Best Lenses under CA$700 for macro

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Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm

85.1 Macro Score
15mm f/1.4 Sony E Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The 15mm f/1.4 prime pairs its bright aperture with a 13-element optical design in a compact 221g body, providing a 22.5mm full-frame equivalent field of view. A stepping motor AF system delivers quiet, precise focus for video, complemented by a manual aperture ring for direct exposure control. This lens suits street and portrait shooters who need a low-light-capable ultra-wide perspective without the weight of bulkier options.

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Price CA$700
Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm lens

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Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM 28mm

75.1 Macro Score
28mm 16 Nikon F Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Combining an f/1.4 maximum aperture with 17 elements—including 3 aspherical and 5 ED glass—the lens delivers sharp, edge-to-edge clarity and strong contrast. Its weather-sealed barrel and HSM autofocus provide reliable, quiet performance in dusty or damp environments. It's best for landscape and street photographers who routinely shoot wide-open in low light and need a rugged, fast 28mm prime.

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Sigma Art 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM 28mm lens
Price CA$160

Sigma 8mm f/3.5 EX DG Circular Fisheye 8mm

62 Macro Score
8mm f/3.5 Canon EF, Canon RF
Why we recommend this

Its defining characteristic is the full 180-degree circular image it projects onto full-frame sensors, creating a distinctive, frame-filling fisheye effect. The use of SLD glass and a Super Multi-Layer coating ensures strong correction of chromatic aberration and effective flare suppression for clean image quality. This lens is best for experimental photographers and astrophotographers seeking a dedicated circular fisheye perspective, not a standard rectilinear wide-angle.

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Sigma EX DG 8mm f/3.5 EX DG Circular Fisheye 8mm

55.2 Macro Score
8mm 22 Nikon F
Why we recommend this

Its 8mm focal length captures a full 180-degree circular image on full-frame sensors, with an f/3.5 aperture and one ED element maintaining sharpness across an 11-element, 6-group optical design. Close focusing to 5.3 inches yields a 1:4.6 magnification for dramatic near-subject distortion, while the rear gelatin filter holder and Super Multi-Layer coating enhance creative control and contrast. It’s best for photographers seeking extreme barrel distortion and exaggerated perspectives for creative compositions, as its low 24.6 portrait score confirms it’s ill-suited for conventional subjects.

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Sigma DN 35S963 60mm

49.8 Macro Score
60mm f/2.8 Micro Four Thirds
Why we recommend this

The 60mm f/2.8 prime delivers a 120mm-equivalent telephoto reach on Micro Four Thirds with a bright constant aperture and a 50cm close-focusing distance, all in a 190g body. Its silent linear AF motor and choice of silver or black finish suit discreet shooting and style, while the Art-series optics maintain sharpness edge to edge. Best for street photographers who want a lightweight, unobtrusive lens for tight candid portraits and detail shots.

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Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for macro

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Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 16-300mm

96.9 Macro Score
16-300mm f/3.5 Sony E IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 zoom and 1:2 maximum magnification combine with 6-stop stabilization and HLA autofocus for an all-in-one solution covering wide-angle to telephoto close-ups. At just 227g with weather-sealing, it stays portable for a superzoom. Travel and landscape photographers seeking a single do-it-all lens will appreciate its range, though dedicated wildlife action shooters will note its limitations.

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Price CA$960
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS 16-300mm lens

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Sigma Art 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro 70mm

80.2 Macro Score
70mm f/2.8 Leica L
Why we recommend this

With 1:1 magnification and three SLD elements, this 70mm f/2.8 prime sharply corrects aberrations while acting as a 105mm equivalent on APS-C cameras. Its floating focus system maintains optical performance from infinity to macro, and the super multi-layer coating plus focus limiter switch improve flare resistance and AF speed. Best for Canon EF shooters seeking an affordable, lightweight macro optic for close-up and portrait work.

