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Great Nikon Budget Lenses - Stunning photographs for a stunning price

Lenses are expensive and great lenses cost even more. While DSLR prices have fallen to the point where great cameras may be purchased under the $1000 threshold, professional glass prices begin at $1000. Even so, we have found several lenses for Nikon APS-C cropped sensor cameras that achieve professional results for a discounted price.

Lenses are expensive and great lenses cost even more. While DSLR prices have fallen to the point where great cameras may be purchased under the $1000 threshold, professional glass prices begin at $1000. Even so, we have found several lenses for Nikon APS-C cropped sensor cameras that achieve professional results for a discounted price.

NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8GFor under $200 this 50mm f/1.8G brand new lens commonly referred to as the ‘Plastic Fantastic’ offers great optical quality and a very wide maximum aperture for an unbelievable price. While the build quality leaves something to be desired, this is an unbelievable performer for a great price and a must have for any beginning photographer.

NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4GOffering better build quality, better optics, and a larger maximum aperture than its little brother, the 50mm f/1.4G SWM boasts an Silent Wave Motor for fast and accurate focusing with great build quality and results. As a perfect all around performer, this lens will rarely leave your camera once attached. While a little soft at f/1.4 this 50mm offers unbelievable levels of sharpness at f/2.8

NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8For those desiring macro abilities without losing the perfect all around focal length, the 60mm f/2.8 is an all around great performer. Sharp as a tack with great build quality and size, this lens offers stunning results for a reasonable price. Full 1:1 Macro capabilities at f/2.8 make this lens even more of a gem and keep it close to the top of my bag.

NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8GFor the full time macro shooters, Nikon's 105mm f/2.8 SWM Macro lens is the perfect choice. Great sharpness, impressive max aperture of f/2, and image stabilization present a dream spec sheet for a lens priced under $500. Full 1:1 macro shooting at a full 105mm or 168mm (35mm equivalent), allow you to gather perfect macro shots from a distance. This is imperative to those looking to not disturb sensitive creatures.

Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8For those wanting the ease of a zoom lens with great wide angle and a perfect 50mm focal length for portraits, the Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 OS has it all. Wide open max aperture of f/2.8, full image stabilization, and great optical performance ensure great results for a decently priced $669.

Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8On the telephoto front, Sigma’s 70-200mm f/2.8 offers a great zoom range with wide open max apertures. While not as sharp as the Canon equivalent, it makes a name for itself by offering good performance for half the price.

Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8For the wide angle enthusiasts, Tokina’s 11-16 f/2.8 offers great wide angle shots without losing the coveted max aperture of f/2.8. This insures great indoor and low light performance at very wide angles.

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