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Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.4 stars
(based on 257 reviews)
99% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Cheap(6), Clear glass(18), Consistent output(112), Durable(30), Easily accessible controls(13)
Cons:
Blurry focus(8), Noisy focusing(5), Plastic mount(4), Scratches easily(3), Slow focus(33)
Best Uses:
Art(13), Back-up(22), Documentary(9), Fun(18), General purpose(168)
Describe Yourself:
Casual user(21), Getting started(30), Photo enthusiast(152), Professional(18), Semi-professional(41)
 
Good bang for your buck.
By MichaelVerified Purchaser from Las Vegas, NV on 11/2/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Bottom line, this lens is worth your money. Canons sharpest, fastest, etc? Not by far but for the price and what you get it does the job fantastically well.

Autofocus motor IS noisy, but the focus isnt' that slow. It hunts at night so focus with flash then put it back into manual.

Very very lightweight
The mount is plastic(BOOO)
Has a fast/wide aperture.

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very affordable, high-quality lens
By Cowboy JohnVerified Purchaser from Southest Missouri on 11/2/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use this lens to take photos of my horses to avoid distortion that regular lens give, also to take advantage of natural light that is less than optimal for others.

The connection to the camera is made of plastic rather than metal, and will probably only last me for a few hundred years -- ha!

This is a great lens for the money.

 
Canon EF 50mm Great Lens
By The HobbistVerified Purchaser from Wappingers Falls NY on 11/2/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I just recently acquired this lens, and I will be using it for protraits, but it is a great "general purpose" lens as well. Its focus is great, and the lens itself is easy to use. My pictures are crips and clear when printed!
I love this lens!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Best Canon lens for the price
By AshishVerified Purchaser from Vancouver, Canada on 11/2/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Cheap Construction, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

The Canon 50mm f1.8 is a must have lens and for the price it is almost a no-brainer. Very sharp pictures, beautiful bokeh, works well in low light, light weight. It does have cheap construction and is very plastic but for the price i can live with that.

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nice overall lens
By cdVerified Purchaser from decherd tn on 9/29/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Just getting started and got the lens the other day and done some portraits and they turned out great.

 
an absolute must
By Picture taking MommyVerified Purchaser from Panhandle, FL on 9/29/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I don't go anywhere without it now. Leaps and bounds over the kit lens...different uses than my 75-300...

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Best performance + value lens at [$]
By Velvia 4 everVerified Reviewer from Santa Ana, CA on 9/25/2009
Pros:
Lightweight
Best Uses:
Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

By paying only [$] for this lens and it gives you the ability to shoot under a very low light [e.g, indoors, museum, etc. shoot wide open at 1.8 or close it down to 2.2 or even 2.4 with ISO 800-3200] and you're in for a treat! In addition the lens is small enough by not being in anybody's face. What more do you want? Take it for what it is and stop comparing it to an L lens this and an L lens that, poor construction, slow focus, and IQ this + IQ that, etc. When you pay above 1K for an L lens, be my guess and to nickpick for everything that pleases you but at [$]? Just make the best out of of it and use your skills to show off your pictures instead. L lenses are not helping anyone to become a better photographer and real photographers do not spend their time looking at IQ this and IQ that. We are too busy shooting and not spending all of our time behind a monitor screen either! I miss the slide film days where your skills as a photographer are what your slides look on a light table. +/- 1/3 EV can make a big difference in a picture sometimes. Nowadays every one has become an overnight pro, thanks to photoshop!

 
too much plastic
By InfinityVerified Purchaser from State below Madison on 9/22/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Casing
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

this thing is too... plastic-y.
but that doesn't make this lens garbage because the image quality is like no other.

 
Great value
By RolandVerified Purchaser from CA on 9/9/2009
Pros:
Fast, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Noisy focusing, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

For ~$100, this lens is an incredible value. This is my second lens, after the 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens on my T1i, and being able to shoot at f/1.8 is a real pleasure -- it's possible to get shots with a reasonable ISO and shutter speed in unbelievably dim situations, and I really like having the ability to get a really small depth of field. Some people complain about the cheap plastic construction, but I like having a really small light lens -- this lens with a Rebel is so light and easy to handle that it's almost like having a point-and-shoot. The biggest drawback is probably that the wide-angle and telephoto primes you'll want to get after this lens aren't quite as cheap :)

 
Great buy!!
By bugbearsdadVerified Purchaser from Bluffton, SC on 9/6/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens for the price.

 
Nice Lens
By Bill form OhioVerified Purchaser from Columbus, Ohio on 9/5/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens provides consistently good color and sharpness.

