Mid-Range Lenses...
Next we have also found some quality made and mid range lenses ranging from £100 - £500.
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Manufacturer's Description:
Zoom lenses are very convenient. The equivalent of two or more fixed focal length lenses in one unit. The maximum aperture of some zoom lenses changes as you alter the focal length, but through-the-lens (TTL) metering takes this into account to give correct exposure.
The compact and affordable EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS offers powerful telephoto performance. Its 4-stop Image Stabilizer with automatic panning detection effectively suppresses blur in low light.
The EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS is a telephoto zoom lens combining powerful performance with high image quality. With a focal length equivalent of 88-400mm in 35mm format, it is ideal for photographers seeking an affordable, versatile lens for general-purpose telephoto photography.
To combat the effects of camera shake, the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS incorporates Canon's latest 4-stop compensation Image Stabilizer technology. This allows the use of shutter speeds up to 4 times slower with no perceptible increase in image blur.
Automatic panning detection automatically turns off the Image Stabilizer in either the horizontal or vertical direction when following moving subjects.The EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS employs a Canon UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) lens element to suppress the effects of secondary chromatic aberrations - for crisp, sharp, high-contrast images without fringing throughout the zoom range.
Cost:
£162.45
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Product Description:
Compact and light design Effective suppression of stray light, reflections and ghost images DC 3,5-6,3/18-200 C/AF
Cost:
£174.54
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Manufacturer's Description:
The EF28-105mm f/4-5.6 USM compact lightweight standard zoom lens utilizes a micro-USMII to realize fast, quiet autofocus performance. The EF28-105mm f/4-5.6 USM compact lightweight standard zoom lens utilizes a micro-USMII to realize fast, quiet autofocus performance. Featuring a round aperture opening, the lens achieves outstanding background blur performance.
Product Description:
Canon s 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 USM is the smallest and lightest zoom in the 28-105 class, and its optical system includes an Aspherical element. Most noteworthy is its new Micro USM II - half the size of previous Micro USMs, and its use of internal focusing (no front element rotation during focusing).
Cost:
£139.99
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Product Description:
To maintain high optical performance from infinity to close-up 1:1 (life-size) macro photos without accessories, the Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX incorporates a floating element focusing system. Designed as a quick-focusing macro lens, the AF speed of 50mm, f/2.8 EX Macro is 1.4 times faster than previous 50mm f/2.8 macros. It features a non-rotating front lens group which makes it easier to work with polarizing filters and has a focus limiter (eg. Full Range infinity - 9.8 /25cm 9.1 - 7.4 /23 - 19cm). The Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX Macro lens also features the new deluxe EX external finish. A handy screw-type metal sunshade makes it easier to rotate a polarizing filter. Corresponding AF Mount: Sigma SA, Canon, Minolta, Nikon(D) and Pentax Includes 4 Year Service Plan (1 year international warranty plus 3 years extended warranty). Item Specifications: Product Description: Sigma EX macro lens - 50 mm Weight: 11.1 oz Length: 3 in Min Focus Range: 7.4 in Lens System: Macro lens Lens Aperture: F/2.8 Focus Adjustment: Automatic, manual Focal Length: 50 mm Mounting Type: Canon EF Lens Construction: 9 group(s) / 10 element(s) Filter Size: 55 mm Special Functions: Macro .
Cost:
£244.19
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Manufacturer's Description:
Zoom lenses are very convenient. The equivalent of two or more fixed focal length lenses in one unit. The maximum aperture of some zoom lenses changes as you alter the focal length, but through-the-lens (TTL) metering takes this into account to give correct exposure.
Developed to succeed the EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 II this compact, lightweight high-magnification telephoto zoom lens covers medium telephoto 75 mm to super telephoto 300mm.
Like the EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM, it has a metal ring at the front of the zoom ring to give it an upscale image. It uses a DC motor as AF drive actuator. The optical system and controls are the same as those of the EF75-300mm f/4-5.6 III USM. For environmental protection, only lead-free glass lens elements are used.
Cost:
£121.00
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Product Description:
Since the introduction of cropped sensor dSLR's wildlife and sports photographers have been happy whereas landscape and architectural photographers have not been such a contented bunch. With 35mm kit any focal length below 20mm was considered an ultra-wide angle lens but the same length on a crop-sensor is only just into regular wide-angle territory. Here we take a look at Sigma's answer to the problem with the UK's exclusive first look at the all new 10-20mm f/4-5.6mm zoom a true ultra wide zoom for dSLRs.
