Best Lenses under $500 for landscape

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Canon L EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM 24-105mm

93.5 Landscape Score
24-105mm 22 Canon RF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/4 aperture, 5-stop image stabilization, and L-series weather sealing make this RF 24-105mm a robust standard zoom. It also offers rare 1:2 macro magnification and a customizable control ring, expanding creative control beyond typical mid-range zooms. This lens suits enthusiast photographers seeking a single, versatile optic with genuine close-up capability for travel and everyday shooting.

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

75.1 Landscape 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-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM 150mm

74.9 Landscape Score
18-150mm 40 Canon RF IS
Why we recommend this

An 8.3x zoom range covering 18-150mm in a mere 318g body makes this the most versatile and portable all-in-one lens for Canon APS-C RF cameras. Its 4.5-stop stabilization and STM autofocus enable sharp stills and smooth video, while the 0.59x maximum magnification at the telephoto end provides near-macro close-up capability. This lens is best for casual photographers and travelers who want a single, lightweight solution for everything from wide landscapes to distant portraits without swapping glass.

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

71.5 Landscape 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 EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS 18-135mm

70.6 Landscape Score
18-135mm 5.6 Canon EF-S IS
Why we recommend this

Its 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom (29-216mm equivalent) with optical image stabilization and a UD glass element ensures sharp, stable handheld shooting across the range. A 135mm minimum focus distance enables near-macro close-ups (71/100 macro score), a rare versatility for a standard zoom at this price. This lens is best for hobbyist photographers wanting a single, lightweight walkaround optic that covers landscapes, portraits, and detailed close-up work without swapping lenses.

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Canon EF EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS 18-135mm lens
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Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM 15-45mm

47.5 Landscape Score
15-45mm f/3.5 Canon EF-M IS
Why we recommend this

A versatile 15-45mm zoom pairs silent STM autofocus, 3.5-stop image stabilization, and three aspherical elements in a remarkably light 75g body. The included bundle—a 64GB memory card, filter kit, backpack, and flexible tripod—makes it an exceptional value for those building their first camera kit. This lens is best for street and travel photographers who need a discreet, ready-to-shoot setup, with its 78.6/100 street photography score reflecting that strength.

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Canon TS-E 50mm f/2.8L Macro Tilt-Shift 50mm

39.4 Landscape Score
50mm f/50 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

The lens combines ±8.5° tilt and ±12mm shift with a bright f/2.8 aperture for full perspective and depth-of-field control. Its close-focusing macro capability and L-series build quality deliver sharp, distortion-free images for tabletop and interior work. This tilt-shift is best for product photographers and architectural shooters who require precise focal plane manipulation and composition adjustments from a standard 50mm field of view.

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Canon TS-E 50mm f/2.8L Macro Tilt-Shift 50mm lens
Price $219

Canon 2-in-1 Wide Angle & Macro Lens LS-24 18-75mm

39.3 Landscape Score
18-75mm 2.8 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

Converting the Canon G7X Mark III's 24mm lens to an 18mm wide-angle and a 10x macro, it features multi-layer nano-coated optical glass and a CNC-machined aluminum barrel. The spring-loaded extension tube and light 308g design keep it portable and precise, while its low price positions it as a budget accessory. It's best for casual G7X Mark III owners wanting occasional wide-angle or close-up shots, though serious macro work is limited by a 22.9/100 macro score.

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Canon Telephoto 420-800mm

35.7 Landscape Score
420-800mm 16 Canon EF IS
Why we recommend this

Its 420-800mm zoom range and full metal construction deliver extreme telephoto reach for budget shooters, with manual focus only and an f/8.3-16 aperture. Built-in optical stabilization and multi-coated low-dispersion glass help reduce shake and aberrations on long-distance subjects. This lens is ideal for hobbyist wildlife and moon photographers comfortable with manual focus and looking to spend very little.

