Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM❤️9.7K |  | Type
Focal Length135mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 800mm F5.6L IS USM❤️9.7K |  | Type
Focal Length800mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM❤️9.7K |  | Type
Focal Length135mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS❤️9.7K |  | Type
Focal Length400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 600mm F4 TC VR S❤️9.6K |  | Type
Focal Length600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM❤️9.6K |  | Type
Focal Length24-70mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S❤️9.6K |  | Type
Focal Length400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon EF 70-200mm F2.8L IS III USM❤️9.6K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS❤️9.5K |  | Type
Focal Length300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 120-300mm F2.8E FL ED SR VR❤️9.5K |  | Type
Focal Length120-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS❤️9.5K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 100-300mm F2.8L IS USM❤️9.4K |  | Type
Focal Length100-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM❤️9.4K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S❤️9.3K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS Sports❤️9.3K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR❤️9.2K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO❤️9.2K |  | Type
Focal Length150-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2❤️9.2K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 70-200 F2.8 DG OS HSM Sport❤️9.1K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z❤️9.1K |  | Type
Focal Length70–200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD❤️9.1K |  | Type
Focal Length35-150mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200 F2.8 O.I.S.❤️9.0K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS❤️9.0K |  | Type
Focal Length24-105mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm F2.8 S❤️9.0K |  | Type
Focal Length24-70mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon EF 400mm F2.8L IS III USM❤️9.0K |  | Type
Focal Length400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS❤️9.0K |  | Type
Focal Length600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS❤️9.0K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS❤️9.0K |  | Type
Focal Length200-600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F4E FL ED VR❤️8.9K |  | Type
Focal Length500mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2❤️8.9K |  | Type
Focal Length70-180mmLens Mount
Features
|
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 300mm F4 IS Pro❤️8.9K |  | Type
Focal Length300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM Art❤️8.9K |  | Type
Focal Length50-100mmLens Mount
Features
|
Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70–200 F2.8 ASPH❤️8.8K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Fujifilm XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR❤️8.8K |  | Type
Focal Length200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD❤️8.8K |  | Type
Focal Length150-500mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 400mm F2.8L IS USM❤️8.8K |  | Type
Focal Length400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S❤️8.8K |  | Type
Focal Length105mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD G2❤️8.8K |  | Type
Focal Length150-600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS❤️8.7K |  | Type
Focal Length60-600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VXD❤️8.7K |  | Type
Focal Length70-180mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 70-180mm F2.8❤️8.6K |  | Type
Focal Length70-180mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS❤️8.6K |  | Type
Focal Length150-600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm F4E FL ED VR❤️8.6K |  | Type
Focal Length600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport❤️8.6K |  | Type
Focal Length500mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sport❤️8.6K |  | Type
Focal Length60-600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 180-400mm F4E TC1.4 FL ED VR❤️8.5K |  | Type
Focal Length180-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Pentax HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm F2.8 ED DC AW❤️8.5K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S❤️8.5K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH❤️8.5K |  | Type
