience distinct from autofocus lenses. This lens is best for portrait photographers and cinematographers who prioritize unique optical rendering and manual control over autofocus convenience.

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Best Lenses under CA$3,500 for street photography

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Fujifilm GF80mmF1.7 R WR

41.7 Street Score
35-63mm f/1.7 Fujifilm G-Mount
Why we recommend this

Its f/1.7 maximum aperture on a medium format GFX mount provides exceptional light gathering and shallow depth of field for a system of this size. The lens delivers spectacular sharpness and bokeh even wide open, making it a uniquely fast tool for large-format mirrorless cameras. This lens is best for portrait and wedding photographers seeking ultimate image quality and background separation from a portable, weather-resistant medium format prime.

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Fujifilm Fujinon GF 50mm F3.5 R LM WR

26.3 Street Score
50mm f/3.5
Why we recommend this

Its f/3.5 aperture and integrated aspherical element deliver sharp images with minimal distortion and focus breathing. Weighing just 11.82 ounces, it offers exceptional portability for a medium-format lens, complemented by a quick, near-silent linear autofocus motor. This lens is best for street and portrait photographers using Fujifilm GFX cameras who prioritize a lightweight, weather-sealed prime for all-day shooting.

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Premium Lenses for street photography

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Fujifilm Fujinon GF 110mm F2 R LM

57.8 Street Score
10mm f/2 GF
Why we recommend this

Its f/2 maximum aperture and 110mm focal length deliver exceptional subject isolation and compression for medium format portraits. The lens features a linear autofocus motor for fast and quiet focusing performance. This lens is best for portrait photographers seeking a classic, flattering focal length on Fujifilm GFX cameras.

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Fujifilm Fujinon XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR

38.3 Street Score
500mm f/5.6 FUJIFILM X IS
Why we recommend this

Its 500mm focal length and built-in image stabilization enable sharp handheld shots of distant subjects like birds in flight. The f/5.6 aperture provides pleasing background blur, while its weather-resistant construction ensures reliability outdoors. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers using Fujifilm X-mount cameras who need a portable super-telephoto option.

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