Photography Equipment Guides, Tips and Tricks in 2026

Best Budget Lenses [cy]: 12 Affordable Optics That Deliver Professional Results - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Budget Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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Upgrading from a kit lens doesn’t require spending thousands of dollars. I’ve spent 15 years shooting with everything from entry-level gear to professional equipment, and I’m convinced that budget lenses…

Best Pancake Lenses [cy]: 10 Ultra-Compact Options Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Pancake Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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Pancake lenses transform bulky mirrorless cameras into pocketable everyday companions. After testing compact lenses across six camera systems, I found the perfect pancake depends entirely on your mount and budget.…

Best Tilt-Shift Lenses - ofzenandcomputing

9 Best Tilt-Shift Lenses in January 2026 (Complete Guide)

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I spent 15 years shooting architecture without tilt-shift lenses. Every interior shot meant wrestling with converging verticals in post-processing. Every tall building looked like it was falling backward. Then I…

Best Fisheye Lenses [cy]: 10 Top Picks for Creative Photography - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best Fisheye Lenses in January 2026 (Top Picks for Creative Photography)

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The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 8mm F1.8 FISHEYE PRO is the best fisheye lens for most photographers, offering the world’s fastest f/1.8 aperture with exceptional weather sealing and fast autofocus.…

Best 100mm Macro Lenses [cy]: 10 Models Tested for Sharpness & Bokeh - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best 100mm Macro Lenses in January 2026 (Tested for Sharpness & Bokeh)

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After testing macro lenses across three camera systems and spending countless hours shooting everything from jewelry to jumping spiders, I’ve learned that 100mm is the sweet spot for macro photography.…

Best 24-70mm Lenses: 10 Top-Rated Options Tested - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best 24-70mm Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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After spending 15 years shooting everything from corporate events to destination weddings, I’ve learned that lens choice matters more than camera body. The 24-70mm f/2.8 stays on my camera 80%…

Best Macro Lenses [cy]: 12 Top-Rated Options for Every Camera - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Macro Lenses in January 2026 (Top-Rated Options for Every Camera)

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Macro photography opens up an entirely new world, revealing details invisible to the naked eye. From the intricate patterns on a butterfly’s wings to the delicate stamens of a flower,…

Best 135mm Lenses [cy]: 10 Top Picks for Every Budget - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best 135mm Lenses in January 2026 (Top Picks for Every Budget)

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After spending 15 years shooting portraits professionally, I’ve learned that focal length choice matters more than most photographers realize. The 135mm lens sits in that sweet spot between 85mm and…

Best 24mm Lenses: Expert Reviews for Sony, Nikon, Canon (2025) - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best 24mm Lenses in January 2026 (Expert Reviews for Sony, Nikon, Canon)

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After testing 24mm lenses across five different camera systems over the past two years, I’ve learned this focal length is the most versatile wide-angle prime you can own. The best…

Best 85mm Lenses [cy]: 10 Top Options for Portrait Photography - ofzenandcomputing

10 Best 85mm Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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After shooting portraits with various focal lengths for over a decade, I’ve found that 85mm lenses occupy a special place in every photographer’s bag. The 85mm focal length delivers flattering…

Best 35mm Lenses [cy]: 12 Top Picks for Sony, Canon, Nikon & Fuji - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best 35mm Lenses in January 2026 (Top Picks for Sony, Canon, Nikon & Fuji)

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After testing dozens of lenses across multiple camera systems over the past five years, I’ve learned that 35mm is the most versatile focal length any photographer can own. It’s wide…

Best Super Telephoto Lenses [cy]: 8 Top Picks Tested - ofzenandcomputing

8 Best Super Telephoto Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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After spending years photographing wildlife from awkward distances with inadequate gear, I learned the hard way that super telephoto lenses are either a game-changer or a frustrating waste of money.…

Best Telephoto Lenses [cy]: 12 Top Picks for Wildlife, Sports, and Portraits - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Telephoto Lenses in January 2026 (Top Picks for Wildlife, Sports, & Portraits)

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After spending 15 years photographing everything from tiny birds to distant landscapes, I’ve learned that telephoto lenses are the gateway to capturing the world we can’t physically approach. These lenses…

Best Camera Lenses: 15 Top Picks for Every Photographer - ofzenandcomputing

15 Best Camera Lenses in January 2026 (Top Picks for Every Photographer)

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Walking through a camera store, I’ve watched countless photographers stare at wall-to-wall lenses looking completely overwhelmed. After testing lenses across 15 different models and spending thousands on my own kit,…

Best Standard Zoom Lenses [cy]: 12 Top Models Tested - ofzenandcomputing

12 Best Standard Zoom Lenses in January 2026 (Tested)

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After testing dozens of lenses across multiple camera systems over the past five years, I’ve learned that a standard zoom lens is the most important piece of glass in any…

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