Focal Length24-90mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F4.5 VR S❤️8.4K |  | Type
Focal Length400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Rokinon AF 135mm F1.8 FE❤️8.4K |  | Type
Focal Length135mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Leica DG Elmarit 200mm F2.8 Power OIS❤️8.4K |  | Type
Focal Length200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm F4E PF ED VR❤️8.4K |  | Type
Focal Length300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II❤️8.4K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Pentax HD-D FA 150-450mm F4.5-5.6 DC AW❤️8.3K |  | Type
Focal Length150-450mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm F2.8-4.0 ASPH Power OIS❤️8.3K |  | Type
Focal Length50-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 28-200mm F2.8-5.6 Di III RXD❤️8.3K |  | Type
Focal Length28-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L IS USM❤️8.3K |  | Type
Focal Length100-500mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 35-100mm F2.8 II Power OIS❤️8.2K |  | Type
Focal Length35-100mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD❤️8.2K |  | Type
Focal Length50-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm F4.0 IS Pro❤️8.2K |  | Type
Focal Length12-100mmLens Mount
Features
|
Fujifilm GF 250mm F4 R LM OIS WR❤️8.2K |  | Type
Focal Length250mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM❤️8.0K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon EF-S 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS USM❤️8.0K |  | Type
Focal Length18-135mmLens Mount
Features
|
Fujifilm XF 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR❤️8.0K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S❤️8.0K |  | Type
Focal Length24-120mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS❤️8.0K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 500mm F5.6 DG DN OS Sports❤️8.0K |  | Type
Focal Length500mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 VR S❤️8.0K |  | Type
Focal Length800mmLens Mount
Features
|
Fujifilm XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR❤️8.0K |  | Type
Focal Length150-600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm F4.0-6.3 II ASPH Power OIS❤️7.9K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F5.6E PF ED VR❤️7.9K |  | Type
Focal Length500mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR❤️7.9K |  | Type
Focal Length16-80mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS❤️7.9K |  | Type
Focal Length70-350mmLens Mount
Features
|
Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280 mm F2.8–4❤️7.8K |  | Type
Focal Length90-280mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM❤️7.8K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm F5.6E ED VR❤️7.8K |  | Type
Focal Length200-500mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G OSS❤️7.7K |  | Type
Focal Length70-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
OM System 150-600mm F5.0-6.3❤️7.7K |  | Type
Focal Length150-600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD❤️7.6K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR❤️7.6K |  | Type
Focal Length180-600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 35-150mm F2.8-4 Di VC OSD❤️7.6K |  | Type
Focal Length35-150mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony FE 24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS❤️7.6K |  | Type
Focal Length24-240mmLens Mount
Features
|
Pentax HD Pentax-D FA 70-210mm F4 ED SDM WR❤️7.6K |  | Type
Focal Length70-210mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 OIS❤️7.6K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Lumix S 70-300 F4.5-5.6 Macro OIS❤️7.6K |  | Type
Focal Length70-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD❤️7.5K |  | Type
Focal Length18-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 600mm F4L IS USM❤️7.5K |  | Type
Focal Length600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS❤️7.5K |  | Type
Focal Length18-135mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD❤️7.5K |  | Type
Focal Length70-210mmLens Mount
Features
|
OM System 40-150mm F4.0 PRO❤️7.5K |  | Type
Focal Length40-150mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II ASPH Power OIS❤️7.4K |  | Type
Focal Length14-140mmLens Mount
Features
|
Leica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400 F5-6.3❤️7.4K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 600mm F6.3 VR S❤️7.4K |  | Type
