Looking for a camera lens? This page brings together lenses for mirrorless, DSLR and medium format cameras, from fast primes for portraits and low light to telephoto zooms for sports and wildlife. Whether you want an everyday zoom or a sharp, high quality prime, you can compare options from the brands below at Excellent Photo in Montreal.
How to choose a camera lens
Start with your camera's mount, since lenses are made for specific systems. Check your camera model before ordering, and read the mount in the product name, such as Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF or Canon EF.
- Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and a wide aperture such as f/1.4 or f/1.8. They suit portraits, street photography and low light. The Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens for Full-Frame is a popular example.
- Standard zooms cover wide to short telephoto and work well for travel, events and everyday shooting. See the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG DN Art Lens - Sony E Mount.
- Telephoto zooms bring distant subjects closer for wildlife, sports and concerts. Options include the Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Lens and the Sony E 70–350 mm F4.5–6.3 G OSS Lens.
- Wide-angle and macro lenses suit landscapes, interiors and close-up work.
Also look at aperture for low light and background blur, weight if you travel, and whether the lens has image stabilization.
Brands we carry
Browse Canon, Sony, Nikon, Sigma, FujiFilm and Panasonic lenses, along with 7artisans, Hasselblad for medium format and DZOFilm for cinema work. You can also shop by filter size, for example 52mm mirrorless lenses or 77mm mirrorless lenses, which helps when matching filters.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best camera lens?
It depends on your camera and what you shoot. A fast 50mm prime is a good start for portraits, a 24-70mm zoom for general use and a 70-300mm class zoom for distant subjects.
What is a high quality camera lens?
Look for sharpness across the frame, a wide maximum aperture, solid build and reliable autofocus. Premium lines such as Sigma Art or Sony G Master are made with this in mind.
Can I use a DSLR lens on a mirrorless camera?
It depends on the brand and the mount. Check your camera model and the lens mount before buying.
Which lens is best for portraits?
A prime between 35mm and 85mm with a wide aperture gives sharp results and a soft background.
