Under $1,000 is the sweet spot for serious lens buyers — fast primes, premium third-party zooms, and quality native options all fit here. 360 lenses compared.

Lenses
360
Price range
$79 – $999
Avg price
$580
Weight range
55–1725g (0.12–3.80 lb)

Most Popular: Top 3

#1 · Canon
RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM
$499
#2 · OM System
M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.8
$299
#3 · Canon
RF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM
$299

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of lenses can I get under $1,000?

Fast primes (f/1.4-f/1.8), versatile zooms (24-105mm, 70-300mm), and even some pro-grade f/2.8 zooms from third-party makers like Sigma and Tamron all fit under $1,000.

How many lenses are under $1,000?

Gearbase tracks 360 lenses with MSRP under $1,000.

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