Focal Length600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 28-400mm F4-8 VR❤️7.3K |  | Type
Focal Length28-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon EF 70-200mm F4L IS II USM❤️7.3K |  | Type
Focal Length70-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 100-300mm F4-5.6 II Power OIS❤️7.3K |  | Type
Focal Length100-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 VR❤️7.3K |  | Type
Focal Length24-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Fujifilm GF 100-200mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR❤️7.3K |  | Type
Focal Length100-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 LM PZ WR❤️7.3K |  | Type
Focal Length18-120mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 50-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD❤️7.2K |  | Type
Focal Length50-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 70-300 F4.5-6.3 Di RXD III❤️7.2K |  | Type
Focal Length70-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Fujifilm GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR❤️7.2K |  | Type
Focal Length500mmLens Mount
Features
|
Rokinon 135mm F2.0 ED UMC❤️7.1K |  | Type
Focal Length135mmLens Mount
Features
|
Fujifilm XF 70-300 F4-5.6 R LM OIS WR❤️7.1K |  | Type
Focal Length70-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-P Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR❤️7.0K |  | Type
Focal Length70-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS❤️7.0K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 18-400mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD❤️7.0K |  | Type
Focal Length18-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm F4-7.1 Macro OIS❤️7.0K |  | Type
Focal Length28-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon EF 600mm F4L IS III USM❤️7.0K |  | Type
Focal Length600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 ASPH Power OIS❤️6.9K |  | Type
Focal Length12-60mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM❤️6.9K |  | Type
Focal Length100-400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 28-300mm F4-7.1 Di III VC VXD❤️6.8K |  | Type
Focal Length28-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3❤️6.8K |  | Type
Focal Length12-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z DX 18-140mm F3.5-6.3 VR❤️6.8K |  | Type
Focal Length18-140mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF-S 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM❤️6.7K |  | Type
Focal Length18-150mmLens Mount
Features
|
Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-200mm F4-5.6 II Power OIS❤️6.7K |  | Type
Focal Length45-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM❤️6.6K |  | Type
Focal Length200-800mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC❤️6.6K |  | Type
Focal Length18-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm F4-5.6 II❤️6.6K |  | Type
Focal Length14-150mmLens Mount
Features
|
Pentax HD Pentax-DA 55-300mm F4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE❤️6.6K |  | Type
Focal Length55-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon Nikkor Z DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR❤️6.4K |  | Type
Focal Length50-250mmLens Mount
Features
|
Fujifilm Fujinon MKX 50-135mm T2.9❤️6.3K |  | Type
Focal Length50-135mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-6.3G VR❤️6.2K |  | Type
Focal Length70-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Tokina SZX Super Tele 400mm F8 Reflex MF❤️6.2K |  | Type
Focal Length400mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM❤️6.2K |  | Type
Focal Length600mmLens Mount
Features
|
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm F4-5.6G VR II❤️6.0K |  | Type
Focal Length55-200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM❤️6.0K |  | Type
Focal Length800mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF-S 55-210mm F5.0-7.1 IS STM❤️6.0K |  | Type
Focal Length55-210mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon RF 1200mm F8L IS USM❤️5.9K |  | Type
Focal Length1200mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM❤️5.9K |  | Type
Focal Length70-300mmLens Mount
Features
|
Canon EF-M 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM❤️5.7K |  | Type
Focal Length18-150mmLens Mount
Features
|
