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Best Lenses under £800 for street photography

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Tamron SP AFA005S-700 70-300mm

36.4 Street Score
70-300mmf/32Canon EFIS
Why we recommend this

Setting itself apart with best-in-class optical performance, the telephoto zoom uses XLD glass for high resolution and a fast, silent USD autofocus motor paired with Vibration Compensation. Its dual-format Di design provides full compatibility with both full-frame and APS-C Sony DSLRs, and at just 765 grams it’s light enough for all-day handheld shooting. Best for budget-minded Sony A-mount photographers needing a versatile, lightweight telephoto for travel and amateur sports in good lighting conditions.

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Best Lenses under £2,000 for street photography

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Tamron SP A001-N 70-200mm

70.4 Street Score
70-200mmf/2.8Canon EFISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/2.8 aperture and redesigned optics with XLD/LD glass deliver sharp, high-contrast images with controlled flare, while the 3-mode VC system offers a 5-stop stabilization advantage for low-light work. Customizable firmware via the optional TAMRON TAP-in Console and a closer 0.95m minimum focus distance add flexibility not typically found at this price point, where it costs far less than Canon's first-party equivalent. This lens is a practical choice for enthusiast and budget-conscious portrait photographers who need reliable stabilization and solid center-frame sharpness without the premium brand markup.

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