Best Lenses under €500 for landscape

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Nikon NIKKOR AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

75.8 Landscape Score
10-20mmf/29Nikon FIS
Why we recommend this

The 10-20mm focal length paired with optical VR and a mere 232g body lets you capture stable ultrawide vistas handheld on APS-C cameras. Its AF-P stepper motor delivers fast, nearly silent autofocus, while the three aspherical elements and Super Integrated Coating control aberrations without extra bulk. Best suited for Nikon DX DSLR users seeking a cost-effective, travel-ready lens for landscapes, architecture, and casual video.

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 20119 24mm

66.6 Landscape Score
24mmf/11Nikon ZWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The bright f/1.7 maximum aperture and 24mm focal length (36mm full-frame equivalent) make this lens a standout for low-light shooting and creating distinct subject separation from backgrounds. Its compact, 136g build combined with weather sealing offers exceptional portability and durability that belies its affordable positioning. This lens is best for APS-C Z-mount photographers wanting a lightweight, everyday walk-around prime for street scenes and environmental portraits.

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Nikon 2197

31.4 Landscape Score
55-300mm
Why we recommend this

The 55-300mm focal range on a DX body provides a 5.5x super-telephoto reach in a lightweight 580g package, making distant subjects accessible. Its second-generation Vibration Reduction system compensates for up to 4 stops, enabling sharper handheld shots at slower shutter speeds despite the f/4.5-5.6 aperture. This lens is best for DX-format Nikon DSLR users seeking an affordable, portable telephoto zoom for daylight sports, wildlife, or travel.

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Best Lenses under €900 for landscape

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S

93.1 Landscape Score
24-120mmf/22Nikon ZISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture across its 24-120mm range, combined with an advanced optical design featuring ED and aspherical elements, delivers consistent sharpness and clarity for a 5x zoom. Its relatively compact 630g build includes weather sealing and a programmable control ring, offering durable, customizable handling that belies its versatile reach. This lens is best for landscape and travel photographers needing a single, high-quality walkaround solution without sacrificing weather resistance.

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Nikon NIKKOR 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED

56.5 Landscape Score
12-24mmf/4Nikon F
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture across the 12-24mm zoom range, combined with three aspherical and two ED glass elements, delivers consistent exposure and well-controlled distortion for an ultra-wide DX lens. Its Silent Wave Motor provides fast, quiet autofocus with full-time manual override, and the 465g build keeps it portable for a constant-aperture zoom. This lens is best for Nikon DX-format DSLR users shooting landscapes and architecture who need a reliable, rectilinear ultra-wide perspective without the bulk of f/2.8 glass.

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Best Lenses under €1,500 for landscape

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S 20mm

64.8 Landscape Score
20mmf/16Nikon ZWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its 14-element optical design with three ED and three aspherical elements delivers sharp, high-contrast images with minimal flare, thanks to Nano Crystal Coatings. The weather-sealed, 505g build combines a bright f/1.8 aperture with a programmable control ring for precise handling in challenging conditions. This lens is best for landscape and architecture photographers using Nikon Z cameras who need a compact, durable ultra-wide prime with strong edge-to-edge clarity.

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Nikon Micro-NIKKOR 2177 60mm

55 Landscape Score
60mmf/2.8Nikon FIS
Why we recommend this

Delivering true 1:1 reproduction with edge-to-edge sharpness, its optical formula includes one ED and two aspherical elements alongside Nano Crystal Coat to suppress flare and chromatic aberration. The internal focusing design and silent wave motor provide fast, quiet autofocus without a rotating front element, making filter use straightforward. This lens is best for Nikon DSLR shooters who need a precise, lightweight macro lens for detailed close-up work and copy stand reproduction.

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Best Lenses under €2,500 for landscape

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Nikon 20069

55.5 Landscape Score
28mmf/16Nikon FWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The f/1.4 maximum aperture combined with three aspherical and two ED elements delivers exceptional sharpness and contrast even wide open, with Nano Crystal Coatings effectively suppressing flare. Its weather-sealed, 645g build houses a fast Silent Wave Motor for reliable autofocus, making it a durable tool for demanding environments. This lens is best for professional event and wedding photographers who need a bright, wide-angle prime with robust build quality for low-light, full-frame F-mount work.

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Premium Lenses for landscape

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Nikon NIKKOR AF-S 500mm F/5.6E PF ED VR 500mm

62.1 Landscape Score
500mmf/5.6Nikon FISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A Phase Fresnel element and magnesium alloy build shrink this 500mm prime to just 3.2 lbs, enabling handheld shooting with 4-stop Vibration Reduction. Its Nano Crystal Coat and three ED elements deliver high contrast and sharpness across the frame, even wide open at f/5.6. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers who need a lightweight, full-frame super-telephoto for extended field use.

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