Nikon D7100 is a Mid-size APS-C DSLR , announced in 2014. It looks like the popular D7000 but has been completely overhauled. It gains a 51-point autofocus system, a 24MP CMOS sensor and 1.3x cropped shooting mode. Are you looking for a suitable lens for your Nikon D7100? Now, I’m showing you a lot of best recommended lenses for this great DSLR.
- Nikon D7100 is $696.95 (list price $1,196.95) at Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama/ eBay
- Nikon D7100 w/18-105 lens is $996.95 at Amazon/ B&H/ Adorama/ eBay
Best Wide-angle lenses for Nikon D7100
From the list, the Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM Art lens is the best choice for Nikon D7100. Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G lens is the cheapest lens. The Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM A is the best wide-angle Zoom lens for Nikon D7100. Carl Zeiss Distagon T 25mm f/2 ZF.2 Nikon lens is another great lens,only 4 points lower than Sigma 35mm F1.4, but its price is a little more expensive. The Brand new Sigma 24/20mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art lens is another best choice and is now in stock and shipping
| Lens | DxOMark | Check Price |
| Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM A | 32 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG HSM A | — | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG HSM A | — | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM A Nikon | 28 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Carl Zeiss Distagon T 25mm f/2 ZF.2 | 27 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8G | 26 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Samyang 35mm F1.4 AS UMC Nikon | 26 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM A Nikon | 26 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4G | 25 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Carl Zeiss Distagon T 35mm f/1.4 ZF2 | 25 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
Best Standard lenses for Nikon D7100
From the list below, Carl Zeiss Distagon T* Otus 1.4/55 ZF.2 is the king in this range for Nikon D7100, but the price is much more expensive. The Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM or Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D is another best lens for Nikon D7100 with an affordable price.
| Lens | DxOMark | Check Price |
| Carl Zeiss Distagon T* Otus 1.4/55 ZF.2 | 35 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Sigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM Nikon | 24 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
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Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.4D
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24 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Sigma 70mm F2.8 EX DG Macro Nikon | 23 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.4G
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23 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 58mm f/1.4G
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23 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
Best telephoto lenses for Nikon D7100
A telepoto lens is very useful for your Nikon D7100.The Carl Zeiss Apo Planar T* Otus 85mm F1.4 ZF.2 Nikon is the best lens. If you choose cheaper lenses, Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G, Samyang 85mm f/1.4 Aspherique IF Nikon and Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro Nikon are your best choice.The new released Nikon AF-S 300mm f/4E PF ED VR Lens is another best choice.
| Lens | DxOMark | Check Price |
| Zeiss Apo Planar T* Otus 85mm F1.4 ZF.2 | 32 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G
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30 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G | 30 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 200mm f/2G ED VR II
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29 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Carl Zeiss Makro-Planar T 100mm f/2 ZF2 | 27 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM Nikon | 27 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Samyang 85mm f/1.4 Aspherique IF Nikon | 26 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro Nikon | 22 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
Best Zoom lenses for Nikon D7100
Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM A Nikon is the best wide-angle zoom lens for Nikon D7100. Tamron SP 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD Nikon is the best Standard zoom lens.The new released AF-S DX 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II lens is another great lens for Nikon D7100 at the price of only $346.95.
| Lens | DxOMark | Check Price |
| Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM A Nikon | 28 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Tamron SP 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD Nikon | 23 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II
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23 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM S Nikon | 21 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| Tamron SP 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD Nikon | 21 | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |
| AF-S DX 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED VR II | — | Amazon/B&H/Adorama/eBay |