Bright zooms, versatile all-in-ones, and unusually affordable optics are among the most popular lenses of the year. US retailer B&H has shared a list of the top lenses for 2025 overall, and it’s a list that crosses several different brands and multiple formats – and highlights the trendiest lenses that photographers are looking for.
The list is dotted with both oldies like a longstanding nifty fifty to new arrivals. Surprisingly, there’s even a lens there that has only been available for a few weeks, but has already managed a spot near the top: the Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 STM. And, Nikon’s 24-120mm even managed to make the list twice!
