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Have your say: Best zoom lens of 2019

Best zoom lens of 2019

As always, there were a lot of high-quality zoom lenses released this year. These include several 'reference' models, as new full-frame mirrorless systems from Canon, Nikon and Panasonic start to mature. We've gone through everything that came out in 2019, and selected what we think are the standout prime lenses from the past 12 months, but as always - if you think we missed something, let us know in the comments.

Voting runs through December 15th, and once the vote has closed we'll run a second poll to find your choice for overall product of the year.

Canon

For Canon, 2019 was all about filling out its new EOS R full-frame mirrorless lineup. To that end, the company officially launched several new lenses, including the RF-mount 'holy trinity' of F2.8 zooms. From our initial shooting, these new lenses are truly impressive. Meanwhile, the RF 24-240mm is a versatile go-everywhere zoom for EOS R and RP shooters.

Do any of these new zooms deserve a place on our list of best lenses in 2019? Let us know by casting your vote.

Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM Canon RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM Fujifilm

Between them, the Fujifilm GF 100-200mm F5.6 and XF 16-80mm F4 fill out the company's medium format and APS-C lens lineups nicely, offering a versatile telephoto solution and handy walk-around travel zoom lens range, respectively.

Both are great lenses, but do either of them get your vote for best zoom lens of 2019? Cast your vote and let us know.

Fujifilm GF 100-200mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR Fujifilm XF 16-80mm F4.0 R OIS WR Nikon

Nikon is slowly expanding its Z-mount mirrorless lens lineup, and this year released two full-frame zoom lenses, the 14-30mm F4 and 24-70mm F2.8. Both are sharp, practical, weather-sealed options for Z6 and Z7 shooters, but are they among the best zoom lenses released in 2019?

Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm F2.8 S Olympus

Olympus has mostly focused on new cameras in 2019, but the company did release one zoom lens, designed for mid-range and entry-level M43 cameras. The 12-200mm F4 covers a useful equivalent focal length range of 24-400mm, making it ideal for travel and everyday photography. Let us know if you think it has a place on our list of best 2019 zoom lenses.

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3 Panasonic

Of the several zoom lenses that Panasonic released in 2019, the majority are for its new S1-range of full-frame mirrorless cameras. But alongside its new S-range, Panasonic also released the 10-25mm F1.7 - a fast 20-50mm equivalent zoom for Micro Four Thirds. Cast your vote and let us know if any of them deserve a place in our list of best lenses released in 2019.

Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Summilux 10-25mm F1.7 ASPH Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm F4 Macro OIS Panasonic Lumix S Pro 24-70mm F2.8 Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 OIS Sigma

Sigma's range of 'DN' (Digital Native) lenses designed from scratch for mirrorless is growing, and this year saw the launch of two. We've only just got our hands on the 14-24mm and we're still waiting for the 24-70mm, but we have high hopes for both. Are you among the lucky few that have used either? Either way, let us know what you think.

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art Sony

Sony finally answered a lot of its a6000-series fans' prayers this year with some new zooms for APS-C. The 16-55mm F2.8 in particular is a pricey lens, but it's a great companion for the a6600. Meanwhile, the 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 is designed for sports and wildlife enthusiasts using a7 and a9-series full-frame cameras. Do any of these zooms make your list for best lenses of 2019? Cast your vote now.

Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Sony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS Tamron

Tamron released two zoom lenses this year for full-frame - the 17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD for Sony E-mount and the 35-150mm F2.8-4 Di VC OSD for Canon and Nikon DSLRs. They're designed for different users, and for different kinds of photography. The 17-35mm helps fill out Tamron's native mirrorless lineup with a wide-angle option, while the 35-150mm is a lens intended specifically to appeal to portrait photographers.

What do you think of them? Cast your vote and let us know.

Tamron 17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD Tamron 35-150mm F2.8-4 Di VC OSD Vote now! . Have your say$(document).ready(function() Poll("pollId":"5879470067","openForVoting":true,"mainElementId":"poll2","slot":null,"isSingleChoicePoll":false,"minNumberOfChoices":1,"maxNumberOfChoices":19); )Have your say: Best zoom lens of 2019Your answers1. Required2. Optional3. Optional4. Optional5. Optional6. Optional7. Optional8. Optional9. Optional10. Optional11. Optional12. Optional13. Optional14. Optional15. Optional16. Optional17. Optional18. Optional19. OptionalYou need to login to voteCanon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USMCanon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USMCanon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USMCanon RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USMFujifilm GF 100-200mm F5.6 R LM OIS WRFujifilm XF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WRNikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 SNikon Nikkor Z 24-70mm F2.8 SOlympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Summilux 10-25mm F1.7 ASPHPanasonic Lumix S 24-105mm F4 Macro OISPanasonic Lumix S Pro 24-70mm F2.8Panasonic Lumix S Pro 70-200mm F4 OISSigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN ArtSigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN ArtSony E 16-55mm F2.8 GSony E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSSSony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 OSSTamron 17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXDTamron 35-150mm F2.8-4 Di VC OSD