 
Awesome affordable lens!
By RosegrowerVerified Purchaser from TX on 9/3/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a great afforable lens, I use it to take portraits of my children.

 
Best Value ever
By oxepyonxoVerified Purchaser from irvine, ca on 9/3/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Super sharp, great portraits, super cheap.

 
best for the price
By quiqueVerified Purchaser from Bronwsville on 9/2/2009
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Upgrade
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

this is definitely the best 1.8 for this price. Good lens, not so bad speed, but incredible for portraits

 
Great Deal
By Cpt. AnericaVerified Purchaser from Pittaburgh, Pa on 8/19/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

None.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Love It!
By hmsphotoVerified Purchaser from Yuba City, CA on 7/8/2009
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Overall this is a great lens - priced right for the quality & really can add a lot to your photography work! I think it's a mucst for every photographer. However - if you have the budget get a more expensive one!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
handy little lens!
By JamieDVerified Purchaser from Knoxville, TN on 7/8/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Cheap price, cheap construction pretty good pictures. I would'nt rank it as good as my L glass, but I can still take some good pictures given the right light. This lens seems best suited for indoor portrait work, and seems to muddle colors if used outdoors w/ lots of lighting and color. Could just be my own learning curve w/ this lens as well.

All in all, everyone should have @ least one high speed prime in their bag, this is a great one to start with..

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Surpasses the standard kit lens.
By Kyle. from New York, NY. on 6/25/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Anything above f/2.2 is pretty sharp. Sure it's used for low light but the focus is lousy. Construction isn't the best but you get what you pay for. Reliable upgrade from a kit lens and can/should be used until you can afford a good L. For instance a 24-28 f/2.8L. Until then, this should suffice.

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Manual focused @ f/2.8 along with a 580EX II.

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Great lens for the money
By gooseVerified Purchaser from utah on 6/24/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great for indoor shots of my two year old that won't sit still.

 
Great First lens
By DustinVerified Purchaser from Cincinnati Ohio on 6/10/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Fast Apature, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Poor bokeh, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Upgrade
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great first lens or upgrade from a kit lens. The fast aperture makes it great for low light events, when mixed with an ISO of 3200 its great. When it starts getting dark there can be issues with focus, but that also depends on the camera. I just came from a Minolta with manual focus so it focuses plenty fast for me.

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F/1.8 at Min. Focus Distance

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Awesome lens for the price
By WolfmanNeversVerified Purchaser from Provo, UT on 5/22/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

For the price, you really can't beat this lens. I don't usually write product reviews, but I had to for this lens. I can shoot in just about any lighting and get good results because the lens opens to f/1.8. However, in all but broad daylight, the lens is slow to focus. It hunts for upwards of 5 seconds sometimes in indoor lighting. Unfortunately, the focus ring is pretty wimpy and feels somewhat clunky to turn manually. Even so, I prefer manual focus with this lens to avoid missing a good shot while it takes its time to focus. The casing is plastic, so plan on babying the lens if you want it to last. That said, again, the price makes it hard to complain about anything on this lens.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great lens for starters and the price!
By G-manVerified Purchaser from Inland Empire, CA. on 5/13/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portrait, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

So far it has been a great lens. Getting good pictures with it. Only had it for a couple of months.

 
Good deal
By CostaVerified Purchaser from Costa Rica on 4/16/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Cons:
None so far
Best Uses:
General Use, Portrait
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Better than expected for the price.[...]

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great lens - wonderful price
By swindstarVerified Purchaser from Pittsburgh on 4/10/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I have taken photographs since 1980 and simply adore this lens. It is crystal clear in sharpness and a real prize for the money. The casing is plastic and not sturdy, but as long as you don't throw it on the ground, it's fine.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
No Brainer
By willinncVerified Purchaser from Greensboro, NC on 4/8/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is the best bargain in photography!
It's sharp, light and inexpensive.
The build quality is not robust though but
for the money what do you expect?

 
Excellent lens
By Larry GVerified Purchaser from Oklahoma on 4/8/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Loved this lens. Was well worth the money.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great portrait lens
By KellyVerified Purchaser from Roseville, CA on 4/8/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I LOVE this lens! It is so much better than the lens that came with my Rebel Xsi. It is wonderful for portraits. Gaussian blur at 1.8 is incredible, and I use it all the time for general photos as well. It works great for low-lighting situations, allowing for faster shutter speeds indoors. It is a great lens to learn with!