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These are the best telephoto lenses for sports photography when you want sticky AF, decisive tracking, honest long-end sharpness, and strong stabilization for field sports, courts, arenas, pools, ice rinks, and track—without missing the peak moment—and here’s what to look for as you buy: prioritize linear/USM/LM/STM motors with a focus limiter for fast lock, robust optical stabilization (VR/IS/OSS/OIS) that pairs cleanly with IBIS, rugged weather sealing for rain/mud/spray, internal zoom or well-balanced handling for long days, low breathing if you film, and teleconverter compatibility for playoff reach; pick range by venue—70–200mm ƒ2.8 for indoor courts and pits, 100–400mm for daylight fields, and 150/180/200–600mm (or 150–600mm) when you need sideline-to-endzone or outfield coverage, while 300mm/400mm fast primes are the pro standard for night fields. Full-frame standouts: Sony FE 70–200mm ƒ2.8 GM II (class-leading AF, light), FE 70–200mm ƒ4 G II (travel-friendly, macro-ish close focus), FE 100–400mm GM (fast AF, disciplined long end), FE 200–600mm G (internal zoom, excellent tracking), Sigma 100–400mm ƒ5–6.3 DG DN OS (value “mini-wildlife”), Sigma 150–600mm DG DN Sports (serious long reach), Tamron 70–180mm ƒ2.8 (compact pit hero) and 70–300mm ƒ4.5–6.3 (light away-day lens); Canon RF 70–200mm ƒ2.8L IS and ƒ4L IS (tiny for class), RF 100–500mm ƒ4.5–7.1L IS (TC-capable 300–500mm, superb AF), RF 200–500mm ƒ4L IS (elite speed + reach), RF 100–400mm ƒ5.6–8 IS (budget-friendly reach), plus adapted EF 70–200mm ƒ2.8L IS II/III and EF 100–400mm II (still sports staples); Nikon Z 70–200mm ƒ2.8 S (stellar optics/VR), Z 70–180mm ƒ2.8 (compact), Z 100–400mm ƒ4.5–5.6 S (fast, TC-ready), Z 180–600mm ƒ5.6–6.3 (internal zoom, great value), and featherweight PF primes Z 400mm ƒ4.5 VR S and Z 600mm ƒ6.3 VR S (carry-all-day sideline glass). Prime speed demons for night/action: Sony FE 300mm ƒ2.8 GM, 400mm ƒ2.8 GM, 600mm ƒ4 GM; Canon RF 300mm ƒ2.8 L IS, RF 400mm ƒ2.8 L IS, RF 600mm ƒ4 L IS; Nikon Z 400mm ƒ2.8 TC VR S (built-in 1.4×), Z 600mm ƒ4 TC VR S; classic EF/F 300/2.8 and 400/2.8 remain superb used values for dedicated shooters. APS-C winners: Sony E 70–350mm ƒ4.5–6.3 G OSS (sharp, stabilized, great for daylight fields), Tamron 70–180mm ƒ2.8 on A6xxx for indoor courts, Sigma 50–100mm ƒ1.8 DC (where available) for gym speed, Fujifilm XF 50–140mm ƒ2.8 OIS (pro rink/court zoom), XF 70–300mm ƒ4–5.6 OIS (light reach), Canon RF-S 55–210mm IS STM (budget starter), Nikon Z DX 50–250mm VR (punchy long end) with FX tele options when needed. Micro Four Thirds champs: OM SYSTEM 40–150mm ƒ2.8 PRO (fast, weather-sealed), 40–150mm ƒ4 PRO (tiny travel kit), M.Zuiko 300mm ƒ4 IS PRO (legendary handholdable prime for field sports), and Panasonic/Leica 100–400mm (huge EFL reach in backpack size). Practical buyer tips: 70–200mm ƒ2.8 is the first sports lens for gyms, rinks, and pits; add a 100–400mm for daylight fields and track; step to 180/200–600 or 150–600 when you need end-to-end coverage at parks and airfields; internal-zoom designs (Sony 200–600, Nikon 180–600) balance better on monopods and in wind; confirm TC support and AF reliability with your body; standardize front diameters for one CPL (rarely used in sports) and protective clear filter in dust/mud—remove if it flares; don’t fear used EF/F-mount 70–200 ƒ2.8 IS and 100–400 II—they’re battle-tested bargains via adapters. Sports tele shooting tips: run AF-C with subject/eye/vehicle detect and a focus limiter, pre-focus to lanes or goalmouths, keep shutter speeds honest (≈1/1000–1/2000s for field sports; 1/500–1/1000s for courts), shoot near wide open then stop 1/3–2/3 stop for extra bite, pan smoothly and fire short bursts to beat micro-shake, brace with a monopod for long sets, watch heat shimmer on hot days (shorter distance beats more zoom), and manage backgrounds—move two steps for clean banners and color blocks; for night games, expose for faces and let stadium highlights clip gracefully, lean on faster glass or raise ISO rather than sacrificing shutter; for video, follow the 180° rule, enable breathing compensation, use lenses with quiet linear AF, and stabilize with monopod/gimbal; whether you’re freezing a striker, tracking a sprinter off the bend, catching a backhand winner, or isolating a quarterback through traffic, the best telephoto lenses for sports photography combine decisive AF, strong stabilization, and long-end discipline—so your action frames come back sharp, dramatic, and clutch.
