Best Telephoto Lens For Birding
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Telephoto lenses are ideal for bird photography, as they allow you to get close to your subject without scaring them away. They also help you get a better view of the bird's plumage, allowing you to better identify it. Browse the top-ranked list of best telephoto lenses for birding below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Sony - E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS Telephoto Zoom Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black
Model: SEL70350GSKU: 6375673Top comment"great telephoto...T am using this lens on an A6400 for bird shots with both automatic and manual focus. ...Wonderful lightweight birding lens...Fantastic tack sharp lens. Great for wildlife. Very light."
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Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS Telephoto Zoom Lens Expand the capabilities of your APS-C camera with this Sony E70-350mm camera lens. The 70-350mm zoom range extends your subject coverage to include landscapes, wildlife and sporting events, while the built-in Optical SteadyShot technology lets you take blur-free images even at super telephoto lengths. This Sony E70-350mm camera lens has an AF/MF focus switch that easily switches between auto and manual focus.Top comment"great telephoto...T am using this lens on an A6400 for bird shots with both automatic and manual focus. ...Wonderful lightweight birding lens...Fantastic tack sharp lens. Great for wildlife. Very light."
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Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS Telephoto Zoom Lens Expand the capabilities of your APS-C camera with this Sony E70-350mm camera lens. The 70-350mm zoom range extends your subject coverage to include landscapes, wildlife and sporting events, while the built-in Optical SteadyShot technology lets you take blur-free images even at super telephoto lengths. This Sony E70-350mm camera lens has an AF/MF focus switch that easily switches between auto and manual focus.See all Mirrorless Long-Range Zoom Lenses
Nikon - NIKKOR Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR Telephoto Zoom Lens for Z Mount Cameras - Black
Model: 20117SKU: 6549135Top comment"Amazing lens. Works great for sports, birds l, insects and capturing the moon! ...Very good tele lens for the price. I use it for bird photography. ...Amazing Lens...Good lens"
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The NIKKOR Z 180-600 f/5.6-6.3 VR is comfortable and balanced for quick handheld shooting. Sharp and clear across the entire 180-600mm zoom range, and compatible with Nikon Z Teleconverters for up to 2x more reach. Capture thrilling photos and videos of wildlife, sports, aircraft and more.Top comment"Amazing lens. Works great for sports, birds l, insects and capturing the moon! ...Very good tele lens for the price. I use it for bird photography. ...Amazing Lens...Good lens"
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The NIKKOR Z 180-600 f/5.6-6.3 VR is comfortable and balanced for quick handheld shooting. Sharp and clear across the entire 180-600mm zoom range, and compatible with Nikon Z Teleconverters for up to 2x more reach. Capture thrilling photos and videos of wildlife, sports, aircraft and more.See all Mirrorless Lenses
Nikon - NIKKOR Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Super-Telephoto Lens for Z Series Mirrorless Cameras - Black
Model: 20106SKU: 6486708Top comment"Great Telephoto lens...Great lens. Bought for taking photos of wildlife in the trip to Alaska. ...Perfect for bird and nature photography!!...Awesome versatile lens!! Perfect for bird and nature photography!!"
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A versatile superpower that brings a 100mm–400mm super telephoto zoom range ideal for wildlife, sports and action together with premium S-Line optics, breathtaking image quality, effortless autofocus, rock-steady VR and comfortable handling—all in a travel-friendly package that brings so many shots within reach.Top comment"Great Telephoto lens...Great lens. Bought for taking photos of wildlife in the trip to Alaska. ...Perfect for bird and nature photography!!...Awesome versatile lens!! Perfect for bird and nature photography!!"
