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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for best standard zoom lens.

A zoom lens is a must-have for any photographer, whether you're shooting sports, wildlife, or portraits. The ability to adjust your focal length quickly and easily can be the difference between a good shot and a great shot. Browse the top-ranked list of best standard zoom lens below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. EF-S18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens for Canon EOS DSLR Cameras - black - Front_Zoom
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    "a great lens for intermediate zoom with a great wide angle 18mm.for all but the most demanding long range zooms, this is the one, and is reasonably fast at a good price....Love this lens, use it for everything over the standard lens that came with the Canon Rebel T6. ...GREAT MEDIUM ZOOM LENS...Great Lens for Canon"

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    Canon EF-S 18-135mm 1:3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens: Get a versatile lens with the Canon 18-135mm IS lens. Smooth, silent autofocus combines with powerful image stabilization that gives you up to 4 stops of shake correction to deliver sharp images quickly. At 18mm, you get wide-angle images, but at 135mm, this Canon 18-135mm IS lens gets you even closer to the action.
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    "a great lens for intermediate zoom with a great wide angle 18mm.for all but the most demanding long range zooms, this is the one, and is reasonably fast at a good price....Love this lens, use it for everything over the standard lens that came with the Canon Rebel T6. ...GREAT MEDIUM ZOOM LENS...Great Lens for Canon"

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    Canon EF-S 18-135mm 1:3.5-5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens: Get a versatile lens with the Canon 18-135mm IS lens. Smooth, silent autofocus combines with powerful image stabilization that gives you up to 4 stops of shake correction to deliver sharp images quickly. At 18mm, you get wide-angle images, but at 135mm, this Canon 18-135mm IS lens gets you even closer to the action.
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  2. Canon - RF24-105mm F4-7.1 IS STM Standard Zoom Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Camera zoom lens...Get this zoom lens for the cannon camera , so so good....A way BETTER LENS than the stock 18-55. This lens has the right focal lengths. "

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    Capture clear shots consistently with this Canon RF standard zoom lens. Optical image correction provides up to five stops of shake correction for clean shots, and the Center Macro Focus helps capture photos as close as an inch away. This Canon RF standard zoom lens features an optical control ring that lets you quickly change the settings.
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    "Camera zoom lens...Get this zoom lens for the cannon camera , so so good....A way BETTER LENS than the stock 18-55. This lens has the right focal lengths. "

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    Capture clear shots consistently with this Canon RF standard zoom lens. Optical image correction provides up to five stops of shake correction for clean shots, and the Center Macro Focus helps capture photos as close as an inch away. This Canon RF standard zoom lens features an optical control ring that lets you quickly change the settings.
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  3. Fujifilm - XF 16-55mm R LM WR Standard Zoom Lens for X-Mount Cameras - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "It's the almost the size of a full frame zoom. If the size doesn't bother you, then it's perfect...Great lens for Fuji cameras...I really enjoy using myfuififilm XM 16-55 r lm war standard zoom lens for fujifilm x mount cameras. It is really sharp for the landscape images that I shoot with it."

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    This Fujifilm XF16-55MM telephoto zoom lens offers Nano-GI along with HT-EBC coatings across the surface of the lens to prevent ghosting and flaring from diagonal light. The Linear Motor offers fast, quiet autofocus.
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    "It's the almost the size of a full frame zoom. If the size doesn't bother you, then it's perfect...Great lens for Fuji cameras...I really enjoy using myfuififilm XM 16-55 r lm war standard zoom lens for fujifilm x mount cameras. It is really sharp for the landscape images that I shoot with it."

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    This Fujifilm XF16-55MM telephoto zoom lens offers Nano-GI along with HT-EBC coatings across the surface of the lens to prevent ghosting and flaring from diagonal light. The Linear Motor offers fast, quiet autofocus.
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  4. NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S Standard Zoom Lens for Nikon Z Cameras - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Lens is good but not worth the price....Better use a FTZ if you have a AF-S zoom lens lying around. I have a 18-105 AF-S lens old lens and I did not find much difference in photo quality unless you zoom and try to locate aberration which most average photographers don't do. ...Great everyday or travel lens...Solid construction and good feel. Smooth zoom action, very quiet auto focus. Paired with a Z5! "

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    Capture everything from wide-angle views to close-ups with this 24-70mm Nikon NIKKOR Z zoom lens. A constant f/4 max aperture allows consistent exposure at any zoom setting, while the new optical formula provides faithful color reproduction with virtually no flare or chromatic aberration. This lightweight Nikon NIKKOR Z zoom lens is durable for everyday use.
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    "Lens is good but not worth the price....Better use a FTZ if you have a AF-S zoom lens lying around. I have a 18-105 AF-S lens old lens and I did not find much difference in photo quality unless you zoom and try to locate aberration which most average photographers don't do. ...Great everyday or travel lens...Solid construction and good feel. Smooth zoom action, very quiet auto focus. Paired with a Z5! "

