Best Lenses under €500 for best value

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Canon EF 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 is STM

94.3 Budget Score
18-55mm f/3.5 Canon EF-S IS
Why we recommend this

Its STM motor provides smooth and quiet continuous autofocus for video, while its Optical Image Stabilizer offers up to four stops of shake correction. This compact and lightweight lens is a versatile standard zoom for Canon's APS-C cameras, featuring a useful 0.25m minimum focusing distance across its entire zoom range. It's best for travel photographers and videographers who need a stabilized, all-purpose kit lens for run-and-gun shooting.

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Best Lenses under €900 for best value

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Canon EF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

94.2 Budget Score
18-135mm f/3.5 Canon EF-S IS
Why we recommend this

This lens offers a versatile 18-135mm zoom range, equivalent to 28.8-216mm on APS-C cameras, making it a practical all-in-one option for travel and general photography. Its inclusion of a UD and an aspherical element helps control aberrations for improved image quality across its focal range. It is best for Canon APS-C camera owners seeking a single, lightweight walk-around lens for everyday shooting and travel.

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Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Ultra-Wide Angle Zoom

85.4 Budget Score
15-30mm f/4.5 Canon RF IS
Why we recommend this

Its standout feature is its ultra-wide 15-30mm zoom range, providing expansive coverage ideal for landscapes and travel photography. As a budget-friendly RF lens, it offers a lightweight and compact design that enhances portability for on-the-go shooting. This lens is best for budget-conscious photographers seeking a versatile wide-angle option for capturing sweeping vistas and tight interior spaces.

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Canon L 8806A002 EF 17-40mm USM Ultra-Wide

74.3 Budget Score
17-40mm f/4 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

Its constant f/4 aperture and inclusion of a Super UD and three aspherical elements deliver sharp, controlled images across its ultra-wide to standard zoom range. This L-series lens provides robust build quality and reliable autofocus at a notably accessible price point for its class. It is best for Canon full-frame photographers seeking a durable, versatile wide-angle zoom for landscape and architectural work without requiring image stabilization.

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