Best telephoto lens on Reddit

137 reviews from r/Nikon, r/canon, r/SonyAlpha and 12 more subreddits

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Nikon

4.2

(34)

"It's very popular for a reason."

"The 400 + 1.4 on a z8 would be very comfortable as a walk-around bird combo."

"I use a z8 / 400 4.5 for sports and I love it. The combo is so lightweight and mobile."

"The 500mm PF is an amazing lens that works great with the FTZ."

"The Z8 / 400 f4.5 is a superb combination, lighter than the 70-200, and performs excellently with the 1.4 TC."

"The Z6 II is undeniably way better than the D3200."

"The 500pf lens is much better than the 200-500, with faster focusing and great performance on Z mount."

"The 500pf is an incredible lens, and if you can afford it there's basically no reason to consider the 200-500."

"At 800mm you start to run into the problem of occasionally having too much zoom for large animals, but it's probably the best lens for birding that has ever existed."

"The PF lens is sharper for cropping with the D850, providing better color and AF performance."

Canon

4.4

(32)

"There is no lens that’s as good or better as the 55-250 STM—or even that comes close—and costs less."

"Check out a used Canon 70-200 f4 IS on ebay."

"I'll vouch for the EF 70-200mm F/4L IS USM, first generation being a fantastic lens."

"RF 100-400."

"RF 1200 f/8 IS USM."

"The RF100-400 lens is outstanding for wildlife photography."

"This lens is perfect for capturing distant subjects with clarity and detail."

"Rf 100-400."

"The 70-200mm f/2.8 is comparably heavy but essential for certain scenarios."

"Get the RF 100-400."

Tamron

4.1

(23)

"I got a Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 for $659."

"Here are some good options (if bought used): Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD"

"It's an excellent lens. I use mine when I don't want to haul around my 800. And you can't beat Tamron's 6 year warranty."

"It's a compact zoom that is easy to carry around."

"I think it’s the best lens before stepping up to a 70-200 f2.8."

"Tamron or Sigma 100-400 with their respective 1.4x extender."

"The Tamron 150-500 is a good lens for cheaper as well that could be a good intro lens for less financial commitment and is smaller than the 180-600."

"As a press photographer I would recommend something like a 18-250 lens."

"I'm leaning towards Tamron 50-300mm as it seems to tick most boxes."

"If you don’t care about the option of a teleconverter and want to save some $ and weight/a little size, then the Tamron 50-400 is also an option."

Sigma

4.2

(13)

"Autofocus : sigma 100-400 / canon ef 400mm f5.6 with viltrox EF-L"

"Here are some good options (if bought used): Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM"

"If you're lucky you can find the sigma 150-600mm 'C' for that price."

"You can get a Sigma or Tamron EF 150-600mm."

"Tamron or Sigma 100-400 with their respective 1.4x extender."

"A bit more than that, sigma 150-600, tho you will only get that used for that range."

"The Sigma 100-400 is also an option if you want to save some $ and weight."

"Try the sigma ef-m 56mm."

"The Sigma 100-400 is compact and lightweight, making it easy to handle."

"And sometimes the Sigma EF 100-400 DG OC HSM Contemporary lens as well."

Panasonic

4.4

(8)

"What about the panny 14-140? This is the perfect combo with my GX85."

"The 14-140mm lens is versatile and performs well in various conditions, including low light."

"I love my 14-140mm, but if you already have the 12-60, add the 100-300. There's very little those 2 can't do for you."

"Is super sharp with great colors when used between f/5.6 - f/8."

"Both the 40-150R and the PL 100-400 would fit your description."

"It's a great lens for the price."

"The 100-300mm lens is excellent for wildlife photography, but not ideal for indoor use."

"I'd go with the 100-300mm."

Olympus

4.0

(5)

"Both the 40-150R and the PL 100-400 would fit your description."

"Is far better than it should be."

"The first one will allow for a better FL coverage and has an impressive quality/price value."

"Being able to select focal length is not only useful but very fun."

"Is good."

Sony

4.5

(4)

"Personally I’ll go for Sony always"

"The Sony 200-600 is compact, has great weather sealing, and offers a smooth zoom experience."

"I rented the Sony 24-100 f/4 for Denali last spring from Lensrentals and it was great."

"The big selling point of the Sony is ergonomics, and it’s not even a minor point here."

Nikon 200-500mm

4.3

(3)

"Just got mine on Dec 29. You will be so happy with it."

"My suggestion is to get a second-hand long tele with zoom, either the Nikon 200-500 or one of the third party 150-600s."

"Only reason to consider the 200-500: the zoom makes it easier to find a bird."

N/A

4.3

(3)

"If price is not a concern and you know you would enjoy it, get the 600mm."

"The 400mm would be much more portable, though."

"150 to 600 or 500mm"

#10

Canon 100-400mm

4.5

3.0

(1)

"Moment has a tele lens that isn't terrible but you'll need a case."

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