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MFG# 16565789
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The Fujifilm XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ Lens (Black) covers the frequently used focal length from 23mm to 69mm in the 35mm format equivalent, and is the smallest and most lightweight interchangeable zoom lens compatible with the "X series". Combine this lens with a Fujifilm compact, lightweight
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It’s an ultra-wide world. The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 8-25mm f/4 PRO Lens is perfect for capturing outdoor scenes and dramatic landscapes. It easily fits in your hand, weighs under a pound and features powerful magnification. No-worry, weathersealed construction lets you shoot spectacular images
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MFG# SEL70350G
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Optimized optical and mechanical design offers outstanding super-telephoto zoom performance for APS-C bodies (105–525 mm equiv.). Impressive G Lens quality is maintained throughout the zoom range right out to the image edges. All of this is packed into a compact, mobile 5x super-telephoto zoom
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MFG# 206965
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The full-frame Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E combines exceptional optical quality, a bright F2.8 constant aperture and a robust and lightweight body, opening up new possibilities for Sony E-mount shooters who need professional results in a compact package. 
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MFG# 206969
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The full-frame Sigma 16-28mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens for Leica L combines exceptional optical quality, a bright F2.8 constant aperture and a robust and lightweight body, opening up new possibilities for Sony E-mount shooters who need professional results in a compact package. 
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MFG# 3684C002
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The Canon, RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM Lens is the perfect walk-around lens for EOS R series camera owners. This compact and lightweight 10x zoom lens is ideal for travel and everyday photography. With a 24-240mm range, the RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM can cover a variety of subjects at impressive ranges from
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MFG# AFA046S700
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The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens for Sony E (Model A046) is a large aperture, ultra wide-angle lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. Model A046 features a filter diameter of 67mm (astonishingly small for a full-frame, large aperture, ultra wide-angle zoom lens) as well as
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MFG# 5823C002
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The Canon RF 24-50mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens is a great entry point for full frame EOS R cameras. Great for still photography and videography, the RF24-50mm can provide intensity in your still images at 24mm, and excel with everyday shooting at 50mm. Rely on that wide field of view for vlogging,
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MFG# 20092
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Ready for your next excursion, the full frame Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR Lens is a versatile all-in-one zoom that covers every shot along the way with remarkable true to life detail. Immersive landscapes, arresting architecture, captivating portraits, candid street photography and everything
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MFG# SELP1650
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Measuring just 3/16" (29.9mm) when fully retracted, the Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 Pancake Zoom Lens for Sony E Mount Cameras is super compact and easy to carry so you can quickly whip out your camera and spontaneously grab shots as they occur. It's perfect for traveling and other scenarios that require...
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MFG# 8806A002
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The Canon EF 17-40mm f/4.0L USM Lens is a new and affordable L-series ultra-wide-angle zoom lens that's ideal for both film and digital SLRs. Superior optics are assured by the use of three aspherical lens elements, in addition to a Super UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) glass element. Optical coatings...
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MFG# 16635613
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The Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR Lens gives photographers and filmmakers a small, light-weight, and compact auto-focus lens that covers a broad range of focal lengths that can be used for everything from street photography to high-end portraiture. Weighing just 15.5 ounces, this may be lighter than
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MFG# AFA047N700
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The Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens for Nikon Z is a telephoto zoom lens designed and created so photographers of all skill levels can enjoy high quality images comfortably. The 70-300mm F4.5-6.3 covers a broad telephoto zoom range yet is the world's smallest size and lightest weight,

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MFG# AFB061F700
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Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD Lens for Fujifilm X is the world's first lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras with a 16.6x zoom ratio, the greatest feature of this lens, covering wide-angle to an ultra-telephoto range (27mm to 450mm full-frame equivalent). The lens is designed for Fujifilm...
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MFG# AFB028N700
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The power of ultra-telephoto. The versatility of all-in-one. 

