The end of 2025 offers a clear signal about what creators actually value. Not premium marketing optics or flagship glass, but practical lenses that deliver reliable results at approachable prices. This article continues our previous coverage of the camera bodies that dominated Amazon and went viral among creators, most selling mirrorless camera bodies creators chose on Amazon, and looks at the lenses those cameras were paired with most often. What stands out immediately is that these are not high-end professional lenses. Many are affordable. Many are compact. Some are optically compromised in places. Yet together they represent how most photographers and video creators actually work. Travel, family, YouTube, social media, and learning photography without financial pressure. That is exactly why these lenses are best sellers at the end of the year. Below are the 10 best-selling camera lenses on Amazon right now, ranked from number 1 to number 10.

Canon EF 50mm f1.8 STM

This lens remains one of the most important products Canon has ever made. The EF 50mm f1.8 STM delivers sharp images, pleasant background blur, and natural perspective at a price that feels almost risk free. On full frame cameras it works as an everyday standard lens. On APS-C bodies it becomes a flattering portrait option. Autofocus is quiet enough for basic video work thanks to the STM motor. The compromises are modest build quality, no stabilization, and softer edges wide open. Still, its balance of price, performance, and versatility explains why it continues to top Amazon charts year after year. 📦 See it on Amazon

Canon EF 75 to 300mm f4 to 5.6

This lens sells because it offers reach, not perfection. The EF 75 to 300mm allows beginners to explore wildlife, sports, and distant subjects without committing to expensive telephoto glass. It is lightweight, easy to use, and compatible with a massive range of Canon DSLR cameras. Image quality declines at longer focal lengths, autofocus is basic, and the lack of stabilization limits handheld use. Even so, the sheer accessibility of long focal lengths keeps this lens firmly among the best sellers. 📦 See it on Amazon

Sony FE 50mm f1.8

Sony users gravitate toward this lens for the same reasons Canon shooters love their fifty. The Sony FE 50mm f1.8 offers full-frame coverage, shallow depth of field, and solid sharpness at a very competitive price. It works well for portraits, street photography, and everyday shooting. Autofocus is not the fastest, especially for video, and build quality is clearly entry level. Still, for creators entering the Sony ecosystem, this lens provides an affordable path into full-frame prime photography. 📦 See it on Amazon

VILTROX 35mm f1.7

Viltrox has become popular by delivering strong optical value at aggressive prices, and the 35mm f1.7 is a good example. Designed mainly for APS C Sony cameras, it offers a natural field of view suitable for video, street photography, and daily use. The fast aperture helps in low light and provides decent background separation. Autofocus performance is generally reliable, though not class leading, and color rendering can differ slightly from native Sony lenses. Its popularity reflects how many creators are willing to trade brand prestige for practical performance. 📦 See it on Amazon

Canon RF 75 to 300mm f4 to 5.6

This lens brings affordable telephoto reach to the Canon RF mount, targeting mirrorless users who want distance without bulk or extreme cost. It works well for outdoor photography, travel, and casual wildlife shooting. Autofocus integrates smoothly with Canon RF bodies, but optical performance remains modest, especially in low light. There is no stabilization, and sharpness is not uniform across the zoom range. Even so, for RF users seeking reach on a budget, this lens fills a clear gap. 📦 See it on Amazon

Tamron 17 to 70mm f2.8

This is one of the most practical zoom lenses available for Sony APS C shooters. The Tamron 17 to 70mm f2.8 offers a constant bright aperture, effective stabilization, and a highly usable focal range for video and photography. It works well for travel, events, YouTube production, and documentary style shooting. The lens is larger than basic kit zooms and not inexpensive, but its versatility often replaces several primes. Its sales reflect creators prioritizing flexibility and consistency over minimal size. 📦 See it on Amazon

SIGMA 18 to 50mm f2.8 DC

Sigma designed this lens to be compact without sacrificing optical quality. The 18 to 50mm f2.8 DC offers strong sharpness, pleasing contrast, and a constant aperture in a very portable form factor. It is well suited for travel, street photography, and everyday video use. There is no optical stabilization, and the zoom range is shorter than some competitors. Still, its balance of size and image quality makes it a frequent choice among Sony APS C users. 📦 See it on Amazon

Canon RF 35mm f1.8 Macro IS

This lens stands out for versatility rather than raw speed. The RF 35mm f1.8 Macro IS offers close focusing capability, image stabilization, and a practical focal length for everyday shooting. It works equally well for video, stills, and product photography. The maximum aperture is bright enough for low light but not extreme. Build quality is solid, and autofocus is smooth. For RF users wanting one lens that covers many scenarios, this explains its strong sales. 📦 See it on Amazon

SIGMA 16mm f1.4 DC DN

This lens has become a favorite among vloggers and content creators using APS C Sony cameras. The 16mm f1.4 delivers a wide field of view, strong low light performance, and pleasing background separation for close subjects. It works well for handheld video, interiors, and environmental storytelling. The lens is relatively large for APS C and lacks stabilization, but its optical performance justifies those tradeoffs for many users. 📦 See it on Amazon

Canon RF 28 to 70mm f2.8

This lens sits at the top of the list in price, but still qualifies as practical rather than elite. The RF 28 to 70mm f2.8 offers strong optical quality, effective stabilization, and a focal range that works for both photography and video. It is not compact, and it is not inexpensive, but compared to professional L series glass it remains approachable. Its presence on this list shows that some creators are willing to invest more when one lens can do almost everything. 📦 See it on Amazon

Final note

These lenses tell a simple story. Creators prioritize usability, price, and versatility over perfection. None of these lenses are designed for cinema sets or commercial studios, yet together they power a massive portion of real-world photography and video content created today. That is why they dominate Amazon at the end of 2025.

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