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    Capture everything from wide-angle views to close-ups with this 24-70mm Nikon NIKKOR Z zoom lens. A constant f/4 max aperture allows consistent exposure at any zoom setting, while the new optical formula provides faithful color reproduction with virtually no flare or chromatic aberration. This lightweight Nikon NIKKOR Z zoom lens is durable for everyday use.
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  5. Nikon - NIKKOR Z 24-120mm f/4 S Standard Zoom Lens for Z Series Mirrorless Cameras - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Amazing standard zoom. I have always felt a 24-70 to be a bit short for my style. ...Excellent travel lens...Versatile zoom range, sharp. Used it on a trip and it’s the only lens I needed."

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    Go from 24mm wide angle views to 120mm telephoto close-ups and everything in between with spectacular image quality. The NIKKOR Z 24-120 f/4 S brings a versatile all-purpose zoom range together with premium S-Line optics, a constant f/4 aperture, close focusing, robust weather-sealing and superior resolution—all in a compact, travel-friendly package.
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    "Amazing standard zoom. I have always felt a 24-70 to be a bit short for my style. ...Excellent travel lens...Versatile zoom range, sharp. Used it on a trip and it’s the only lens I needed."

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    Go from 24mm wide angle views to 120mm telephoto close-ups and everything in between with spectacular image quality. The NIKKOR Z 24-120 f/4 S brings a versatile all-purpose zoom range together with premium S-Line optics, a constant f/4 aperture, close focusing, robust weather-sealing and superior resolution—all in a compact, travel-friendly package.
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  6. Tamron - 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount - Front_Zoom
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    "The best zoom lens for Sony FE...The best Sony fe zoom lens for beginners and do-it-all’ers. ...The Tamron 28-75mm XD G2 Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount is a compact and versatile option for Sony Alpha cameras. "

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    The Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Model A063) provides outstanding resolution and superb overall performance in a lightweight and compact zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. High definition and spectacular image quality are the key areas of advancements. The Model A063 features a redesigned optical system but maintains a size similar to its predecessor. The lens provides exceptionally strong optical performance, edge-to-edge across the frame, throughout the entire zoom range, along with the soft, beautiful bokeh effects that are distinctive to fast aperture lenses. The lens features Tamron’s VXD autofocus motor to enable high speed, high precision auto-focusing. Closeup shooting capabilities have also been improved and achieve an MOD of 7.1” at 28mm and a maximum image magnification ratio of 1:2.7. It is equipped with new, groundbreaking features that enable users to easily perform customization and firmware updates themselves. For example, users can reverse the direction of the focus ring for manual focus operation. Additionally, Tamron has adopted a new design with improved ergonomics and revised the exterior coating of the lens body to improve scratch resistance. The filter size is 67mm, which is standard among Tamron's fast aperture zoom lens series and enables the sharing of lens caps, filters, and other accessories. In addition to features such as Moisture-Resistant Construction and a protective Fluorine Coating, the lens supports various features built into Sony E-Mount cameras, including Fast Hybrid AF, Eye AF and in-camera lens corrections (shading, chromatic aberration, distortion).
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    "The best zoom lens for Sony FE...The best Sony fe zoom lens for beginners and do-it-all’ers. ...The Tamron 28-75mm XD G2 Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount is a compact and versatile option for Sony Alpha cameras. "

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    The Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Model A063) provides outstanding resolution and superb overall performance in a lightweight and compact zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. High definition and spectacular image quality are the key areas of advancements. The Model A063 features a redesigned optical system but maintains a size similar to its predecessor. The lens provides exceptionally strong optical performance, edge-to-edge across the frame, throughout the entire zoom range, along with the soft, beautiful bokeh effects that are distinctive to fast aperture lenses. The lens features Tamron’s VXD autofocus motor to enable high speed, high precision auto-focusing. Closeup shooting capabilities have also been improved and achieve an MOD of 7.1” at 28mm and a maximum image magnification ratio of 1:2.7. It is equipped with new, groundbreaking features that enable users to easily perform customization and firmware updates themselves. For example, users can reverse the direction of the focus ring for manual focus operation. Additionally, Tamron has adopted a new design with improved ergonomics and revised the exterior coating of the lens body to improve scratch resistance. The filter size is 67mm, which is standard among Tamron's fast aperture zoom lens series and enables the sharing of lens caps, filters, and other accessories. In addition to features such as Moisture-Resistant Construction and a protective Fluorine Coating, the lens supports various features built into Sony E-Mount cameras, including Fast Hybrid AF, Eye AF and in-camera lens corrections (shading, chromatic aberration, distortion).
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  7. Sony - FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Full-frame constant-aperture standard zoom G Master lens - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Superb lens every period...Just Fantastic !!! It’s the best zoom lens I have tried...Best zoom lens and I love it. Great for any purpose."