 
Very affordable price
By seanVerified Purchaser from Boston on 4/2/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

general use. lightweight and sharp

 
Great deal for the hobbyist
By phooeyVerified Purchaser from Chicago, IL on 3/30/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great glass for the price! It's a great alternative from the more expensive canon lens.

 
great cheap lense
By KenVerified Purchaser from Cal. on 3/30/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Sharp pics for a cheap lense. How many good lenses can you get for less than one hundred dollars [...]? Great sharpness & contrast. Very light weight.

 
Love it!
By AshleyPhotogVerified Purchaser from Manchester, NH on 3/30/2009
Pros:
Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Detail
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I love this lens and it gave me a great DOF effect on detail shots.

 
Great lens
By SunderVerified Purchaser from Cincinnati, OH on 3/30/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens for the money. No complaints. I love to use this lens on babies.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Happy with this lens
By AmberVerified Purchaser from Orem, UT on 3/11/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Pretty Nice Bokeh, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Looks
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Low light photography, Night Photography, Sports/Action, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I got this lens to use with my new Canon Rebel XSi. It's my first dSLR and I'm loving it. But the lenses that came with it (18-55mm 3.5-5.6 and 55-250mm 4-5.6) require flash (or a tripod and kids that can hold still for a few seconds) for low light photography. This lens seems to do really well for me in that department, and I can get some nice indoor shots of my children without a flash. I also really like the blur (bokeh) this lens gives, even though it's not the best quality bokeh according to more advanced photographers. The lens is a little noisy while focusing and a bit slower than my kit lenses, but the quality of the photographs captured with this lens outweigh those small issues by a longshot. The lens does look a little on the "cheap" side, but considering the price I can't complain. I'm just getting started with creative photography, as this is my first SLR camera. For the price, I think this lens is well worth it and that you will be happy with the pictures you can get with it.

 
Great Lens
By KellyVerified Purchaser from Bozeman, MT on 3/10/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Portrait
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I really enjoy this lens. From the moment I got it I have been more and more impressed with the images that I have been getting. It is everything I wanted and more!!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Excellent beginner lens
By SchmidodenVerified Reviewer from Los Angeles, CA on 3/10/2009
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
Landscape Photography, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens is great for beginner photographers who want sharp images, shallow depth of field, and a low price tag. It's best used for a film camera because when used with a DSLR the focus seems to be just a little off if using a cropped sensor camera. Honestly this lens is not good for everything. It's mainly good for art application where you don't have to rely on the auto focus. Great for available light situations. Great as a backup lens for intermediate and professional photographers as well.

 
Does it's Job
By Steve from Louisville, KY on 3/9/2009
Pros:
cheap, Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Cheap, Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Portrait photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

It costs under a Benjamin and takes clear crisp photos at f/2.2 and above. It does reasonably good bokeh, and for the price you cant beat it. It was between this and the f/1.4, and I finally convinced myself that this was the better choice for the price, I cant tell the difference between pictures taken with the 1.4 which costs 3.5x as much.

 
Excellent lens for the price!
By Stevecam1Verified Purchaser from Phoenix, AZ on 3/7/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I needed a fast lens for shooting weddings in low light at a reasonable price. This was the perfect choice to go with the zooms I already have. Very fast at a 1.8 and very sharp. Would have given 5 stars but the focus can be a bit slow sometimes in very low light. It has a plastic housing so be careful not to drop it or bang it around too much and you'll be very happy with it. Can't beat this for the price!

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It does work
By JimVerified Purchaser from Houston,Tx on 3/7/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I've been using Canon film SLRs for over 30 years and the FD lenses...this doesn't even come close to equaling the quality given by any of the FD lens...however it does do what it's supposed to, and that's simply produce an image, in my case using for FF.

James

 
great little lens
By picture takerVerified Purchaser from Las Vegas, NV on 3/7/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
I find nothing wrong with
Best Uses:
Landscape Photography, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

it's also great for close ups

 
I great lens!!!
By rnrphoto98Verified Purchaser from Weiser, ID on 2/22/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Upgrade
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I love this lens, it is super sharp, love the low light uses also. Takes great portraits!!! I would recommend this to anyone who wants a great lens at a price you cant beat!!!

 
[$] and delivers the goods....
By tundramanVerified Reviewer from Northern California on 2/20/2009
Pros:
cheap, Lightweight, Low Light
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Low Light
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Everyone should have one of these in their bag. Great lens for the price. Very versatile.

 
Bang for Buck
By MissMollVerified Purchaser from New York, NY on 2/20/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Rugged, Strong Construction
Cons:
Blurry Focus, Slow Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portrait
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a great lens if you want to cheaply experiment with low depth of field, low light situations and portraiture.

