Five compact 35-40mm autofocus primes for full frame, 2026
Five small full-frame autofocus primes from US$149 to about US$400 at launch, compared on weight, filter size, sealing and mount, with picks by budget and use.
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Choosing a one-lens everyday carry: fast zoom or ultralight pancake?
A practical guide to picking one lens to leave on your mirrorless body, comparing two fast APS-C zooms against two autofocus pancake primes.
Picking a fast APS-C standard zoom: Tamron 16-50mm vs the rivals
A matchmaking guide to APS-C’s fast standard zooms, weighing the new Tamron 16-50mm f/2.8 against Sigma, Fujifilm and Sony options by mount and budget.
Five f/2.8 standard zooms worth your money right now
A fresh wave of fast standard zooms, led by Tamron’s new 16-50mm f/2.8 A, makes this the best time in years to buy one.