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A versatile superpower that brings a 100mm–400mm super telephoto zoom range ideal for wildlife, sports and action together with premium S-Line optics, breathtaking image quality, effortless autofocus, rock-steady VR and comfortable handling—all in a travel-friendly package that brings so many shots within reach.See all Mirrorless Prime Lenses
Nikon - NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR Telephoto Zoom Lens for Z Series Mirrorless Cameras - Black
Model: 20085SKU: 6385418Top comment"High quality telescope lens for this price. The lens is good enough to take pictures of birds and small animals! ...Telephoto Lens"
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Expand your photographic options with this NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR camera lens. The telephoto capability lets you get closer to the action and capture sports, concerts and wildlife shots and takes closeup portraits without distortions against a soft background. This NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR camera lens integrates Vibration Reduction image stabilization system to deliver non-shaky videos and sharp, clear photos.Top comment"High quality telescope lens for this price. The lens is good enough to take pictures of birds and small animals! ...Telephoto Lens"
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Expand your photographic options with this NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR camera lens. The telephoto capability lets you get closer to the action and capture sports, concerts and wildlife shots and takes closeup portraits without distortions against a soft background. This NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm f/4.5-6.3 VR camera lens integrates Vibration Reduction image stabilization system to deliver non-shaky videos and sharp, clear photos.See all Mirrorless Long-Range Zoom Lenses
Canon - RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM Telephoto Zoom Lensfor EOS R-Series Cameras - Black
Model: 5824C002SKU: 6535119Top comment"I take alot of photos of the birds in our yard. This len allowed me to get some great close shots....Canon RF Telephoto Lens...Great entry telephoto lens for those just getting into photography. "
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The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM telephoto zoom lens is a superb choice for photographers and videographers looking to add versatility and range to their lens collection. Compact and lightweight with Optical Image Stabilization for up to 4.5* equivalent stops of shake correction, Up to 7.0* equivalent stops of shake correction when paired with EOS R series cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS). It extends the camera's reach significantly, capturing sharp images of far away objects, even when handheld. It features Canon's amazing STM stepping motor supporting Canon's Movie Servo AF for smooth, quiet and continuous focus adjustments. The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lens features two UD lens elements that reduce chromatic aberration, helping to achieve excellent image quality with high resolution and contrast. A 7-blade circular aperture delivers beautiful, soft backgrounds. The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lens has a compact design thanks to a mechanical six-group zoom system that provides a maximum magnification of 0.28x at the telephoto end and a minimum focusing distance of 2.4 ft./0.73m (at 210mm), and 3.2 ft./1.0m (at 55mm).Top comment"I take alot of photos of the birds in our yard. This len allowed me to get some great close shots....Canon RF Telephoto Lens...Great entry telephoto lens for those just getting into photography. "
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The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM telephoto zoom lens is a superb choice for photographers and videographers looking to add versatility and range to their lens collection. Compact and lightweight with Optical Image Stabilization for up to 4.5* equivalent stops of shake correction, Up to 7.0* equivalent stops of shake correction when paired with EOS R series cameras featuring In-Body Image Stabilizer (IBIS). It extends the camera's reach significantly, capturing sharp images of far away objects, even when handheld. It features Canon's amazing STM stepping motor supporting Canon's Movie Servo AF for smooth, quiet and continuous focus adjustments. The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lens features two UD lens elements that reduce chromatic aberration, helping to achieve excellent image quality with high resolution and contrast. A 7-blade circular aperture delivers beautiful, soft backgrounds. The RF-S55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM lens has a compact design thanks to a mechanical six-group zoom system that provides a maximum magnification of 0.28x at the telephoto end and a minimum focusing distance of 2.4 ft./0.73m (at 210mm), and 3.2 ft./1.0m (at 55mm).See all DSLR Long-Range Zoom Lenses
Tamron - 18-400mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD All-In-One Telephoto Lens for Nikon APS-C DSLR Cameras - Black
Model: AFB028N700SKU: 5948023Top comment"Great lens!...I am so impressed with the quality photos taken w this lens. I mainly take pictures of sports, birds and nature. ...You can utilize the extended part of the lens to help balance your camera while filming."