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Canon APSARA LUMIERE 24mm T1.4 24mm

33.2 Landscape Score
24mm 16 Canon RF
Why we recommend this

The f/1.4 aperture and 11-blade diaphragm deliver low-light prowess and creamy bokeh, with VCM and Nano USM motors ensuring fast, quiet AF for video. Weather sealing, a manual iris ring, and a lightweight 515g body add practical, durable handling. It's best for hybrid shooters covering weddings or documentaries who need a silent, wide-angle prime.

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Canon Professional Lens Series AP-8MC 8mm

32.3 Landscape Score
8mm f/3.0 Canon EF IS
Why we recommend this

The 8mm f/3.0 fisheye prime captures a 180° field of view with manual focus, a hybrid aspherical element, multi-layer coating, and built-in stabilization in a 517g metal body. Its included removable hood expands creative framing, while the custom case and broad EF-mount APS-C DSLR compatibility deliver value for niche ultrawide work. This lens is best for experimental stills shooters and videographers on Canon APS-C bodies who want dramatic, distortion-heavy perspectives without autofocus.

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Best Lenses under $1,000 for landscape

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Canon EF EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM 16-35mm

87.5 Landscape Score
16-35mm 22 Canon EF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture and 4-stop Optical Image Stabilizer deliver sharp, consistent results across the 16-35mm focal range. Weather-sealed construction with fluorine coatings and a lightweight 21.7oz body make it rugged yet portable for on-the-go shooting. It's best for landscape and wildlife photographers who value a weather-resistant wide-angle zoom with fast, quiet autofocus.

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Canon EF-M 55-200mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM 55-200mm

66.5 Landscape Score
55-200mm f/4.5 Canon EF-M IS
Why we recommend this

Weighing only 85g, this Canon EF-M telephoto covers an 88–320mm equivalent range with 3.5-stop stabilization and near-silent STM autofocus. It ships as a versatile bundle including a 64GB card, filter kit, and flexible tripod, adding immediate out-of-box value. Ideal for street and travel photographers who need an ultra-light, affordable zoom for EOS M mirrorless bodies.

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Canon L-series RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM 35mm

66.2 Landscape Score
35mm 16 Canon RF Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The Canon RF 35mm f/1.4 L VCM combines an ultra-fast f/1.4 aperture with a dual focus system (Nano USM + VCM) and 7-stop stabilization, delivering silent, near-breathing-free autofocus. Its hybrid design features a manual iris ring, dual filter options (67mm front + rear gel slot), and weather sealing. Best suited for videographers and still photographers who need a fast, quiet wide-angle prime for mixed shooting environments.

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Canon Venus Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift CF 12-24mm

46.6 Landscape Score
12-24mm f/5.6 IS
Why we recommend this

Offering the world’s first wide-angle zoom shift design, it pairs a 12-24mm range with +/-7mm shift and a constant f/5.6 aperture in a portable 576g body. Exceptional distortion control and a 15cm minimum focus distance allow sharp, perspective-corrected imagery and creative close-ups without adding bulk. It's best for architectural and interior photographers who need correcting converging lines in tight spaces, and real estate pros leveraging the 102.5-degree field of view.

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Canon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED 12-24mm

43.3 Landscape Score
12-24mm 22 Nikon F
Why we recommend this

The constant f/4 aperture across the 12–24mm zoom range, with three aspherical and two ED elements, ensures sharp ultra-wide shots with well-controlled distortion. Its quiet AF-S motor and a 77mm filter thread add creative flexibility, while the 88g build keeps it exceptionally light for an ultra-wide zoom. Best for street photographers on Nikon DX bodies who need a portable perspective that excels at wide-angle scenes, though it performs poorly for macro work.

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Canon Beetle Blazar 32mm

34 Landscape Score
32-65mm T3.2 Canon RF
Why we recommend this

This three-lens set pairs a 1.33x anamorphic squeeze with constant T3.2 aperture across 32mm, 45mm, and 65mm focal lengths, covering full-frame Canon RF sensors in a lightweight 286g body. The lenses produce classic silver flares and oval bokeh, and a dedicated button rotates the mount 90° for instant vertical capture, while 0.8 mod gearing with 200° focus rotation ensures precise manual pulls. Indie filmmakers and social content creators who need a compact anamorphic kit for gimbal-mounted shoots and vertical-first platforms.