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| Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM❤️ 9.7K |
| 135mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
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| Canon RF 800mm F5.6L IS USM❤️ 9.7K |
| 800mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM❤️ 9.7K |
| 135mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS❤️ 9.7K |
| 400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
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| Nikon Nikkor Z 600mm F4 TC VR S❤️ 9.6K |
| 600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM❤️ 9.6K |
| 24-70mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F2.8 TC VR S❤️ 9.6K |
| 400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon EF 70-200mm F2.8L IS III USM❤️ 9.6K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 300mm F2.8 GM OSS❤️ 9.5K |
| 300mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon AF-S Nikkor 120-300mm F2.8E FL ED SR VR❤️ 9.5K |
| 120-300mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS❤️ 9.5K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon RF 100-300mm F2.8L IS USM❤️ 9.4K |
| 100-300mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM❤️ 9.4K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z 70-200mm F2.8 VR S❤️ 9.3K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS Sports❤️ 9.3K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-200mm F2.8E FL ED VR❤️ 9.2K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO❤️ 9.2K |
| 150-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2❤️ 9.2K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 70-200 F2.8 DG OS HSM Sport❤️ 9.1K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z❤️ 9.1K |
| 70–200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD❤️ 9.1K |
| 35-150mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200 F2.8 O.I.S.❤️ 9.0K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS❤️ 9.0K |
| 24-105mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm F2.8 S❤️ 9.0K |
| 24-70mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon EF 400mm F2.8L IS III USM❤️ 9.0K |
| 400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS❤️ 9.0K |
| 600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS❤️ 9.0K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS❤️ 9.0K |
| 200-600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F4E FL ED VR❤️ 8.9K |
| 500mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2❤️ 8.9K |
| 70-180mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 300mm F4 IS Pro❤️ 8.9K |
| 300mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM Art❤️ 8.9K |
| 50-100mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 70–200 F2.8 ASPH❤️ 8.8K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Fujifilm XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR❤️ 8.8K |
| 200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron 150-500mm F5-6.7 Di III VC VXD❤️ 8.8K |
| 150-500mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon RF 400mm F2.8L IS USM❤️ 8.8K |
| 400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S❤️ 8.8K |
| 105mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron SP 150-600mm F5-6.3 Di VC USD G2❤️ 8.8K |
| 150-600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS❤️ 8.7K |
| 60-600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VXD❤️ 8.7K |
| 70-180mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z 70-180mm F2.8❤️ 8.6K |
| 70-180mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS❤️ 8.6K |
| 150-600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm F4E FL ED VR❤️ 8.6K |
| 600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 500mm F4 DG OS HSM Sport❤️ 8.6K |
| 500mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM Sport❤️ 8.6K |
| 60-600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon AF-S Nikkor 180-400mm F4E TC1.4 FL ED VR❤️ 8.5K |
| 180-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Pentax HD Pentax-D FA 70-200mm F2.8 ED DC AW❤️ 8.5K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 VR S❤️ 8.5K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm F2.8-4 ASPH❤️ 8.5K |
| 24-90mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z 400mm F4.5 VR S❤️ 8.4K |
| 400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Rokinon AF 135mm F1.8 FE❤️ 8.4K |
| 135mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Panasonic Leica DG Elmarit 200mm F2.8 Power OIS❤️ 8.4K |
| 200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor AF-S 300mm F4E PF ED VR❤️ 8.4K |
