Camera Lenses Guides, Tips and Tricks in 2026

Best Sony E-Mount Lenses [cy]: 12 Top Picks for Full-Frame & APS-C - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Sony E-Mount Lenses in January 2026 (Top Picks for Full-Frame & APS-C)

Reviews

After shooting with Sony Alpha cameras for over five years, I’ve watched the E-mount ecosystem explode from a handful of lenses to over 70 native options from Sony alone, plus…

Best Sony Prime Lenses: 12 Expert-Reviewed Options in 2026 - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Sony Prime Lenses in January 2026 (Expert-Reviewed Options)

Buying Guides

After shooting with Sony Alpha cameras for seven years and testing dozens of lenses across my photography career, I’ve learned that prime lenses are where the real magic happens. My…

Best Nikon Z Lenses Under $1000 [cy]: 12 Budget-Friendly Options - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Nikon Z Lenses Under $1000 in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

Nikon’s Z-mount system has matured significantly since 2018, but quality glass still comes at a premium. After spending $4,200 testing 15 different lenses on my Z6 and Z50 over the…

Best Canon RF Prime Lenses: Expert Reviews & Buying Guide [cy] - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Canon RF Prime Lenses in January 2026 (Buying Guide)

Product Reviews

The Canon RF mount system has matured significantly since its 2018 launch, offering photographers an impressive selection of prime lenses that simply didn’t exist in the DSLR era. After spending…

Best Sony Lenses Under $1000: Expert Reviews & Buying Guide - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Sony Lenses Under $1000 in January 2026 (Buying Guide)

Buying Guides

When I bought my first Sony full-frame camera, I quickly realized the body was only half the equation. The lenses make or break your photography, but Sony’s G Master lineup…

Best Canon RF Lenses Under $1000 [cy]: 8 Budget Gems Tested - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Canon RF Lenses Under $1000 in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

Building a quality lens collection for the Canon EOS R system doesn’t require emptying your savings account. After testing over 20 RF lenses and spending countless hours analyzing real-world performance,…

Best Sony Lenses for Video: 10 Expert-Tested Options - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Sony Lenses for Video in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

Sony’s E-mount system has grown into the most extensive lens ecosystem in the mirrorless world. After shooting with Sony Alpha cameras for over five years and testing dozens of lenses…

Best Nikon Z Lenses for Portraits in 2025: 10 Top Options Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Nikon Z Lenses for Portraits in January 2026 (Tested)

Photography

After shooting portraits with Nikon Z cameras for over four years, I’ve tested nearly every native lens in the lineup. The Z-mount’s short flange distance enables optical designs that simply…

Best Canon RF Lenses for Portraits: 10 Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Canon RF Lenses for Portraits in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

After testing portrait lenses across three price brackets and shooting conditions ranging from dim indoor studios to golden hour outdoor sessions, I’ve identified the lenses that actually deliver professional results.…

Best Viltrox Lenses [cy]: 6 Top Picks for Sony & Fuji - ofzenandcomputing

6 Best Viltrox Lenses in January 2026 (Top Picks for Sony & Fuji)

Photography Equipment

Viltrox has emerged as one of the most compelling third-party lens manufacturers in recent years, offering fast primes that cost 40-60% less than native options while delivering surprisingly impressive optical…

Best Sony Lenses for Portraits [cy]: 10 Expert-Reviewed Options - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Sony Lenses for Portraits in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

I’ve spent countless hours testing portrait lenses across various Sony camera bodies, from the A7III to the A1, and the difference between a kit lens and a dedicated portrait optic…

12 Best Tamron Lenses: Expert Reviews & Guide (2026) - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Tamron Lenses in January 2026 (Expert Reviews & Guide)

Reviews

After testing 15+ Tamron lenses across Sony, Nikon, Canon, and Fujifilm mounts over the past two years, I’ve seen how this Japanese manufacturer delivers professional-quality optics at 40-60% less than…

Best Nikon Z Lenses: 12 Top Picks for Mirrorless Photography - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Nikon Z Lenses in January 2026 (Top Picks for Mirrorless Photography)

Buying Guides

After testing the Nikon Z system extensively since its launch, I’ve watched it mature from a handful of lenses into a comprehensive optical system that rivals anything on the market.…

12 Best Canon RF Lenses [cy] - Expert Reviews & Buying Guide - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Canon RF Lenses in January 2026 (Buying Guide)

Buying Guides

After switching to Canon’s mirrorless system in 2020, I spent months testing RF lenses for everything from wedding photography to landscape work. The Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM is…

Best Lenses for Concert Photography - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Lenses for Concert Photography in January 2026 (Tested)

Buying Guides

I’ve spent the last decade photographing concerts ranging from cramped dive bars to massive festival stages. In that time, I’ve learned that your lens choice matters more than almost any…

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