Best Lenses under CA$700 for street photography

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Sigma Contemporary 15mm f/1.4 DC 15mm

95.2 Street Score
15mmf/1.4Sony EWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Combining an ultra-wide 15mm field of view with a bright f/1.4 aperture in a mere 220g body, this lens stands out for its portability and low-light capability. Its optical design, featuring FLD and SLD elements, delivers sharp results, while the weather-sealed build and stepping motor ensure reliable, quiet autofocus. This lens is best for street and travel photographers who need a fast, lightweight prime for expansive scenes without a heavy kit.

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Sigma Art 35S963 60mm

81.6 Street Score
60mmf/2.8Micro Four Thirds
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The 60mm f/2.8 prime lens, with a 120mm equivalent field of view on Micro Four Thirds, delivers sharp portraits with a 50cm minimum focus distance and 1:7.2 magnification. Its 190g weight and linear motor make it a compact, quiet option for street and video work, available in silver or black. Best for Micro Four Thirds shooters who want a lightweight, fast-aperture prime for street photography and portraits.

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Sigma DC 883101 18mm

66.3 Street Score
18-250mmf/3.5Nikon FIS
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An expansive 13.9x zoom range (27–375mm equivalent on APS‑C) with 4‑stop stabilization and a lightweight 454g body defines this all-in-one superzoom. A 1:2.9 macro capability allowing focus as close as 35cm adds close‑up versatility, while the Super Multi‑Layer Coating reduces flare for consistent contrast. This lens is ideal for travelers and hobbyists on Canon, Nikon, or Sony APS‑C DSLRs who need a single, portable optic covering everything from wide landscapes to distant details with occasional macro.

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Sigma TC-1401

62.4 Street Score
Nikon FISWeather Sealed
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Extending the reach of compatible Sigma telephoto lenses by 1.4x without sacrificing autofocus capability, this converter maintains full electronic communication between the lens and Nikon F-mount body. Its compact design preserves handling balance while adding versatility to your existing kit. This accessory is best for portrait and wildlife photographers needing extra focal length without investing in a dedicated super-telephoto prime lens.

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Sigma 879956

56.7 Street Score
1400mmSigma SAWeather Sealed
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The 1.4x teleconverter extends autofocus capability up to f/8 with compatible cameras, making it a practical tool for telephoto shooters. Its dust and splash-proof construction adds durability for outdoor use, while the compact 9.9 cm package keeps it easy to carry. Best for photographers using Sigma SA-mount lenses who need extra reach without losing autofocus in challenging conditions.

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Sigma Aspherical IF Macro 709-205 28-135mm

50.7 Street Score
28-135mmf/3.8Konica Minolta
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The 28-135mm zoom range with f/3.8-5.6 aperture and a 135mm minimum focus distance delivers a 2.4x macro capability, making it a flexible all-in-one for close-up work. Its 410g weight and APS-C coverage for Konica Minolta mounts offer a lightweight, budget-friendly option without stabilization or weather sealing. Best for portrait and macro shooters on a budget who want a single lens for everyday use.

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Sigma B00005RKST

50 Street Score
28mmf/1.8Nikon F
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The 28mm f/1.8 aperture with a 1:2.9 macro reproduction ratio and 200mm minimum focus distance sets this Sigma apart for close-up wide-angle shots. Its 9-blade diaphragm and dual-focus mechanism deliver smooth bokeh and stable manual control, while the internal focus system keeps the front element still for polarizers. Best for Nikon F shooters who want a fast, wide prime for portraits and occasional macro work, though its 500g weight and lack of stabilization limit travel use.

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Sigma MC-11 89E965

44.2 Street Score
Canon EF a Sony E (EOS-SE)IS
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This Sigma MC-11 mount converter enables full electronic control, including autofocus and aperture selection, when adapting Canon EF or Sigma SA lenses to Sony FE bodies. It uniquely supports both in-lens optical stabilization and in-body camera shake reduction, bridging two major lens ecosystems. This adapter is best for portrait photographers with existing Canon glass who are transitioning to Sony mirrorless systems.

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Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for street photography

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Sigma Contemporary 12mm f/1.4 DC

96.4 Street Score
12mmf/1.4Canon RFWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Combining an ultra-bright f/1.4 aperture with a compact 225g build, this 12mm prime delivers a 19.2mm full-frame equivalent view ideal for low-light landscapes and vlogging. Its stepping motor provides fast, quiet autofocus with minimal focus breathing, while the dust- and splash-resistant construction ensures reliability outdoors. This lens is best for street photographers and vloggers needing a lightweight, weather-sealed wide-angle with strong subject separation.