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Best Lenses under $1,500 for landscape

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Canon RF RF14-35mm F4L IS USM 14-35mm

90.6 Landscape Score
14-35mm 22 Canon RF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Canon's RF 14-35mm f/4L IS USM delivers 5.5-stop stabilization, constant f/4, and an advanced optical design with three aspherical and three ED elements. It starts at 14mm—wider than most ultra-wide zooms—and focuses as close as 201mm with 0.38x magnification, making it a versatile tool for creative perspectives. Best for video shooters needing stabilized ultra-wide coverage and street photographers who prioritize wide-angle flexibility and close-focus capability.

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Canon L-series EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM 16-35mm

74.5 Landscape Score
16-35mm 22 Canon EF Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its constant f/2.8 aperture and 16-element optical design with three aspherical and two ED elements deliver sharp, well-corrected wide-angle images. The weather-sealed L-series build and USM autofocus pair with a bundled 82mm filter kit for ready-to-go outdoor shooting. This lens is best for portrait and professional photographers needing a versatile bright zoom for low-light events and expansive landscapes.

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Canon RF-S RF-S 3.9mm f/3.5 STM Dual Fisheye 4mm

40.5 Landscape Score
4mm 16 Canon RF
Why we recommend this

The dual-fisheye design captures stereoscopic 3D 180° VR video with a 144° field of view, optimized for the EOS R7’s APS-C sensor via a 3.9mm focal length and STM autofocus. Bundled with a Pro Sling Backpack, its 72g weight and robust optical design make field shoots effortless. Ideal for VR content creators and wedding videographers needing immersive, Quest 2-compatible 3D footage without complex rigs.

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Canon Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5x Macro 35mm

36.1 Landscape Score
35mm 22 Canon RF Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The f/1.4 aperture and 0.5x magnification deliver shallow portraits and detailed macro in a 35mm prime. USM autofocus with stabilization and weather-sealed, 1350g construction ensure sharp, durable performance. This lens suits portrait photographers and macro shooters seeking bright, flexible close-up capability.

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Canon Vespid Prime DZOFILM Vespid Prime 12mm T2.8 Cine 12mm

33.6 Landscape Score
12mm PL, Canon EF IS
Why we recommend this

Its APO design with 15 elements in 10 groups delivers sharp, full-frame coverage with minimal chromatic aberration at a fast T2.8 aperture. The robust aluminum alloy build remains lightweight at 725g, while the 270° focus rotation and 8-inch close focus distance provide precise, tactile control for ultra-wide shots. This lens is best for cinematographers needing a durable, wide-angle prime for expansive establishing shots and tight-space interiors on PL or EF mount systems.

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Canon Milvus Zeiss 18mm f/2.8 Milvus ZE 18mm

28.4 Landscape Score
18mm 22 Canon EF
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Best Lenses under $2,500 for landscape

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Canon RF RF 15-35mm f/2.8L IS USM 15-35mm

86.1 Landscape Score
15-35mm 22 Canon RF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A constant f/2.8 aperture across the 15-35mm zoom range pairs with 5-stop optical stabilization and weather sealing for reliable handheld shooting in low light. The Air-Sphere coating effectively reduces flare, while Nano USM delivers fast, near-silent autofocus suitable for both stills and video. Best for landscape and documentary photographers who need a durable, fast wide-angle zoom for varied lighting conditions.

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Canon EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM 28-300mm

85.4 Landscape Score
28-300mm 40 Canon EF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its 28-300mm focal length covers wide-angle to telephoto on full-frame Canon DSLRs, supported by ring-type USM autofocus and image stabilization for handheld versatility. The L-series construction adds weather sealing and Super Spectra coatings, paired with two aspherical and three UD elements for consistent optical clarity across the zoom range. This lens best suits travel and outdoor photographers who prioritize a single, durable all-in-one solution over a wide maximum aperture.

