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Top 10 Zoom Lenses

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A great zoom lens is a must for any videographer on your list. Whether you provide them with a Sony, Canon, Nikon or similar product, it’s the thought that counts. This year, product function and price are going to be key factors when shopping for professional-quality zoom lenses. Check out these zoom lens options for day-to-day production.

1. Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS

A zoom lens that features full-frame Sony E mounting ability with a compact and light-weight design, this zoom lens is priced right too–at just $398. For compact, optical stabilized zoom with a great price, this is your lens!

2. Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 G Master

A full-frame zoom lens that features 18 elements in 13 groups for performance-based sharpness that delivers professional-quality standard zoom, this lens is not the cheapest, but it’s certainly worth the investment of just $1,200.

3. Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM

A great standard-zoom lens for Canon users, this lens is priced below $600 and features a very sharp APS-C lens output. The quick, constant aperture and pristine build quality are features that are appreciated throughout the industry.

4. Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM

Available for about $880, this zoom lens features a Canon RF mount that works with full-frame mirrorless camera series for a great “kit” lens that works “out the box.” Unlike the average kit lens, this one features greater weather seals and a hood.

5. Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

A zoom lens of all zoom lenses, this might be Nikon’s best standard zoom lens ever. Featuring Z-mount mirrorless capabilities, stunning zoom, and hardcore build at just $1,970 this is a professional-quality Nikon product.

6. Nikon AF-S 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR

A Nikon lens priced around $1,600 and featuring 20 elements in 16 groups with professional-grade construction, this is one of the better zoom lenses on the list, but the price is a bit higher than most too.

7. Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR

A premium lens that provides mirrorless camera zoom for the Fujifilm X series users, this standard zoom unit features great handling and exceptional image quality for just under $900.

8. Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro

A weatherproof zoom lens that features great quality and professional-grade seals, priced under $850 this lens is unbeatable. If you’re looking for an all-around zoom lens that works with MFT cameras, this is your lens.

9. Panasonic Leica DG 12-60mm f/2.8-4 Asph Power OIS

A zoom lens that is a bit bulky but certainly great at delivering optical stability and quality focal range, the Panasonic Leica is priced competitively at about $900 and provides an all-around zoom for those with MFT cameras.

10. Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM

A standard zoom lens of all zoom lenses, featuring study construction and weather resistance that is marketable for professional-grade use, this Canon EF lens will cost you just under $1,500 but its excellent image sharpness is worth the investment.

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