Lenses

Editors' rating: 4 stars
User rating: 4 stars out of 4 reviews

$948 to $1,272 at 14 stores

Canon EF 70-200mm f4 IS USM L Reviewed on 10/06/2008

The Bottom Line: The Canon EF 70-200mm f4 IS USM L lens is a professional grade 70-200mm lens without the size and heft, as well as price, as found in f2.8 versions.

Specs: 1.5 lbs

Nikon AF-S DX VR 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G IF-ED

Editors' rating: 3h stars
User rating: 3h stars out of 14 reviews

$525 to $799 at 21 stores

Nikon AF-S DX VR 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G IF-ED Reviewed on 07/21/2008

The Bottom Line: Though you pay for the convenience, the Nikon AF-S DX VR 18-200mm f3.5-5.6 G IF ED covers a range that would normally take two lenses, yet remains compact with a solid build.

Specs: 19.8 oz

Editors' rating: 3h stars

$227 to $349 at 16 stores

Canon EF-S 55-250mm f4.0-5.6 IS lens Reviewed on 06/27/2008

The Bottom Line: A lightweight, compact design coupled with its stabilized 400mm-equivalent focal length zoom and affordable price make the Canon EF-S 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS a versatile lens for entry-level shooters and amateurs on a budget.

Specs: 13.8 oz

Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm f3.5-5.6 G ED VR lens

Editors' rating: 3h stars

$519 to $789 at 10 stores

Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm f3.5-5.6 G ED VR lens Reviewed on 06/11/2008

The Bottom Line: A tough, full-featured, well-built medium zoom lens, the Nikon AF-S DX 16-85mm f3.5-5.6 G ED VR's relatively high price tag may nevertheless make you want to consider other options.

Specs: 17.1 oz

Editors' rating: 3h stars

$99 to $191 at 9 stores

Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS kit lens Reviewed on 06/02/2008

The Bottom Line: The Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS kit lens is a solidly performing medium-zoom lens, with good optics and image stabilization, that will appeal to more than just the entry-level crowd.

Specs: 7.1 oz