The best Nikon lenses you can buy - Android

Nikon lenses are sure to be in high demand, given the company is one of the two photography giants. Whether you are a beginner looking to upgrade from your kit lens, or a seasoned photographer looking for your next optical upgrade, there’s a wide selection of Nikon lenses.

Sometimes it’s hard to find the best Nikon lens in a sea of options, so we are making the task easier by curating a list of the very best Nikon glass in the market.

Important terms:

• Focal length
• Aperture

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The best Nikon lenses:

Editor’s note: This list of the best Nikon lenses will be updated regularly as new products launch.

1. Nikon AF-S FX Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G

My Nikon 50mm f/1.8 lens is by far my most valuable investment in photography

Edgar Cervantes

My 50mm f/1.8 is by far my most valuable investment in photography — I shoot like 70% of my photos with it. These prime lenses have great image quality, the 50mm focal length is ideal for many purposes, and the f/1.8 aperture is plenty fast. Most importantly, these 50mm f/1.8 lenses tend to be insanely affordable. This is the cheapest lens in this list, and it is definitely one of the best Nikon lenses you can get. We believe every photographer should have this Nikon lens in their bag.

2. Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED

Nikon lenses can get very expensive, so those looking to spend less on glass in the long run will love this product. The focal length on this Nikon lens is 28-300mm, which means it can be used for all types of photography. Whether you want a wide shot of a scene or a sports close-up, this Nikon lens has you covered. You just have to live with a tighter aperture of f/3.5-5.6.

3. Nikon AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED

Everyone needs a good macro lens in their camera bag. Macro lenses allow the shooter to focus at very close distances, and this Nikon lens has a minimum focus distance of 1.03ft. That is very close considering the focal length is 105mm.

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This is great for getting close-up shots of everything, but it is also amazing for general photography and portraits. Not to mention its f/2.8 aperture and long focal distance create a beautiful bokeh. Though it is not a cheap Nikon lens, it is an industry favorite and costs under a grand.

4. Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR 10-20mm f/4.5-5.6G VR

We don't like recommending Nikon DX lenses, but FX glass can cost five times the price.

Edgar Cervantes

We don’t like recommending DX lenses made for APS-C cameras because it’s better to future-proof yourself. By getting FX lenses you are able to take your expensive Nikon lenses with you once you upgrade to a full frame camera. With that said, we still wanted to include an inexpensive Nikon lens for wide-angle shots, as the other worthy competitor is five times the price. This lens can take great scenic photos thanks to its 10-20mm focal length. Its aperture is not as wide, but f/4.5-5.6 works well in most super wide-angle situations and the price is set under $300.

5. Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED

If you want the absolute best wide-angle Nikon lens and money is no impediment, this one is a total jewel. This lens comes with a 14-24mm focal length and an f/2.8 non-variable aperture. This means the aperture doesn’t close up as you zoom in. This is the first lens of what photographers call the “holy trinity” of lenses, which is a collection of three lenses that should be in every pro photographer’s repertoire. The other two are right below.

6. Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR

The 24-70mm f/2.8 is the holy grail of Nikon lenses.

Edgar Cervantes

The 24-70mm f/2.8 is considered the holy grail of Nikon lenses. Any professional has or wants this beauty for its great glass and wide f/2.8 aperture. The 24-70mm focal length is also great for most general photography purposes. It doesn’t get much better than this Nikon lens, but be prepared to pay a pretty penny for it.

7. Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR

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