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Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM 200-800mm

41.7 Video/Cinema Score
200-800mmf/9Canon RFIS
Why we recommend this

The 200-800mm focal range on this RF lens delivers extreme telephoto reach without a teleconverter, making distant subjects accessible at a relatively accessible price point. Its built-in optical stabilization helps counteract the slow f/6.3-9 aperture and heavy 3175g weight during handheld use. This lens is best for budget-conscious wildlife and sports shooters who need massive reach and can work in good light.

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Hasselblad

31.5 Video/Cinema Score
35-100mmf/32Hasselblad XCD
Why we recommend this

Combining a bright f/2.8 aperture at the wide end with a 16-element optical design featuring 3 aspherical and 5 ED elements, this lens delivers edge-to-edge sharpness across its 28-76mm equivalent zoom range. Its 894g build is lighter and more compact than its predecessor, while the integrated leaf shutter enables flash sync at all speeds up to 1/4000s. This lens is best for travel and landscape photographers using Hasselblad X-system bodies who need a single, versatile optic without compromising on medium-format image quality.

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