 
Excellent lens for the money
By SpeedygonzoVerified Purchaser from Texas on 2/20/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use this lens for taking indoor photos of my Grandchildren without flash photography in most cases. Great for low lighting conditions.

 
Does what it says on the can
By Amateur photographerVerified Purchaser from Merrimack, NH on 2/20/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use the lens in mainly low light situations and it works just great.

 
Nifty fifty
By BetianVerified Purchaser from Arkansas on 2/20/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I love this lens, very sharp and am so glad i purchased it !

 
Canon 50mm F1.8
By vgopalVerified Purchaser from Winston Salem, North Carolina. on 2/20/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great macro lens. Super bokeh. 1.8 works nicely at low light, but i think it is the sharpest between 2.8 and f8.
The Auto Focus is very fast and the noise at higher ISO's is surprisingly less than my other 28-135. It's a steal at this price.

 
Best deal 50 mm
By HLCVerified Purchaser from Maryland on 2/10/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This Lens is a great buy. It has excellent optics.It is fast and light.I have even used it for wide field Astrophotos. It stays on my camera most of the time. Like it so much, I gave one to my son who uses it for sports.

Henry

 
Great lens for the price
By Sandy HVerified Purchaser from San Diego on 2/9/2009
Pros:
Bargain, Lightweight, Sharp Focus, Thrifty
Cons:
5 blades, Plasticky, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Bokeh starter, General Use, Night Photography, Special Effects, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This thrifty 50 is quite possibly the best lens for the money. A fast lens with a wide range of applications. Do your research. Every photog worth his salt has a a 50 prime in his bag. Good images with mediocre glass.

Two gripes...

1 - plasticky body. But you get what you pay for.

2 - this lens uses only 5 apeture blades when there should be 7 blades. This had led to less than ideal bokeh.

 
Great clear
By JeffVerified Purchaser from Montrose, NY on 2/9/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Rugged, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Basic photography.

 
Great lens for the price
By Chapita4Verified Purchaser from Seattle, WA on 2/8/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is an amazing lens for the price. It is lightweight and easy to use. I had read about it and thought it would be a good addition to my lens collection for my Canon 40D. I've taken several pictures of my toddler son and the focus is quick and the pictures are high quality. I have had to do less photo manipulation after the fact with this lens. I think it's a good investment for the price.

 
as advertised
By 02138Verified Purchaser from cantab mass on 2/7/2009
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

lens is great for low light indoor situations, e.g. pics in restaurants, esp. if you want natural light. Just keep that in mind. If you want to use flash, or capture a wider view of action, well, it aint meant for that. And at the price, worth it-- just for restaurant shots.

 
A good buy for little money
By amyVerified Purchaser from san antonio, tx on 2/7/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a great lens for the money. It takes very clear photos and separates and blurs the background nicely. It's wide aperture allows you to take in plenty of light without needing a flash in a variey of condiitons.

 
Bang for the Buck!
By Julion BVerified Purchaser from Atlanta, GA on 2/7/2009
Pros:
Cost effective, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Noisy focusing, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens for the money. Focusing is a bit noisy, but for under $100.00 its well worth its price tag. Gives a spectacular Depth of Field and is decently sharp. The casing isn't the strongest, but if you don't beat up your gear it shouldn't be an issue.

I find myself using this lens 95% of the time over my kit lens because it is so versatile. If you are a beginner and need a cost effective additional lens, pick this up now, you will not regret it.

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Awesome little lens for the price
By Weejo83Verified Purchaser from Dayton, Wyoming on 2/7/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Cons:
Blurry Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great little lens, especially for the price. Having trouble with sharp focus, but that could be the user, not the lens.

 
Thrifty fifty!
By YoshiVerified Purchaser from Boston ma on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Rugged, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Portraits, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Excellent optics, best bang for your buck possible for lenses. This is a lens that every bag should contain. The price is unbeatable and while the build quality is sub par, that was done for a reason in order to keep IQ exceptional and the cost to the consumer low. Do yourself a favor and purchase this lens!

 
Canon 50mm f/1.8 II
By ErinVerified Purchaser from Idaho on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Good value, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I'm a new DSLR user, and this is the first additional lens that I've bought for my XSi. What a bargain! I've gotten tons of complements on the bokeh this lens produces, and some great pictures. I primarily take pictures of my young children, so I also get plenty of blurry photos because they are never still for a moment (and I am also still learning photography). The auto focus has some trouble when my kids get really close to the camera and are moving, but other than that I love this lens. Haven't taken it off since I received it.

 
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Std. Focus Lens
By arobi44Verified Purchaser from Smyrna, DE on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

The lens is what I had hoped. It does the job.

