three of the best

Budget

nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.8g £190/$220 Basic nifty fifty with micromotor focusing, but still with a fast f/1.8 maximum aperture

Step-up

tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Vc USD £750/$750 Ace portrait prime with sharp optics and gorgeous bokeh

Ultimate

nikon AF-S 600mm f/4e Fl ed Vr £10,000/$12,300 One for sports and wildlife pros, with an eye-watering price tag