Powerful performance that exceeds your imagination. Introducing the world's first ultra-telephoto all-in-one zoom with a 22.2X zoom range, the Tamron 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD Lens for Nikon. Now you can shoot everything

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MFG# 20104
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MFG# 0571C002
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Close in on the action with the Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM Lens. With a wide zoom range and fast, near-silent autofocus, it can be ideal for anyone looking to capture distant subjects. Equipped with NANO USM technology it quickly focuses so you're able to get the exact moment you want,...
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MFG# V314070BU000
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The Olympus M.ZUIKO AF Digital ED 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ Lens is a high-power wide to short telephoto zoom (28-84mm in 35mm equivalent) that offers amazing optical performance in an extraordinarily compact and lightweight (3.9 oz, 111g) design. It is the most compact electronic pancake zoom, giving you the s...
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MFG# V315030BU000
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The Olympus 40-150mm lens features a new exterior design while retaining the high performance of the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 40-150mm f4.0-5.6 telephoto zoom lens featuring top-rated natural defocusing. Covering a wide telephoto range equivalent to 80 to 300mm on a 35mm camera and weighing just 190 grams,...
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The Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens is a compact, lightweight standard zoom lens in a L-mount/full-frame format. Covering from ultra wide 20mm to standard 60mm focal length, it supports versatile shooting opportunities from landscapes to snap shots. Wide view angle makes it easier to
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MFG# 20068
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Nikon proudly presents an update to its versatile full-frame Nikon AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E ED VR Lens with improvements to image quality, autofocus, speed, VR image stabilization and more. The lens strikes an outstanding balance between size, zoom power and Vibration Reduction, making...
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MFG# 5564C002
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Helping to pave the way for the RF-S lens line, the Canon RF-S 18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM Lens is an all-around lens that is ideal for creative photography and movies, the RF-S18-150mm F3.5-6.3 IS STM combines legendary Canon Optics with a versatile zoom range and quiet operation for flexibility on the go. This
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The Sony AF DT 16-105mm f/3.5-5.6(D) Autofocus Lens is designed to take advantage of APS-size CCD imagers like the Exmor sensor of the Sony α(alpha) DSLR camera, this amazingly compact premium zoom lens provides superior all-around performance. Its 35mm-equivalent range of 24mm wide-angle to...
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MFG# SEL2870
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The Sony E-mount FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens is compact, lightweight, and specifically designed to bring out the best in the a7-series full-frame E-mount cameras. Zoom range extends from 28mm-70mm, and an advanced design minimizes overall lens length.

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MFG# 20109
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The smallest DX format lens ever, now with a special edition silver finish to compliment the classic look of the Z fc. So light, you’ll want to carry it everywhere. So stable, you can rely on it for steady videos and webcam streaming and sharp street photography. This is your all-around lens for
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MFG# ATXAF175FXC
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The Tokina 17-35mm f/4 AT-X Pro FX Lens with Canon Mount is designed for use with a Canon full frame digital or film cameras. This ultra wide-angle lens gives you a 103.9° angle of view at the 17mm end of the zoom, and a bright, constant f/4.0 maximum aperture, making it ideal for low light...
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MFG# 9519B002
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The Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM Lens combines optical excellence with cutting-edge performance, providing an ultra-wide angle of view in a compact, portable package, perfect for EOS cameras with an APS-C sensor. It has a 4 group optical zoom system and includes a large-diameter element,...
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MFG# SEL55210B
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The Sony E 55-210mm f/4.5-6.3 OSS Lens (Black) gives you consistently outstanding optical performance all the way. Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization is a huge advantage when shooting in low light or capturing video.

