Best Lenses under €500 for macro

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Canon Altura Photo 49MM 0.43x HD Wide Angle

87.3 Macro Score
Screw-on lens fits camera lenses with a 49mm front filter thread IS
Why we recommend this

Screwing onto 49mm filter threads, this converter adds a 0.43x wide-angle field of view and a detachable macro lens that scores 81.1 for close-ups, using multicoated glass for clarity. Broad compatibility across Canon EF-M, Sony E, and Fujifilm X lenses makes it a versatile, single add-on for multiple systems. It’s best for macro hobbyists and vloggers seeking an affordable way to capture detailed close-ups and wider perspectives without buying dedicated glass.

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Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II 18-55mm

64.8 Macro Score
18-55mm f/3.5 Canon EF-S IS
Why we recommend this

Its 4-stop optical stabilization and 204g weight make this an exceptionally portable kit lens for Canon APS-C DSLRs. The lens provides a practical 18–55mm focal range with a close 250mm minimum focus distance, delivering sharp, stabilized images at a budget-friendly price point. It's best for beginner photographers seeking a compact, all-purpose zoom for travel and everyday shooting.

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Canon RF RF 16mm f/2.8 STM 16mm

50.6 Macro Score
16mm 22 Canon RF Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Weighing just 181g with an f/2.8 aperture and weather sealing, this ultra-wide prime pairs a bright optical design with a customizable control ring. Its 0.26x magnification and 130mm minimum focus distance add creative close-up versatility rare for a 16mm lens. This is best for street and travel photographers who need a rectilinear, full-frame wide-angle that won’t weigh down a small kit.

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Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM 85mm

43.9 Macro Score
85mm 22 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

Its bright f/1.8 aperture and ring-type USM motor deliver fast, quiet autofocus and excellent subject isolation for portraits. Weighing just 425 grams, it’s a highly portable prime that also features Super Spectra coating to minimize flare and ghosting. This lens is best for portrait photographers on a budget seeking flattering compression and shallow depth of field without the bulk of larger f/1.4 options.

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Best Lenses under €900 for macro

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Canon RF RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM 15-30mm

81.3 Macro Score
15-30mm 32 Canon RF IS
Why we recommend this

Combining a 390g weight with 5-stop optical stabilization and STM autofocus, the 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 offers a uniquely portable full-frame ultra-wide zoom. It also delivers 1:2 macro magnification at a 130mm minimum focus distance, unusual in its class. Best for vloggers and real estate photographers needing a lightweight lens that excels at both wide-angle scenes and detailed close-ups.

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Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM 22mm

49.1 Macro Score
10-22mm 22-27 Canon EF-S
Why we recommend this

With an ultra-wide 10-22mm zoom (16-35mm equivalent) and a fast, quiet ring-type USM autofocus, this lens weighs just 385g, making it ideal for travel. Its 3 aspherical elements and 1 Super-UD element deliver sharp, detailed images across the frame, though the f/3.5-4.5 aperture limits low-light performance. Best for landscape and travel photographers seeking a compact, high-optics wide-angle zoom for Canon APS-C bodies.

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Best Lenses under €1,500 for macro

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Canon L EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM 100mm

78.1 Macro Score
100mm 32 Canon EF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The L-series build with weather sealing and a 4-stop Hybrid IS system makes this the first stabilized 1:1 macro lens in Canon’s lineup, delivering sharp handheld close-ups without a tripod. Its 100mm focal length and f/2.8 aperture also produce flattering portrait compression with smooth bokeh, effectively serving as a dual-purpose lens. This lens is best for macro photographers and portrait shooters using Canon EF-mount DSLRs who need stabilized, life-size magnification in a single rugged optic.

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Canon RF RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM 24-240mm

54.8 Macro Score
24-240mm 22-36 Canon RF IS
Why we recommend this

A 24-240mm 10x zoom with 5-stop stabilization and Nano USM autofocus delivers full-frame versatility in a travel-ready 750g package. Smooth, quiet AF handles both photo sequences and professional-looking video focus pulls, while the lockable zoom ring adds handling security across the range. This lens is best for travel photographers and hybrid EOS R shooters who need a single lightweight optic for wide landscapes, portraits, and distant action.

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Best Lenses under €2,500 for macro

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Canon L 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM 24-70mm

70.3 Macro Score
24-70mm 22 Canon EF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/2.8 aperture, USM autofocus, and 5-stop image stabilization make this a reliable zoom for varied lighting, with weather sealing adding durability. Its versatile 24-70mm range earns top marks for landscape (99.6/100) and travel (97.1/100), while the bundle includes practical extras like a filter kit and backpack. Best for landscape and travel photographers who need a rugged, all-purpose standard zoom for full-frame Canon bodies.

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