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Sigma EX DC 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC 10-20mm

74.6 Macro Score
10-20mm f/4 Pentax
Why we recommend this

Three special low-dispersion glass elements and two aspherical lenses in the 10-20mm zoom produce sharp ultra-wide images with reduced color fringing and distortion. A multilayer coating minimizes flare, while the 24cm minimum focus distance and light 472g build offer versatile close-up framing. This lens suits Sony/Minolta APS-C DSLR shooters who need an affordable, wide perspective for landscapes and interiors.

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Sigma 18-125mm f/3.8-5.6 AF DC OS HSM 125mm

64.1 Macro Score
18-125mm f/3.8 Canon EF IS
Why we recommend this

Its 6.9x zoom range pairs with 4-stop optical stabilization and a near-silent HSM autofocus motor in a compact 450g body, making it a versatile all-in-one for APS-C Canon DSLRs. Despite its budget-friendly positioning, the lens delivers 1:3.8 maximum magnification for close-ups and uses special low dispersion and aspherical elements to control aberrations throughout the zoom range. Best suited for hobbyist photographers seeking a single, lightweight travel lens for everyday shooting on Canon APS-C bodies.

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Sigma EX DC HSM 4.5mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM 5mm

62.8 Macro Score
4mm f/2.8 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

Its constant f/2.8 aperture paired with a 135mm close focus limit produces an exceptionally bright 180-degree circular image on APS-C sensors. The lens’s equisolid angle projection provides a mathematically quantifiable field of view useful for scientific measurement, while the HSM motor enables silent autofocus with full-time manual override. This specialist optic is best suited for astrophotographers capturing auroras or researchers documenting canopy distribution.

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Sigma DG OS 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro 70-300mm

57.7 Macro Score
70-300mm 22 Canon EF IS
Why we recommend this

A 1:2 macro mode at 300mm combined with three SLD glass elements and a 540g body make this telezoom a versatile, lightweight option for close-up reach. Its built-in motor ensures autofocus on all Nikon DSLRs, while the super multi-layer coating effectively cuts flare. Best for budget-minded Nikon shooters who want a single, portable lens to capture distant wildlife and detailed flower shots in daylight.

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Sigma EX DC OS HSM 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM 17-50mm

56.7 Macro Score
17-50mm 22 Nikon F IS
Why we recommend this

A constant f/2.8 aperture and 4-stop optical stabilization anchor this zoom, with FLD glass delivering fluorite-level chromatic aberration correction for sharp, high-contrast images. Its 28cm minimum focus distance and 1:5 magnification enable near-macro versatility, and the EX-series build includes a petal hood and padded case. Best for APS-C Nikon DSLR shooters wanting a fast, stabilized standard zoom for event work and detail-rich portraits.

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Sigma DC 203101 8-16mm

32.1 Macro Score
8-16mm f/4.5 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

An 8-16mm focal range delivers a 121° angle of view on APS-C sensors, with HSM autofocus and three aspherical elements with Super Multi-Layer Coating to minimize ghosting. Weighing just 555 grams, it remains highly portable for an ultra-wide zoom without compromising optical precision. This lens is best for architectural interiors and street shooters who need dramatic, distortion-free perspectives in tight spaces.

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Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for macro

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Sigma Art 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II 24-70mm

83.3 Macro Score
24-70mm 22 Sony E IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

With a constant f/2.8 aperture, 19-element optical design that includes four aspherical and six ED elements, and a 6.7-inch minimum focusing distance for 1:2.7 macro, this 745g zoom delivers exceptional sharpness and close-up versatility. Its HLA autofocus, clickable aperture ring, and weather sealing make it both fast and tactile, while the included Godox flash and memory card bundle add immediate value. Best for portrait and macro photographers who want a lightweight, pro-grade 24-70mm with near-macro capability and consistent low-light performance.

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Price CA$1,600
Sigma Art 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II 24-70mm lens

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Sigma EX DG 15mm f/2.8 EX DG Diagonal Fisheye 15mm

57.5 Macro Score
15mm f/2.8 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

This 15mm f/2.8 diagonal fisheye delivers a 180-degree field of view with full-frame coverage and autofocus, capturing extreme distortion on Nikon F-mount bodies. Its 5.9-inch minimum focus distance and 1:3.8 magnification ratio enable dramatic, exaggerated close-ups that standard wides cannot match. It best suits creative portrait and macro shooters seeking deliberate distortion, but landscape work is strongly hindered by its 22.3/100 score.

