What do these five lenses have in common? Odds are, you can’t afford them, because they are the most expensive lenses designed for 35mm format cameras that Adorama sells. Their audience is specific and limited… and well-heeled. They’re also a great way to put that $900 zoom lens you’ve been thinking about investing in into the proper perspective.
Are there more expensive lenses? Absolutely. Cine lenses can cost as much as $100,000. But for still photography, here are the five priciest. Read on, and dream on…
5 Most Expensive Lenses for Still Photography:
Sigma APO 200-500mm f/2.8 with 2x Teleconverter
Affectionately known as the Sigmonster, the Sigma 200-500mm f/2.8 measures roughly 9×29 inches and weighs around 46 pounds. It delivers super-sharp results, and is the fastest lens in its focal range. Designed for astrophotography, wildlife, and sports photography, it comes with a 2x telephoto adapter that brings its focal range up to 1000mm. It comes with a clear filter, circular polarizer filter, battery and charger, and a trunk case — because this baby is huge.
Available for Sigma, Nikon, and Canon DSLR cameras.
Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm F/2.8 TC VR S Lens
The Nikon NIKKOR 400mm F/2.8 TC VR S Lens is a high-speed beast in its class. With a maximum aperture of F/2.8, this lens offers a sharp and fast shutter with built in VR Image Stabilization, guaranteeing sharp photos, especially when combined with the Nikon Z9. With its built-in 1.4x teleconverter, you will also get a 560mm internal option.
Canon RF 600mm F/4 L IS USM Lens
The RF 600mm F/4 Lens is currently the longest telephoto lens currently in the RF series. Aimed at advanced and professional photographers, this lens is the perfect lens for wildlife and sports photography. The revolutionary in-body IS system allows photographers to use this lens on the move, without losing sharpness.
Sony FE 600mm F/4 GM OSS E-Mount Lens
The Sony FE 600mm F/4 GM OSS E-Mount Lens is the light in its class. Two dynamic XD motors provide fast, precise, AF and reliable tracking. It is compatible with the Sony 1.4x and 2x teleconverters. A dust and moisture resistant coating will keep your gear safe and untouched in the ever-changing outdoor conditions.
Leica 75mm f/1.25 Noctilux-M Aspherical
No list of astronomically-priced lenses would be complete without a Leica. The manual-focus, M-mount Leica 75mm f/1.25 Noctilux-M is the fastest portrait lens Leica has ever developed for its legendary rangefinder system, and the world’s fastest 75mm aspherical lens. Its wide aperture produces very thin depth of field and soft bokeh that combines both sharp focus and dreamy backgrounds, an effect portrait photographers love.