| 300mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 70-200mm F4 Macro G OSS II❤️ 8.4K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Pentax HD-D FA 150-450mm F4.5-5.6 DC AW❤️ 8.3K |
| 150-450mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 50-200mm F2.8-4.0 ASPH Power OIS❤️ 8.3K |
| 50-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron 28-200mm F2.8-5.6 Di III RXD❤️ 8.3K |
| 28-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1L IS USM❤️ 8.3K |
| 100-500mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 35-100mm F2.8 II Power OIS❤️ 8.2K |
| 35-100mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron 50-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD❤️ 8.2K |
| 50-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-100mm F4.0 IS Pro❤️ 8.2K |
| 12-100mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Fujifilm GF 250mm F4 R LM OIS WR❤️ 8.2K |
| 250mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon RF 70-200 F4L IS USM❤️ 8.0K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Canon EF-S 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS USM❤️ 8.0K |
| 18-135mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Fujifilm XF 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR❤️ 8.0K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z 24-120mm F4 S❤️ 8.0K |
| 24-120mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG DN OS❤️ 8.0K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 500mm F5.6 DG DN OS Sports❤️ 8.0K |
| 500mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 VR S❤️ 8.0K |
| 800mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Fujifilm XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR❤️ 8.0K |
| 150-600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmar 100-400mm F4.0-6.3 II ASPH Power OIS❤️ 7.9K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm F5.6E PF ED VR❤️ 7.9K |
| 500mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm F2.8-4E ED VR❤️ 7.9K |
| 16-80mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS❤️ 7.9K |
| 70-350mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Leica APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL 90-280 mm F2.8–4❤️ 7.8K |
| 90-280mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sigma 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM❤️ 7.8K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm F5.6E ED VR❤️ 7.8K |
| 200-500mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 G OSS❤️ 7.7K |
| 70-300mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| OM System 150-600mm F5.0-6.3❤️ 7.7K |
| 150-600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron 100-400mm F4.5-6.3 Di VC USD❤️ 7.6K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Nikon Nikkor Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 VR❤️ 7.6K |
| 180-600mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Tamron 35-150mm F2.8-4 Di VC OSD❤️ 7.6K |
| 35-150mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Sony FE 24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS❤️ 7.6K |
| 24-240mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
Image | Name | Type | Focal Length | Lens Mount | Features | Price |
| Pentax HD Pentax-D FA 70-210mm F4 ED SDM WR❤️ 7.6K |
| 70-210mm |
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| Price Updated from Amazon: 11-02-2025 |
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| Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 OIS❤️ 7.6K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Panasonic Lumix S 70-300 F4.5-5.6 Macro OIS❤️ 7.6K |
| 70-300mm |
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| Tamron 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD❤️ 7.5K |
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| Canon RF 600mm F4L IS USM❤️ 7.5K |
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| Sony E 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 OSS❤️ 7.5K |
| 18-135mm |
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| Tamron 70-210mm F4 Di VC USD❤️ 7.5K |
| 70-210mm |
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| OM System 40-150mm F4.0 PRO❤️ 7.5K |
| 40-150mm |
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| Panasonic Lumix G Vario 14-140mm F3.5-5.6 II ASPH Power OIS❤️ 7.4K |
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| Leica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400 F5-6.3❤️ 7.4K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Nikon Nikkor Z 600mm F6.3 VR S❤️ 7.4K |
| 600mm |
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| Nikon Nikkor Z 28-400mm F4-8 VR❤️ 7.3K |
| 28-400mm |
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| Canon EF 70-200mm F4L IS II USM❤️ 7.3K |