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Best Lenses under CA$3,500 for macro

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Sigma Sports 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS 600mm

75.2 Macro Score
150-600mm f/5 L-Mount IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

This 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary lens spans a 4x zoom range with 4-stop optical stabilization, a 25-element optical path featuring 3 ED glass elements and Super Multi-Coating. At 2100g, it’s portable for a super-telephoto, balancing handheld ergonomics with reliable sharpness. Best for budget-minded portrait and landscape photographers needing long reach, though the absence of weather sealing limits its appeal for travel.

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Price CA$2,099
Sigma Sports 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS 600mm lens

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Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 30mm

69.7 Macro Score
35mm 16 Sony E Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The f/1.2 maximum aperture and 11-blade diaphragm create smooth, cinematic bokeh with minimal aberrations, driven by a fast HLA motor for quiet, accurate autofocus. Weather-sealed construction with four aspherical and one ED element maintains sharp edge-to-edge clarity even in demanding conditions. This lens is best for portrait and wedding photographers who depend on dramatic subject isolation and strong low-light performance.

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Sigma Art 35mm f/1.2 DG II 30mm lens
Price CA$2,112

Premium Lenses for macro

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Sigma Art 14mm f/1.4 DG Art 14mm

68.6 Macro Score
14mm 16 L-Mount Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its ultra-wide 14mm field of view and bright f/1.4 aperture, driven by an HLA motor, deliver extremely sharp astrophotography with minimal coma. A dedicated TS-141 tripod socket and full weather sealing provide stable, rugged operation, complemented by an 11-blade diaphragm for refined sunstars. This lens is best for astrophotographers and landscape shooters who demand a fast, ultra-wide prime with robust build quality.

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Sigma Contemporary 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary 150-600mm

56 Macro Score
150-600mm f/5 Canon EF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A 150-600mm zoom range paired with one FLD and three SLD elements delivers sharp, aberration-free images, while the Hyper Sonic Motor enables fast, silent autofocus. Its weather-sealed construction and included tripod collar provide rugged reliability for extended field use, with full-frame coverage ensuring consistent edge-to-edge clarity. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers who need long reach and quick, quiet focusing to capture fast, distant subjects.

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Sigma Sports 300-600mm f/4 DG OS 600mm

54.3 Macro Score
600mm f/4 Sony E IS
Why we recommend this

Offering a constant f/4 aperture across its 300-600mm zoom range, this lens pairs an HLA-driven autofocus motor with 5.5-stop optical stabilization for sharp results at long reach. Its weather-sealed magnesium alloy construction and internal zoom design provide durability and handling in demanding field conditions. Sports and wildlife photographers seeking a single, fast telephoto solution to replace multiple primes will find it most useful.

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Sigma Sports 300-600mm f/4 DG OS 600mm lens
Price CA$8,948

Sigma Cine 28-105mm T3 FF Cine 105mm

48.2 Macro Score
28-105mm T22 Sony E
Why we recommend this

Constant T3 aperture across the 28-105mm zoom range and a 12-blade iris maintain exposure and soft bokeh, while the AF/MF switch brings rare autofocus to a cine lens. The 1300g build and 15.7-inch minimum focus distance offer versatile close-framing without heavy rigging, though it skips weather sealing. Best for indie filmmakers and solo shooters who need a single full-frame zoom with AF for handheld documentary or event work.

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Sigma AF Cine 28-45mm T2 Cine 45mm

41.3 Macro Score
28-45mm T16 L-Mount
Why we recommend this

The constant T2 aperture across its 28-45mm zoom range and integrated autofocus make it a flexible option for full-frame cine cameras. An 11-blade iris renders soft bokeh, and the 11.8-inch minimum focus distance delivers 1.4:1 magnification for close-up detail. It suits narrative and documentary shooters who need quick AF transitions and a compact wide-to-normal zoom without lens changes.

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