Best Lenses under MX$10,000 for macro

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Sony FE SEL28F20 28mm F2 Full-frame Wide Angle

55.8 Macro Score
28mm f/2 Sony E (Full-Frame) Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its compact 200g build and f/2 aperture make it a highly portable, bright wide-angle prime for Sony full-frame cameras. The lens incorporates aspherical and ED elements for sharpness and uses a fast linear actuator for quiet, responsive autofocus. This lens is best for travel and street photographers who need a lightweight, weather-sealed optic for everyday carry.

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Best Lenses under MX$20,000 for macro

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Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS Full-Frame Macro

86.7 Macro Score
90mm f/2.8 Sony E-Mount IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its 90mm focal length and bright f/2.8 aperture, combined with 1:1 magnification and Optical SteadyShot, make it a dedicated macro tool. The lens is built with advanced spherical and Super ED glass elements for exceptional corner-to-corner sharpness and minimal flare, housed in a dust and moisture-resistant body. This lens is best for photographers specializing in handheld, close-up nature and product photography where precise, quiet autofocus is critical.

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Sony G E 15mm f/1.4

78.3 Macro Score
15mm f/1.4 Sony E
Why we recommend this

Its f/1.4 maximum aperture and 22.5mm full-frame equivalent focal length make it exceptionally fast and wide for an APS-C prime. The lens is remarkably compact at 218g, and its optical design uses Super ED and aspherical elements for high sharpness. This lens is best for street photographers who need a fast, lightweight prime for low-light and environmental shooting.

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Sony 20mm F1.4 Art DG HSM for E

64.3 Macro Score
20mm f/1.4 Sony E, Sony FE
Why we recommend this

Its f/1.4 maximum aperture at a 20mm focal length is a unique combination, offering exceptional light gathering for a wide-angle prime lens. As part of Sigma's Art series, it employs high-grade FLD, SLD, and aspherical glass elements for sharp, corrected image quality. This lens is best for astrophotographers and landscape shooters who require both a wide field of view and very fast aperture performance in low light.

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Best Lenses under MX$30,000 for macro

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Sony G E 16-55mm f/2.8

59.7 Macro Score
16-55mm f/2.8 Sony E (APS-C) Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its constant f/2.8 aperture and advanced aspherical elements deliver outstanding corner-to-corner sharpness and suppress aberrations. The lens is further defined by its XD linear motor, which provides fast, precise, and quiet autofocus for both photos and video. This is an ideal primary zoom for Sony APS-C shooters who prioritize optical performance and a bright aperture for everyday photography and controlled-depth-of-field work.

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Best Lenses under MX$50,000 for macro

No lenses found Under MX$50,000 for this category.

Premium Lenses for macro

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Sony G Master FE 24-70mm f/2.8 II

77.1 Macro Score
24-70mm f/2.8 Sony E Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its f/2.8 aperture and four XD linear motors deliver exceptionally fast and quiet autofocus for a standard zoom lens. It is also 22% lighter and more compact than its predecessor, improving handling without sacrificing full-frame coverage. This lens is best for hybrid shooters and event photographers who need reliable, high-speed performance in a more portable package.

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