Best Lenses under $500 for landscape

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Sigma Contemporary 16mm f/1.4 DC DN 16mm

64.7 Landscape Score
16mmf/16Sony EWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its bright f/1.4 aperture and 24mm full-frame equivalent field of view excel in low light, while the optical design with two aspherical and five ED elements delivers sharp, high-contrast images. The weather-sealed build and smooth, quiet stepping motor AF make it a durable choice for both stills and video. This lens is best for APS-C Sony shooters needing a fast, wide prime for astrophotography, environmental portraits, and vlogging.

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Sigma Art 35mm f/1.4 DG DN 35mm

63.4 Landscape Score
35mmf/16Sony EWeather Sealed
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The 15-element optical design with SLD, ELD, and FLD glass delivers exceptional sharpness and well-controlled aberrations at f/1.4. Its weather-sealed, 665g build is notably compact for a full-frame prime, complemented by a manual aperture ring with a de-click switch for smooth video iris pulls. This lens is best for portrait and professional photographers who need critical edge-to-edge clarity and reliable autofocus in challenging light.

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Sigma WR-UV-Filter AFK9B0

62.8 Landscape Score
135mmf/1.4Sony EISWeather Sealed
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The f/1.8 aperture and specialized FLD/SLD glass elements deliver exceptional sharpness and subject isolation, making it a standout portrait lens. Its Hyper Sonic Motor provides fast, quiet autofocus, while the durable brass bayonet mount and TSC material ensure long-term reliability. This lens is best for portrait photographers who need uncompromising optical performance and smooth bokeh in a full-frame E-mount system.

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Sigma 668101 17-70mm

38.7 Landscape Score
17-70mmf/2.8Sony EIS
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With a 4-stop Optical Stabilizer and an 8.7-inch close focus across its f/2.8-4 range, this 17-70mm zoom delivers 1:2.7 macro shots and low-light flexibility. The HSM autofocus and viewfinder-visible stabilization keep the 535g build steady for handheld use, aided by anti-shake technology that works independently of camera body stabilization. It’s best for Sony APS-C shooters needing a single, budget-friendly lens for both everyday scenes and detailed close-up photography.

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Best Lenses under $1,000 for landscape

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Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS

100 Landscape Score
16-300mmf/3.5Sony EISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The Sigma 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS is the world's first 18.8x zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras, delivering a 24-450mm equivalent focal range with a variable f/3.5-6.7 aperture in a weather-sealed, 615g body. It also features 1:2 macro magnification at 70mm, 6-stop OS2 stabilization, and a fast, quiet HLA autofocus motor. This lens is ideal for macro photographers on Fujifilm X who need a single optic for wide-angle landscapes and detailed close-up work.

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Sigma Art 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN II

76.3 Landscape Score
24-70mmf/22Sony EISWeather Sealed
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A redesigned HLA autofocus motor and a 7% smaller, 10% lighter body than its predecessor make this a fast-handling f/2.8 standard zoom. Its 6.7-inch minimum focusing distance delivers a strong 1:2.7 magnification ratio, offering near-macro versatility uncommon in this class. This lens is best for hybrid shooters needing a single, weather-sealed tool that excels at both detailed close-ups and general landscape work.

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Best Lenses under $1,500 for landscape

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Sigma Sports 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS

75.1 Landscape Score
150-600mmf/5Sony EISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A 2100g build with four FLD and two SLD elements delivers high rendering across the 150-600mm range, while the stepping motor AF and 4-stop stabilization ensure sharp results. The dual-action zoom with adjustable torque and weather sealing adds handling flexibility rarely found at this price point. This lens is best for wildlife and motorsports photographers who need L-mount reach without compromising on optical consistency.

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Best Lenses under $2,500 for landscape

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Sigma Sports 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports

75.7 Landscape Score
60-600mmf/4.5Sony EISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Offering a 10x 60-600mm zoom range with 7-stop stabilization and HLA linear autofocus, it captures handheld sharpness at full telephoto. Weighing just 271 grams and fully weather-sealed, this lens delivers ultra-portability and robust build quality rare for a 600mm super-telephoto. It’s best for travel photographers and wildlife shooters needing a single, lightweight lens that spans wide to extreme reach without compromising speed or stability.

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