Best Lenses under €500 for landscape

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR

100 Landscape Score
18-140mm22-40Nikon ZISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A lightweight 315g all-in-one zoom with a 7.8x range (27-210mm equivalent), 5-stop VR, and weather sealing makes this a practical walkaround lens for Nikon Z DX cameras. It earns high scores in landscape (91.6) and budget categories, pairing versatile reach with solid dust/moisture resistance for outdoor use. Best for travel photographers or casual shooters wanting a single lens for landscapes, portraits, and distant subjects without swapping glass.

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Best Lenses under €900 for landscape

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S

69.5 Landscape Score
24-70mmf/22Nikon ZWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture and 500g build make this a compact, weather-sealed standard zoom with a unique aspherical ED element that suppresses chromatic aberrations across the 24-70mm range. Its Nano Crystal Coatings effectively control flare and ghosting, delivering high contrast even in backlit conditions. This lens is best for travel and event photographers who need a lightweight, sharp, and durable full-frame zoom for everyday shooting.

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Nikon NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4 35mm

63.3 Landscape Score
35mmf/1.4Nikon ZWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

Its f/1.4 maximum aperture and Silent Wave Motor enable quick, quiet focusing in dim conditions, while weather sealing and Nano Crystal Coat suppress flare and moisture ingress. At just 113g, this lens disappears in your hand, making it an unobtrusive choice for all-day street sessions and candid portraits without fatigue. Portrait and street photographers who need a fast, weather-resistant 35mm prime with silent operation will find this featherweight build never intrudes on the shot.

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Best Lenses under €1,500 for landscape

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S

83.2 Landscape Score
14-30mmf/22Nikon ZWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture across the 14-30mm zoom range and exceptionally light 119g weight make this an ultra-portable wide-angle option for the Z system. Its retractable design collapses to a compact size for travel, yet delivers sharp S-Line optics without the bulk of an f/2.8 lens. This lens is best for landscape and architecture photographers who prioritize a lightweight kit for long hikes and street shooters needing a discreet wide zoom.

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Best Lenses under €2,500 for landscape

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

72.5 Landscape Score
70-200mmf/22Nikon ZISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The fluorite and ED elements in this 22-element optical design deliver exceptional sharpness and contrast across the frame, while the 4-stop Vibration Reduction ensures handheld clarity at 200mm. Its constant f/2.8 aperture and Nano Crystal Coat provide consistent subject isolation and flare resistance, paired with a robust, weather-sealed build that includes a detachable tripod foot. This lens is best for portrait and event photographers who need reliable autofocus and edge-to-edge sharpness in challenging light.

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