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Best zoom lens Shortlist: Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8L IS USM Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Summilux 10-25mm F1.7 ASPH Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G Runner-up: Nikon Z 24-70mm F2.8 S

Every year we struggle to narrow down the number of lenses released to a shortlist of just four or five. This year saw a lot of action in the lens space, with both Canon and Nikon putting considerable energy into building out their native mirrorless lens lineup, and Sigma, Sony and Tamron doing the same.

One of the zoom lenses that has most impressed us this year is Nikon's Z 24-70mm F2.8 S. Built for use in difficult conditions, the Z 24-70mm is tough and weather-sealed, but more than that, it's optically outstanding. Sharp, virtually aberration-free and extremely flare-resistant, the Z 24-70mm F2.8 really lets Z7 shooters make the most out of their camera's resolution, for anything from landscapes to portraiture.

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Winner: Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM

We really, really like the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM. It's small (at 70mm), relatively lightweight, autofocus is lightning fast and silent, and its optical image stabilization system is excellent.

The 70-200mm represents the first time we've seen Nano USM technology incorporated in fast L-series glass, and the increase in focus speed is dramatic compared to ring-type USM on EF lenses. But perhaps the most impressive thing about this lens is its optical quality. Contrast and sharpness are class-leading wide open at all focal lengths, bokeh is smooth with no distracting patterns, and both longitudinal and lateral forms of chromatic aberration are very well controlled.

This is the most impressive 70-200mm F2.8 lens we've ever seen, in a surprisingly compact form factor, and a worthy winner of our award for best zoom lens of 2019.

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Best prime lens Shortlist: Tamron SP 35mm F1.4 Di USD Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN | Art Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.8 S Runner-up: Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM

There were so many great prime lenses released this year, and inevitably, it's near-impossible to reduce the list to just four. This 'shortlist' could have been at least twice as long and we would still have had to omit some great lenses. But the primes listed above represent our favorites of 2019, not only because of their optical quality, but also their versatility and overall value for money.

Among the most impressive lenses of any type released this year was the Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM. Designed for portrait fans, the 135mm F1.8 is stunningly sharp and delivers beautiful images at its widest apertures. It's virtually aberration free, and is the fastest-to-focus lens of its kind. Sony's optical science has improved by leaps and bounds in recent years and the FE 135mm F1.8 is an excellent example of the company's current state-of-the-art. While 135mm isn't necessarily an everyday focal length, the Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM is arguably the best option on the market right now for portrait shooters.

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Winner: Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.8 S

Nikon's S-series prime lenses for the Z system have impressed us this year with their performance, not to mention their versatility and value. All sub-$1000 and all relatively small and lightweight, the best of Nikon's new F1.8 options outperform many faster lenses that cost considerably more.

The Z 85mm F1.8 S is a great example. Sharp, virtually aberration-free and still nicely portable, this portrait prime isn't as fast as some of its competitors, or as polished as (say) the Sony FE 135mm F1.8 which takes the runner-up spot, but it's a supremely practical, useful lens. With its smooth bokeh, the Z 85mm F1.8 S is, of course, a fantastic portrait lens for Z6 and Z7 shooters, and a nifty 135mm equivalent on the APS-C Z50. But its size and weight, plus its superb sharpness make it just as useful for landscape and candid work.

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Best compact/fixed lens camera Shortlist: Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II Leica Q2 Ricoh GR III Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII Runner-up: Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII

This is always a tricky category, spanning multiple sensor formats and including both zoom and fixed focal length lenses. This year saw the release of some very impressive - and very different - compact / fixed-lens compact cameras, from the high-end Leica Q2 to the more consumer-friendly Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II.

Despite their different shapes, sizes and prices, all of the cameras in this section cater to the same basic need: high quality imaging, in a compact form factor. Our runner-up this year is Sony's best RX100-series camera yet. A small, powerful zoom with a high-quality EVF, great video and formidable autofocus, the RX100 VII is a near-perfect camera for travel and everyday photography and video. Inevitably it's not cheap, but this kind of technology never is.

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Winner: Ricoh GR III

First announced in 2018, the GR III was released this year and quickly became one of our favorite compact cameras. Small and lightweight, but with a stabilized sensor and capable of stunning image quality the GR III is - like the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 VII - a wonderful camera for travel and everyday photography.

Yes, the lens is a fixed 28mm equivalent. No, the video mode isn't great, but this is a pure photography camera, capable of getting you images that larger, heavier or more complicated models simply won't.