Similarly priced to Nikon's own 70-300mm lens, is this third-party option any better?
Lens Reviews
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Review
Supported by a three-stop Image Stabilisation system and UD elements, this lens is capable of impressive results
Nikon AF-S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED-IF VR Review
With internal focusing and a consistent set of MTF curves, this stabilised 70-300mm optic has a lot going for it for Nikon users
Tamron SP AF 60mm f/2 Di-II LD [IF] Macro Review
Excellent ergonomics and a fast f/2 aperture makes this a serious third-party macro option
Nikon AF-S 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF VR Review
With plenty of functionality delivered at a reasonable price, what's not to like about this Nikon optic?
Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.4G Review
The price tag might not suit everyone's budget, but this optic's performance is hard to argue with
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Review
Far cheaper than Canon's f/1.2 equivalent, but still a mighty good performer for a more than reasonable price
Nikon AF-S 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR DX Review
With a second-generation VR system and handy focal range, is this the ideal all-purpose lens for Nikon DX-format bodies?
Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Review
With Image Stablisation, UD elements and an Ultrasonic Motor, is this feature-filled objective the perfect kit-lens replacement?
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM Review
Half the price of the Nikon equivalent, but this optic proves that it can still hold its own
Sigma APO 50-500mm f/4.5-6.3 EX DG OS HSM Review
An impressive 10x zoom range for just over £1100, but has Sigma been a little over-ambitious with this superzoom optic?
Sigma 50-200mm f/4-5.6 DC OS HSM Review
A sub-£200 optic with Optical Stabilisation and a Hyper-Sonic Motor - too good to be true or an absolute steal?
Nikon AF-S 24-120mm f/4G ED-IF VR Review
An update to an already good performer, is this the ideal all-purpose lens for Nikon bodies?
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Review
A well-built, pro-spec lens boasting excellent performance
Panasonic Lumix G-Vario 100-300mm f/4-5.6 Mega OIS Review
With an equivalent length of 600mm at the telephoto end, this lens is great for getting in close
Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC Review
A fully-manual prime lens with a fast aperture at a bargain price
Tokina’s AT-X 16-28mm f/2.8 PRO FX Review
Wide-aperture, wideangle zoom lens great for full-frame coverage
Pentax DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6ED AL (IF) DC WR Review
Weather-resistant finish for use in all manner of conditions
Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.8G Review
This new prime lens has a very affordable price. The WDC review of the Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.8G discovers that its performance is impressive too
Nikon AF-S 35mm f/1.4G Review
What Digital Camera reviews the Nikon AF-S 35mm f/1.4G to find out if it's worth the high asking price