Best Lenses under CA$700 for street photography

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Sigma Contemporary 56mm f/1.4 DC DN 56mm

91 Street Score
56mmf/1.4L-MountWeather Sealed
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The bright f/1.4 aperture and 84mm full-frame equivalent focal length deliver sharp subject isolation and strong low-light performance in a compact, 280g body. Its weather-sealed construction and near-silent stepping motor AF add durability and discreet operation uncommon at this price point. This lens is best for APS-C mirrorless portrait and street photographers who need a lightweight, fast telephoto prime with professional-grade optics.

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Sigma Contemporary 56mm f/1.4 DC DN 56mm lens

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Sigma Art AFG9C0 85mm

38.9 Street Score
85mmf/16L-MountWeather Sealed
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Featuring an f/1.2 maximum aperture and dual HLA-driven autofocus, this 85mm prime lens delivers razor-thin depth of field and fast, silent focusing for L-Mount portraits. Its 14-element optical design maintains sharpness wide open, with a 9-blade diaphragm rendering smooth bokeh. Portrait photographers seeking uncompromising subject isolation will find it ideal, though the 1130g weight limits travel use.

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Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for street photography

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Sigma DG Contemporary 24mm f/3.5 DG 24mm

73.2 Street Score
24mmf/3.5L-MountWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Weighing just 225g with a weather-sealed, all-metal barrel, this lens stands out for its 1:2 maximum magnification and a 108mm minimum focus distance, enabling near-macro capability in a full-frame 24mm prime. Its fast internal focus system and knurled aperture ring deliver a tactile, precise shooting experience that belies its compact size. This lens is best for hikers and travel photographers who need an ultra-light, durable wide-angle that can capture both expansive landscapes and detailed close-ups.

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Price CA$846
Sigma DG Contemporary 24mm f/3.5 DG 24mm lens

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Sigma Art 270101 70mm

64 Street Score
70mmf/2.8L-Mount
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The optical design, featuring two high refractive index SLD elements and a floating focus system, delivers sharp 1:1 macro reproduction with minimal aberrations. Its compact 526g build and 49mm filter thread make it a lightweight, filter-friendly option for precise field work. This lens is best for macro photographers using L-Mount systems who prioritize optical clarity over autofocus speed or weather sealing.

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Sigma Sports 598969 600mm

45.6 Street Score
300-600mmf/22L-MountISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Delivering the reach of a super-telephoto prime with the flexibility of a zoom, this lens maintains a constant f/4 aperture across its entire 300-600mm range, paired with an HLA-driven AF motor and 5.5-stop stabilization. Its weather-sealed magnesium alloy build and internal zoom mechanism ensure robust, balanced handling in demanding field conditions. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers who need uncompromising speed and optical quality without swapping fixed focal lengths.

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Price CA$8,899
Sigma Sports 598969 600mm lens

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Sigma Cine 28-105mm T3 FF Cine 105mm

33.2 Street Score
28-105mmT22L-Mount
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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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