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Only at Best Buy Travel with this Tamron 18-400mm lens in your camera bag, and take amazing up-close shots in any weather. The moisture-proof lens is up to the task of outdoor exposure and is compatible with Nikon APS-C format DSLR cameras. This Tamron 18-400mm lens is designed to handle every shot from portraits to landscapes with stunning clarity.Top comment"Great lens!...I am so impressed with the quality photos taken w this lens. I mainly take pictures of sports, birds and nature. ...You can utilize the extended part of the lens to help balance your camera while filming."
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Only at Best Buy Travel with this Tamron 18-400mm lens in your camera bag, and take amazing up-close shots in any weather. The moisture-proof lens is up to the task of outdoor exposure and is compatible with Nikon APS-C format DSLR cameras. This Tamron 18-400mm lens is designed to handle every shot from portraits to landscapes with stunning clarity.See all DSLR Long-Range Zoom Lenses
Tamron - 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Telephoto Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount - Black
Model: AFA056S700SKU: 6412696Top comment"Great Lens...Great product delivery's great quality pictures. Perfect for my sports len. Thinking of purchasing another lens from This brand. ...DO not purchase this for wildlife or birds, you'll be disappointed."
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The Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) is a large-aperture telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. The greatest feature is its outstanding performance even while attaining a fast F/2.8 aperture across the entire zoom range and offering the world's lightest and most compact package with a filter diameter of 67mm, maximum diameter of 81mm, 149mm (5.9 in) length (at the 70mm setting) and a weight of 810g (28.6 oz). Thanks to the generous use of special lens elements, the 70-180mm F/2.8 achieves excellent image quality, and with the short MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.85m (33.5 in), it also broadens the possibilities for photographic expression. For enhanced AF drive efficiency, Tamron has developed the VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive), a linear motor focus mechanism that delivers excellent quietness and agile performance, thereby producing the high level of autofocusing speed and precision. Additionally, a floating system is used to achieve excellent optical performance at all shooting distances. By simultaneously operating two VXD units via electronic control, the system produces clear and sharp images of all objects near and far. Moisture-resistant construction and Fluorine coating are employed to facilitate outdoor shooting, and the lens is fully compatible with camera-specific features like Fast Hybrid AF. This remarkable 70-180mm F/2.8 is the third member of Tamron's exciting trio of fast F/2.8 zoom lenses for full-frame mirrorless cameras.Top comment"Great Lens...Great product delivery's great quality pictures. Perfect for my sports len. Thinking of purchasing another lens from This brand. ...DO not purchase this for wildlife or birds, you'll be disappointed."
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The Tamron 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) is a large-aperture telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. The greatest feature is its outstanding performance even while attaining a fast F/2.8 aperture across the entire zoom range and offering the world's lightest and most compact package with a filter diameter of 67mm, maximum diameter of 81mm, 149mm (5.9 in) length (at the 70mm setting) and a weight of 810g (28.6 oz). Thanks to the generous use of special lens elements, the 70-180mm F/2.8 achieves excellent image quality, and with the short MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.85m (33.5 in), it also broadens the possibilities for photographic expression. For enhanced AF drive efficiency, Tamron has developed the VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive), a linear motor focus mechanism that delivers excellent quietness and agile performance, thereby producing the high level of autofocusing speed and precision. Additionally, a floating system is used to achieve excellent optical performance at all shooting distances. By simultaneously operating two VXD units via electronic control, the system produces clear and sharp images of all objects near and far. Moisture-resistant construction and Fluorine coating are employed to facilitate outdoor shooting, and the lens is fully compatible with camera-specific features like Fast Hybrid AF. This remarkable 70-180mm F/2.8 is the third member of Tamron's exciting trio of fast F/2.8 zoom lenses for full-frame mirrorless cameras.See all Mirrorless Long-Range Zoom Lenses
Nikon - NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR Telephoto Zoom Lens for Z Cameras - Black