| 70-200mm |
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| Panasonic Lumix G Vario 100-300mm F4-5.6 II Power OIS❤️ 7.3K |
| 100-300mm |
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| Nikon Nikkor Z 24-200mm F4-6.3 VR❤️ 7.3K |
| 24-200mm |
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| Fujifilm GF 100-200mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR❤️ 7.3K |
| 100-200mm |
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| Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 LM PZ WR❤️ 7.3K |
| 18-120mm |
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| Tamron 50-300mm F4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD❤️ 7.2K |
| 50-300mm |
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| Tamron 70-300 F4.5-6.3 Di RXD III❤️ 7.2K |
| 70-300mm |
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| Fujifilm GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR❤️ 7.2K |
| 500mm |
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| Rokinon 135mm F2.0 ED UMC❤️ 7.1K |
| 135mm |
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| Fujifilm XF 70-300 F4-5.6 R LM OIS WR❤️ 7.1K |
| 70-300mm |
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| Nikon AF-P Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR❤️ 7.0K |
| 70-300mm |
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| Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm F5.0-6.3 IS❤️ 7.0K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Tamron 18-400mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD❤️ 7.0K |
| 18-400mm |
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| Panasonic Lumix S 28-200mm F4-7.1 Macro OIS❤️ 7.0K |
| 28-200mm |
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| Canon EF 600mm F4L IS III USM❤️ 7.0K |
| 600mm |
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| Panasonic Lumix G Vario 12-60mm F3.5-5.6 ASPH Power OIS❤️ 6.9K |
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| Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM❤️ 6.9K |
| 100-400mm |
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| Tamron 28-300mm F4-7.1 Di III VC VXD❤️ 6.8K |
| 28-300mm |
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| Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3❤️ 6.8K |
| 12-200mm |
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| Nikon Nikkor Z DX 18-140mm F3.5-6.3 VR❤️ 6.8K |
| 18-140mm |
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| Canon RF-S 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM❤️ 6.7K |
| 18-150mm |
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| Panasonic Lumix G Vario 45-200mm F4-5.6 II Power OIS❤️ 6.7K |
| 45-200mm |
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| Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM❤️ 6.6K |
| 200-800mm |
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| Tamron 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC❤️ 6.6K |
| 18-200mm |
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| Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm F4-5.6 II❤️ 6.6K |
| 14-150mm |
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| Pentax HD Pentax-DA 55-300mm F4.5-6.3 ED PLM WR RE❤️ 6.6K |
| 55-300mm |
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| Nikon Nikkor Z DX 50-250mm F4.5-6.3 VR❤️ 6.4K |
| 50-250mm |
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| Fujifilm Fujinon MKX 50-135mm T2.9❤️ 6.3K |
| 50-135mm |
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| Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 70-300mm F4.5-6.3G VR❤️ 6.2K |
| 70-300mm |
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| Tokina SZX Super Tele 400mm F8 Reflex MF❤️ 6.2K |
| 400mm |
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| Canon RF 600mm F11 IS STM❤️ 6.2K |
| 600mm |
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| Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-200mm F4-5.6G VR II❤️ 6.0K |
| 55-200mm |
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| Canon RF 800mm F11 IS STM❤️ 6.0K |
| 800mm |
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| Canon RF-S 55-210mm F5.0-7.1 IS STM❤️ 6.0K |
| 55-210mm |
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| Canon RF 1200mm F8L IS USM❤️ 5.9K |
| 1200mm |
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| Canon EF 70-300 F4-5.6 IS II USM❤️ 5.9K |
| 70-300mm |
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| Canon EF-M 18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM❤️ 5.7K |
| 18-150mm |
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Best Telephoto Lenses for Sports Photography in 2025