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Canon L RF 10-20mm f/4 L IS STM 20mm

82.6 Landscape Score
10-20mm 22 Canon RF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A rectilinear 10mm ultra-wide focal length, constant f/4 aperture, and 5-stop image stabilization define this lens for capturing sharp, expansive scenes. Weighing only 570g, its weather-sealed construction and smooth STM autofocus make it equally capable for handheld outdoor video and stills. Best for landscape photographers and videographers who need extreme perspectives for architecture and environmental footage.

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Canon TS-E TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II 24mm

55.8 Landscape Score
24mm 22 Canon EF Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The +/-8.5° tilt and +/-12mm shift with four UD elements and one aspherical element correct perspective and chromatic aberration for sharp 24mm images. Its 1:2 maximum magnification and SWC coating provide close-up capability and flare resistance rare in a tilt-shift lens. This lens suits architectural and product photographers who need precise perspective control and high-resolution edge-to-edge detail.

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Canon Remus-M Blazar 85mm

35.9 Landscape Score
33-85mm T2.8 Sony E
Why we recommend this

Its 1.5x anamorphic squeeze across 33mm, 50mm, and 85mm full-frame lenses with T1.8, T2.0, and T2.8 apertures and a 16-blade iris delivers a classic widescreen look with silver flares and oval bokeh. The set includes Canon RF-mount adapters for dual-system use, and each lens weighs just 107g, making it easy to balance on gimbals. Best for indie filmmakers and music video creators shooting on Sony E or Canon RF mounts who need a complete anamorphic prime kit for narrative, portrait, and street videography.

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Premium Lenses for landscape

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Canon RF RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z 24-105mm

79.4 Landscape Score
24-105mm 22 Canon RF IS Weather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Combining a constant f/2.8 aperture, 5.5-stop stabilization, and Dual Nano USM autofocus across a 24-105mm zoom, this weather-sealed L-series lens stands out for low-light event capture. Its internal zoom mechanism and four configurable control rings cater directly to video shooters, while the 11-blade diaphragm delivers smooth bokeh. It’s best for hybrid photographers and videographers covering weddings or documentaries who demand versatile, single-lens performance with robust build quality.

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Canon APO Mini Prime Du 21mm

28.9 Landscape Score
21-110mm T22 Canon EF
Why we recommend this

The Dulens APO Mini Prime set spans 21-110mm with T2.4-T2.6 apertures, full-frame coverage, and apochromatic correction for low chromatic aberration. All six lenses share an 80mm front diameter, 72mm filter thread, and 0.8 MOD gears, plus coatings that produce a smooth vintage look. Ideal for indie filmmakers on a budget who need a consistent, characterful prime set for Canon EF-mount cameras.

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Canon HEKTOR HEKTOR T2.1 3-Lens Set 25mm

19.5 Landscape Score
25-73mm T22 Interchangeable Mount with Included Sony E
Why we recommend this

This 3-lens set delivers a distinct, subject-centric look via a gentle Petzval effect with colorful flares and subtle edge falloff, paired with a constant T2.1 aperture across 25, 50, and 73mm focal lengths. Interchangeable Sony E and Canon RF mounts provide flexible full-frame coverage, while matched 0.8 MOD gears and a 120° focus rotation streamline rig swaps. This set is best for narrative cinematographers seeking stylized, vintage-inspired character rather than clinical sharpness.

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Canon Leitz Cine HEKTOR 73mm T2.1 73mm

16.1 Landscape Score
73mm Interchangeable Mount with Included Sony E
Why we recommend this

A gentle Petzval effect with colorful indirect flares and subtle focus falloff defines this 73mm T2.1 full-frame lens, offering a classic, character-driven look. Its lightweight 726g design includes interchangeable Sony E and Canon RF mounts, plus consistent 0.8 MOD gears and a long 120° focus rotation for precise manual control. This lens is best for portrait and narrative cinematographers seeking expressive, vintage rendering with warm natural tones.

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