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    The full force of Sony’s latest lens technology brings stunning G Master resolution and exquisite bokeh together in the Full Frame F2.8 constant aperture Standard Zoom lens.
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    "Superb lens every period...Just Fantastic !!! It’s the best zoom lens I have tried...Best zoom lens and I love it. Great for any purpose."

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    The full force of Sony’s latest lens technology brings stunning G Master resolution and exquisite bokeh together in the Full Frame F2.8 constant aperture Standard Zoom lens.
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  8. Sony - E 16-55mm F2.8 G Standard Zoom Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Sony Camera Lens...Exceptionally ggod Zoom Lens. I am very happy with it. It provides clarity and sharp color to my Photos....This lens is by far the best Standard Zoom for the Sony APS-C line of cameras, specially the a6600 which has in-body stabilization. "

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    Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Standard Zoom Lens Capture a wide range of subjects for stunning portraits and everyday shots with this Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G lens. The Nano AR coating is flare and ghost-resistant for high-resolution crisp contrast, while the nine-blade circular aperture adds a more natural bokeh effect to your photos. This Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G lens features a compact and lightweight design for easy carrying.
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    "Sony Camera Lens...Exceptionally ggod Zoom Lens. I am very happy with it. It provides clarity and sharp color to my Photos....This lens is by far the best Standard Zoom for the Sony APS-C line of cameras, specially the a6600 which has in-body stabilization. "

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    Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Standard Zoom Lens Capture a wide range of subjects for stunning portraits and everyday shots with this Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G lens. The Nano AR coating is flare and ghost-resistant for high-resolution crisp contrast, while the nine-blade circular aperture adds a more natural bokeh effect to your photos. This Sony E 16-55mm f/2.8 G lens features a compact and lightweight design for easy carrying.
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  9. Canon - RF24-70mm F2.8L IS USM Standard Zoom Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "This is the essential and fantastic standard zoom lens. Super sharp, fast and great rendering. ...Canon - RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM Standard Zoom Lens...Amazing lens. Super fast, super quiet, and tack sharp."

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    Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM Standard Zoom Lens: Focus in and frame every detail with this Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 USM lens. Compatible with Canon EOS R mirrorless camera bodies, this lens delivers a fast, seamless fit for shooting on the fly. Near-silent auto-focus is ideal for video shooting, while the five-stop image stabilization technology on this Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 USM lens ensures a clear shot in any lighting condition.
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    "This is the essential and fantastic standard zoom lens. Super sharp, fast and great rendering. ...Canon - RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM Standard Zoom Lens...Amazing lens. Super fast, super quiet, and tack sharp."

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    Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM Standard Zoom Lens: Focus in and frame every detail with this Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 USM lens. Compatible with Canon EOS R mirrorless camera bodies, this lens delivers a fast, seamless fit for shooting on the fly. Near-silent auto-focus is ideal for video shooting, while the five-stop image stabilization technology on this Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 USM lens ensures a clear shot in any lighting condition.
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  10. Canon - RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM Standard Zoom for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black - Front_Zoom
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    "Perfect travel RF zoom lens...It's the perfect travel zoom lens as it's smaller and weighs less than its RF 24-70 f/2.8L brother (also a phenomenal lens in its own right), and it's only one stop slower. ...Great standard zoom for canon RF cameras. Uisning with a canon R5,"

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    Photograph with clarity, speed and precision by using this 24-105mm Canon zoom lens. The refined, lightweight design attaches easily, while the broad zoom range and optical image stabilization let you capture quality images indoors and out. The fluorine coating protects this Canon zoom lens from dust and water to ensure durability.
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    "Perfect travel RF zoom lens...It's the perfect travel zoom lens as it's smaller and weighs less than its RF 24-70 f/2.8L brother (also a phenomenal lens in its own right), and it's only one stop slower. ...Great standard zoom for canon RF cameras. Uisning with a canon R5,"

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    Photograph with clarity, speed and precision by using this 24-105mm Canon zoom lens. The refined, lightweight design attaches easily, while the broad zoom range and optical image stabilization let you capture quality images indoors and out. The fluorine coating protects this Canon zoom lens from dust and water to ensure durability.
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