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These are the best telephoto lenses for sports photography when you want sticky AF, decisive tracking, honest long-end sharpness, and strong stabilization for field sports, courts, arenas, pools, ice rinks, and track—without missing the peak moment—and here’s what to look for as you buy: prioritize linear/USM/LM/STM motors with a focus limiter for fast lock, robust optical stabilization (VR/IS/OSS/OIS) that pairs cleanly with IBIS, rugged weather sealing for rain/mud/spray, internal zoom or well-balanced handling for long days, low breathing if you film, and teleconverter compatibility for playoff reach; pick range by venue—70–200mm ƒ2.8 for indoor courts and pits, 100–400mm for daylight fields, and 150/180/200–600mm (or 150–600mm) when you need sideline-to-endzone or outfield coverage, while 300mm/400mm fast primes are the pro standard for night fields. Full-frame standouts: Sony FE 70–200mm ƒ2.8 GM II (class-leading AF, light), FE 70–200mm ƒ4 G II (travel-friendly, macro-ish close focus), FE 100–400mm GM (fast AF, disciplined long end), FE 200–600mm G (internal zoom, excellent tracking), Sigma 100–400mm ƒ5–6.3 DG DN OS (value “mini-wildlife”), Sigma 150–600mm DG DN Sports (serious long reach), Tamron 70–180mm ƒ2.8 (compact pit hero) and 70–300mm ƒ4.5–6.3 (light away-day lens); Canon RF 70–200mm ƒ2.8L IS and ƒ4L IS (tiny for class), RF 100–500mm ƒ4.5–7.1L IS (TC-capable 300–500mm, superb AF), RF 200–500mm ƒ4L IS (elite speed + reach), RF 100–400mm ƒ5.6–8 IS (budget-friendly reach), plus adapted EF 70–200mm ƒ2.8L IS II/III and EF 100–400mm II (still sports staples); Nikon Z 70–200mm ƒ2.8 S (stellar optics/VR), Z 70–180mm ƒ2.8 (compact), Z 100–400mm ƒ4.5–5.6 S (fast, TC-ready), Z 180–600mm ƒ5.6–6.3 (internal zoom, great value), and featherweight PF primes Z 400mm ƒ4.5 VR S and Z 600mm ƒ6.3 VR S (carry-all-day sideline glass). Prime speed demons for night/action: Sony FE 300mm ƒ2.8 GM, 400mm ƒ2.8 GM, 600mm ƒ4 GM; Canon RF 300mm ƒ2.8 L IS, RF 400mm ƒ2.8 L IS, RF 600mm ƒ4 L IS; Nikon Z 400mm ƒ2.8 TC VR S (built-in 1.4×), Z 600mm ƒ4 TC VR S; classic EF/F 300/2.8 and 400/2.8 remain superb used values for dedicated shooters. APS-C winners: Sony E 70–350mm ƒ4.5–6.3 G OSS (sharp, stabilized, great for daylight fields), Tamron 70–180mm ƒ2.8 on A6xxx for indoor courts, Sigma 50–100mm ƒ1.8 DC (where available) for gym speed, Fujifilm XF 50–140mm ƒ2.8 OIS (pro rink/court zoom), XF 70–300mm ƒ4–5.6 OIS (light reach), Canon RF-S 55–210mm IS STM (budget starter), Nikon Z DX 50–250mm VR (punchy long end) with FX tele options when needed. Micro Four Thirds champs: OM SYSTEM 40–150mm ƒ2.8 PRO (fast, weather-sealed), 40–150mm ƒ4 PRO (tiny travel kit), M.Zuiko 300mm ƒ4 IS PRO (legendary handholdable prime for field sports), and Panasonic/Leica 100–400mm (huge EFL reach in backpack size). Practical buyer tips: 70–200mm ƒ2.8 is the first sports lens for gyms, rinks, and pits; add a 100–400mm for daylight fields and track; step to 180/200–600 or 150–600 when you need end-to-end coverage at parks and airfields; internal-zoom designs (Sony 200–600, Nikon 180–600) balance better on monopods and in wind; confirm TC support and AF reliability with your body; standardize front diameters for one CPL (rarely used in sports) and protective clear filter in dust/mud—remove if it flares; don’t fear used EF/F-mount 70–200 ƒ2.8 IS and 100–400 II—they’re battle-tested bargains via adapters. Sports tele shooting tips: run AF-C with subject/eye/vehicle detect and a focus limiter, pre-focus to lanes or goalmouths, keep shutter speeds honest (≈1/1000–1/2000s for field sports; 1/500–1/1000s for courts), shoot near wide open then stop 1/3–2/3 stop for extra bite, pan smoothly and fire short bursts to beat micro-shake, brace with a monopod for long sets, watch heat shimmer on hot days (shorter distance beats more zoom), and manage backgrounds—move two steps for clean banners and color blocks; for night games, expose for faces and let stadium highlights clip gracefully, lean on faster glass or raise ISO rather than sacrificing shutter; for video, follow the 180° rule, enable breathing compensation, use lenses with quiet linear AF, and stabilize with monopod/gimbal; whether you’re freezing a striker, tracking a sprinter off the bend, catching a backhand winner, or isolating a quarterback through traffic, the best telephoto lenses for sports photography combine decisive AF, strong stabilization, and long-end discipline—so your action frames come back sharp, dramatic, and clutch.
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