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  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 82.5-315mm
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MFG# SAL552002
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This superb Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 DT AF Zoom Lens for your Alpha DSLR camera has a smooth and silent AF operation with a built-in motor to handle themed range to telephoto zoom shots. In 35mm equivalent, it covers midrange 82.5mm to 300mm telephoto zoom (4x), ideal for shooting portraits, sports,...
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The Canon EF 75-300mm f/4.0-5.6 III Autofocus Lens is the most affordable of Canon's long telephoto zooms, this lens is excellent for subjects from portraits to wildlife and nature. It shares the same 13-element optical system as the 75-300mm USM lens, but uses a DC motor for autofocus. Close-...
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MFG# 11175
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The Leica 90-280mm f/2.8-4 APO-Vario-Elmarit-SL Lens is an expansive telephoto zoom lens designed for full-frame and APS-C-sized L-mount mirrorless cameras. The f/2.8-4 maximum aperture benefits working in a variety of lighting conditions and also offers greater control over focus position for...
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MFG# 2187
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The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 200-400mm f/4.0G ED VR II Lens is a versatile, powerful super-telephoto zoom lens that's perfect for sports and wildlife shooting, while offering a constant maximum aperture throughout the entire zoom range and VR II Image Stabilization which enables handheld shooting at...
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MFG# 11179
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Leica Camera is pleased to expand its line of SL lenses with the Leica APO-Summicron-SL 90mm f/2 ASPH. Lens. This Summicron-SL lens boast top-level image quality, speed and robust construction - features important in the professional camera segment. This lens was designed concurrently with the
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MFG# 11176
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The Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 24-90mm f/2.8-4 ASPH. Lens is very fast and offers a large range of focal lengths. A close focusing limit of 0.3 meters at its wide-angle setting and a maximum reproduction ratio of 1:3.8 at the telephoto end of the zoom range provide fascinating opportunities. Its...
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MFG# 26390
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The Pentax HD DA 645 28-45mm f/4.5 ED AW SR Zoom Lens is optimized to provide premium performance with the Pentax 645 Digital cameras. While this ultra wide angle zoom lens is ideal for landscape photography - capturing an expansive view, it is also the perfect lens for architectural photography...
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A zoom lens provides photographers with the unique advantage of multiple focal lengths all with a single lens. While some photographers opt for the "zoom with your feet" approach-physically moving closer to their subject-there are scenarios where that's simply not possible. In such instances, a zoom lens becomes an invaluable tool for bringing you closer to the action, ensuring that you never miss a moment. At Samy?s Camera, you?ll find a large selection of zoom lenses for use in long-range photography from top brands like Canon, Nikon, Sony, Sigma, Tamron, and more. We even have zoom lenses for the iPhone, so you can get the most out of your phone?s camera.

A camera zoom lens offers a range of focal lengths to provide versatility for everything from wildlife and sports to nature photography. Because you can shoot at different focal lengths with one lens, you may even be able to carry fewer camera lenses with you and reduce the weight of the camera gear you have to tote around. Shop zoom lenses at Samy?s camera and get close to the action today!

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What Is a Zoom Lens vs a Prime Lens?

Zoom lenses simply offer varying focal lengths, while a prime lens has a single, fixed focal point. Because they have fewer moving parts, prime lenses have traditionally been considered to produce sharper images. However, zoom lens technology has come a long way and is constantly improving. Today you can find extremely sharp professional zoom lenses and power zoom lenses that rival the image quality of prime lenses. Ultimately, the most important thing to consider is your photography goal - if you need a variety of focal lengths, you either need a zoom lens or multiple prime lenses.

Is a Zoom Lens the Same as a Telephoto Lens?

Zoom lenses are unique in that they can focus at a variety of focal lengths. Telephoto lenses, on the other hand, are lenses that boast a focal length of 60mm or more and may be either prime or zoom lenses. Though amateurs tend to confuse the two lens types, not all zoom lenses magnify the image enough to be considered telephoto.

Are Zoom Lenses Fast?

The speed of a lens, often referred to by its maximum aperture, varies from one model to another. While prime lenses often have larger apertures and are thus considered "faster," there are zoom lenses available with large apertures that can perform well in low light.

Can I Use Zoom Lenses for Portraits?

Yes, you can use a zoom lens for portraiture. Some photographers prefer the flexibility of being able to adjust their framing quickly without changing their position relative to the subject.

Are Zoom Lenses Good for Nature Photography?

Yes, the ability to change focal lengths quickly without swapping lenses makes zoom lenses particularly useful for capturing the unpredictability of nature.

What Does "Variable Aperture" Mean in Zoom Lenses?

Some zoom lenses have a variable aperture, meaning the maximum aperture changes depending on the zoom level. For example, a lens might have a maximum aperture of f/3.5 at 18mm and f/5.6 at 55mm. This is common in more budget-friendly zoom lenses.

Can I Achieve Bokeh with a Zoom Lens?

Yes, you can achieve bokeh effects with a zoom lens, especially those with larger maximum apertures. The quality of the bokeh will vary depending on the lens construction and aperture size.

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