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Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC

79.5 Street Score
17-40mmf/1.8Fujifilm XWeather Sealed
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A constant F1.8 aperture across the 17-40mm zoom range delivers consistent brightness and depth-of-field control unmatched by typical kit lenses. Its Art-series optical design ensures crisp image quality for both stills and cinematic video on Canon RF APS-C bodies. This lens is best for portrait and event photographers who need a fast, versatile wide-to-standard zoom in a compact 562g package.

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

66 Street Score
10-20mmf/4Sony A
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An ultrawide 10-20mm zoom with a constant f/4-5.6 aperture, it uses three aspherical and three SLD elements to fight distortion and color fringing, driven by a fast, quiet HSM autofocus motor with full-time manual override. Its internal focusing keeps the front element fixed, making polarizer use seamless and optical quality consistent at any distance. It suits budget-conscious landscape and architecture photographers who need a sharp, portable wide-angle lens for APS-C DSLRs.

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Sigma EX DC HSM 10-20mm f/3.5

49.6 Street Score
10-20mmf/22Nikon FIS
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A constant f/3.5 aperture across the 10-20mm zoom range provides consistent exposure control, supported by 3 ED and 4 aspherical elements to curb distortion. The HSM autofocus motor delivers quiet, fast focusing, while the built-in stabilization aids handheld shooting in tight interiors. This lens is best for APS-C landscape photographers needing an ultra-wide perspective without the bulk, weighing just 520g.

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Sigma DC 203101 8-16mm

48.7 Street Score
8-16mmf/4.5Canon EF
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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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Sigma 750975

40.4 Street Score
100-400mm
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Combining a 100-400mm reach with a relatively light 1100g build, this lens stands out for full-frame mirrorless portability. Its dust- and splash-proof brass mount and optical design that minimizes flare add rugged, practical reliability. This is best for outdoor enthusiasts and travelers who need handheld telephoto range without the bulk of traditional pro glass.

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Sigma 477-110_AG3_2

39.5 Street Score
10mmSigma
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The 10mm f/2.8 prime delivers a 154° diagonal field of view with a unique rectangular fisheye distortion, plus a 1:3.3 magnification ratio and 135mm minimum focus for close-up shots. Its Super Multi-Layer Coating and built-in lens hood reduce flare, while the HSM motor provides fast, quiet autofocus with manual override. This bundle, including a 64 GB card and cleaning kit, suits APS-C Sigma shooters who want creative fisheye perspectives for artistic or scientific imaging, not travel photography.

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Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for street photography

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Sigma Art 28-45mm f/1.8 DG DN

54.9 Street Score
28-45mmf/16Sony EWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Delivering a constant f/1.8 aperture across its 28-45mm zoom range, this lens eliminates the need for multiple fast primes in a kit. Its robust, weather-sealed build and de-clickable aperture ring make it equally suited for hybrid video work, while the HLA motor provides fast, quiet autofocus. This lens is best for event photographers and gimbal operators who need prime-level light gathering in a single, flexible zoom.

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Sigma 450965

33 Street Score
14mm
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The f/1.8 aperture at 14mm is the world's first for a prime lens, delivering bright low-light performance and a beautiful bokeh effect with controlled light streaking. Its HSM motor provides fast, near-silent autofocus, while the brass mount and Thermally Stable Composite barrel ensure durability in varied conditions. This lens suits portrait photographers who want an ultra-wide angle with shallow depth of field, though its 1170g weight limits landscape use.

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Best Lenses under CA$3,500 for street photography

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Sigma Art 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN

73 Street Score
28-105mmf/2.8Sony EWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/2.8 aperture across a 28-105mm zoom range paired with an HLA motor delivers fast, precise autofocus and a useful 1:3.1 magnification for close-ups. Its dust- and splash-resistant build, combined with a 12-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh, offers a durable, all-in-one solution that reduces lens swaps during events. This lens is best for portrait and wedding photographers who need a versatile, weather-sealed workhorse with a bright aperture for low light.

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

66.5 Street Score
150-600mmf/5Sony EISWeather Sealed
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A 2100g build with four FLD and two SLD elements delivers high rendering across the 150-600mm range, while the stepping motor AF and 4-stop stabilization ensure sharp results. The dual-action zoom with adjustable torque and weather sealing adds handling flexibility rarely found at this price point. This lens is best for wildlife and motorsports photographers who need L-mount reach without compromising on optical consistency.

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