Cost:
£370.67
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Manufacturer's Description:
The Lumix G VARIO 45-200 mm f/4.0-5.6 from Panasonic lets you see further while lightening your load. This telephoto zoom lens is compatible with Micro 4/3-format sensors - equivalent to 90-400mm (35mm) - and is extremely compact at no bigger than 10 cm long. The Lumix G VARIO 45-200 mm f/4.0-5.6 incorporates Panasonic's Mega O.I.S. stabiliser, which makes it easy to shoot crystal-clear shots in all kinds of lighting conditions, and removes blur caused by handshake. Broaden your horizons with the superb Lumix G VARIO45-200 mm f/4.0-5.6 from Panasonic.
Product Description:
The Lumix G VARIO 45-200 mm f/4.0-5.6 fromPanasonic lets you see further while lightening your load. This telephoto zoom lens is compatible with Micro 4/3-formatsensors - equivalent to 90-400mm (35mm) - and is extremely compact at nobigger than 10 cm long. The Lumix G VARIO 45-200 mm f/4.0-5.6 incorporatesPanasonic's Mega O.I.S. stabiliser, which makes it easy to shoot crystal-clearshots in all kinds of lighting conditions, and removes blur caused by handshake. Broaden your horizons with the superb Lumix G VARIO45-200 mm f/4.0-5.6 from Panasonic.
Cost:
£259.00
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Product Description:
Technical DataDimensions & Weight / Weightg630Technical DataDimensions & Weight / Lengthcm14.3Technical DataHeader / Product LineCanon EFTechnical DataHeader / ManufacturerCanonTechnical DataHeader / Packaged Quantity1Technical DataLens System / TypeTelephoto zoom lensTechnical DataLens System / Special FunctionsZoomTechnical DataLens System / Lens ApertureF/4.0-5.6Technical DataLens System / Min Focal Lengthmm70Technical DataLens System / Max Focal Lengthmm300Technical DataLens System / Focus AdjustmentManualTechnical DataLens System / Max View Angledegree(s)34Technical DataLens System Mounting / Mounting TypeCanon EFTechnical DataLens System / Optical Zoom4.3Technical DataOptical System / Magnification0.26Technical DataOptical System / Image StabiliserOpticalTechnical DataDimensions & Weight / Diametercm7.7Technical DataLens System / System TypeLens
Cost:
£411.50
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Manufacturer's Description:
The LUMIX G 20mm / F1.7 ASPH., is a compact interchangeable lens based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard. It features a bright maximum aperture of f1.7 allowing a shallow depth of field to separate your subject from the background for even more impressive photographs.
Comprising of 7 elements in 5 groups, the lens system also employs 2 aspherical lenses to minimize both distortion and chromatic aberrations, achieving a high corner to corner resolution.
The versatile focal length of 40mm (35mm camera equivalent) is suitable for a wide variety of occasions from daily snapshots including sceneries like sunsets and dimly lit indoor shots to the deliberately creative shots taking advantage of its beautiful depth of field capability.
When mounted on LUMIX G Micro System Cameras, the LUMIX G 20mm / F1.7 ASPH. allows use of the advanced contrast AF system which includes a Face Recognition function, for more convenient and enjoyable shooting.
Seven blades give the aperture a rounded shape that produces an attractively smooth effect in out-of-focus areas when shooting at larger aperture settings. The lens also features a durable metal mount and uses multi-coated lens elements that minimize ghosting and flare to further enhance its optical performance.
Cost:
£305.97
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Manufacturer's Description:
Fixed focal length lenses generally offer a wider maximum aperture than zoom lenses. From ultra-wide angle lenses ideal for indoor shooting to long telephoto lenses extensively used for wildlife, sports and news photography Canon has the fixed focal length lens to suit you.
If you want a highly practical medium telephoto lens with superb delineation and portability, the EF 85mm f1.8 USM is for you.
Images are sharp and clear at all apertures. Through computer simulations, the lens has been designed to give beautiful background blur, your creativity can be fulfilled with this lens.
Since the front lens group does not rotate during focusing, special filter effects are not affected. Canon offers a highly practical medium telephoto lens with superb delineation and portability.
Product Description:
Canon offers a highly practical medium telephoto lens with superbdelineation and portability. Images are sharp and clear at allapertures. Through computer simulations the lens has been designedto give beautiful background blur. Since the front lens
Cost:
£324.32