Model: 20092SKU: 6402882Top comment"The lens is sharp enough for all my shots. I also own a Nikon 300, F/r prime lens that is sharper but use that for birding, and off-raod races where I like to say further away from the track, and the dust...Great lens...This lens is amazing. While I bought my pre-owned from Best-Buy, both ends were flawless and work great. "
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Capture detailed pictures and videos with this Nikon NIKKOR 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR zoom lens. Optical Vibration Reduction helps steady your shots when moving, and the Z-mount design delivers evenly illuminated photos. This lightweight Nikon NIKKOR 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR zoom lens offers near-silent performance for distraction-free video footage, while the dust-resistant and drip-resistant construction withstands the elements.Top comment"The lens is sharp enough for all my shots. I also own a Nikon 300, F/r prime lens that is sharper but use that for birding, and off-raod races where I like to say further away from the track, and the dust...Great lens...This lens is amazing. While I bought my pre-owned from Best-Buy, both ends were flawless and work great. "
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Capture detailed pictures and videos with this Nikon NIKKOR 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR zoom lens. Optical Vibration Reduction helps steady your shots when moving, and the Z-mount design delivers evenly illuminated photos. This lightweight Nikon NIKKOR 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR zoom lens offers near-silent performance for distraction-free video footage, while the dust-resistant and drip-resistant construction withstands the elements.See all Mirrorless Long-Range Zoom Lenses
Canon - RF70-200mm F4 L IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - White
Model: 4318C002SKU: 6439619Top comment"Light, sharp, fast, and short lens. Great choice for walking through the woods looking for birds....Telephoto Lens f4 Budget...F4 70-200 mm lens for RF gives great picture in budget for new mirrorless cameras for beginners"
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The RF70-200mm F4 L IS USM is a telephoto zoom lens delivering impressive image quality along with superb mobility as our shortest and lightest 70-200mm f/4 lens to date. Designed for the EOS R System, this lens takes advantage of the large diameter mount and short back focus distance of the RF mount to maintain high image quality while being more compact and portable so you’ll be even more inclined to take it with you on your travels. Results are stunning thanks to 4 UD lenses which help correct chromatic aberration and keep colors vivid, reduced ghosting provided by Air-Sphere Coating (ASC), and Optical Image Stabilization* plus coordinated Optical Image Stabilizer and In-Body Image Stabilizer** for amazingly clear, crisp images at slow shutter speeds and smooth video footage. There’s also dual Nano USMs contributing to a short minimum focusing distance and high-speed autofocus for still shooting and near-silent, smooth autofocus during movie shooting. These features and more, combined with the confidence to shoot in almost any condition with dust- and weather resistant seals and fluorine coating, make the RF70-200mm F4 L IS USM lens a solid performer for any situation.Top comment"Light, sharp, fast, and short lens. Great choice for walking through the woods looking for birds....Telephoto Lens f4 Budget...F4 70-200 mm lens for RF gives great picture in budget for new mirrorless cameras for beginners"
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The RF70-200mm F4 L IS USM is a telephoto zoom lens delivering impressive image quality along with superb mobility as our shortest and lightest 70-200mm f/4 lens to date. Designed for the EOS R System, this lens takes advantage of the large diameter mount and short back focus distance of the RF mount to maintain high image quality while being more compact and portable so you’ll be even more inclined to take it with you on your travels. Results are stunning thanks to 4 UD lenses which help correct chromatic aberration and keep colors vivid, reduced ghosting provided by Air-Sphere Coating (ASC), and Optical Image Stabilization* plus coordinated Optical Image Stabilizer and In-Body Image Stabilizer** for amazingly clear, crisp images at slow shutter speeds and smooth video footage. There’s also dual Nano USMs contributing to a short minimum focusing distance and high-speed autofocus for still shooting and near-silent, smooth autofocus during movie shooting. These features and more, combined with the confidence to shoot in almost any condition with dust- and weather resistant seals and fluorine coating, make the RF70-200mm F4 L IS USM lens a solid performer for any situation.See all Camera Lenses
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