 
Great lens for the price
By horpskiVerified Purchaser from Ketchikan, AK on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

A great prime lens for scenery shots. Replaced my zoom lens pretty much for these shots.

 
Great for Babies!
By NicoleVerified Purchaser from Arlington, Texas on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Plastic Lens Mount
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I absolutely love this lens for baby portraits and headshots! It's easy to use and it offers consistant results when I need close-ups.

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Very happy with purchase
By MelVerified Purchaser from Pacifica, CA on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Portrait
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

We purchased this lens to experiment with portrait photography and are very happy with the lens. You can't beat the price to try something like this. Though the lens feels toy-like, it has worked out very well for our purpose.

 
Love it!!
By Mommy2twoFinalVerified Purchaser from Southern New Jersey on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Bought this lens for my 10d, many recommendations from fellow users. They were all right about it, a must have in anyone's bag! Well worth every penny and totally affordable! Gotta love that.

 
great lil lens
By HollisVerified Purchaser from Nashville on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

great portrait lens, hunts a bit in low light.

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Mr Fluffy

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A must have for all photo enthusiast
By BiffsterVerified Purchaser from Chico CA on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus, Small and lightweight
Cons:
All plastic, feels cheap
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I purchased this lens primarily for indoor pictures. The fixed lens is a great way to learn how to position yourself for great pictures.I am very pleased with this purchase.

 
Great lens for the money
By DCPVerified Purchaser from Boulder, CO on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Fast, Inexpensive, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I find myself using this lens quite a bit since it is much faster than my other lenses and better for low light. I'm using this lens on a 450D and have the 18/55 kit and 55/250. I can't compare this lens to the more expensive f1.4 but for what I'm asking the lens to do it's just fine. The lens has been staying on my camera more often than not as I find myself shooting a lot of family candids indoors where I need more aperture. It's not bomb-proof build quality, just the opposite. But for a casual shooter you can't go wrong for the price. I think it's a must have lens for the beginner/intermediate Canon shooter.

 
Excellent lens
By Duncan HVerified Purchaser from Sacramento, CA on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I've been using this for casual portraiture and night shooting; being able to shoot small children in available light has been wonderful. Much has been said on this lens's ability at portraits and I'll be happy to confirm it.

Taking this out at night is also interesting; the large aperture makes it simpler to capture the quality of light.

 
LOVE this lense!
By blu23girlVerified Purchaser from Alaska on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portrait
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is my favorite lense! i consistently get good photos from it!

 
Great lenses, great shopping experience!
By FilVerified Purchaser from Houston, TX on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portrait, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Price and performance were decisive factors.

 
Great lens for the money, recommeded!
By Jake the title guyVerified Purchaser from Long Island, NY on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Sports/Action, Upgrade, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens is perfect for shooting portraits indoors and in locations where lighting can be a problem. You cannot get a better lens without spending much more.

 
Love it!
By SlothsladyVerified Purchaser from Palm Springs, Ca on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I love this lens. Produces a great photo!

 
Nifty little lens.
By Miss CthulhuVerified Purchaser from Sacramento, CA on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I really like this lens. I use it mostly for portraits and it suits my style perfectly. The shallow depth of field I can achieve is fantastic and I'm loving that it's light weight. I haven't had this lens for too long, so I really can't give any cons to it. I would recommend this lens to anyone that is interested.

 
Great lens for the price!
By momamyVerified Purchaser from Seattle, WA on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

It is a great lens for the price. I use it quite often when taking portrait type pictures. It is extremely light.

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you can't go wrong, just buy it
By bubbagatesVerified Purchaser from E-Town, PA on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

You can't go wrong on this lens, jsut buy it. The price is as good as it gets and you get some wonderful bokeh and it's also great for nighttime work due to the large aperture it is capable of

Images shared by: bubbagates

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Better than the price
By Sexy, casual photographerVerified Purchaser from New York, NY on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Make sure that you have enough distance to shoot things.

 
Love it!
By TrishVerified Purchaser from Richmond, TX on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portrait
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is the first lens I bought for my first DSLR camera, and I love it. It focuses quickly, and gives very consistent results, picture to picture. I use it mainly for pictures of my toddler.

 
Great value, great lens
By ScottVerified Purchaser from Cedar Rapids, IA on 2/5/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Takes great photos without trying too hard, very sharp and great boke effects

 
Everything I was looking for.
By foamnessVerified Purchaser from Waynesboro, PA on 2/1/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I needed this lens, I found it to be all that I wanted it to be!

 
Love this Lens
By okeefekkVerified Purchaser from St. Paul, MN on 1/28/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Portrait, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I love this lens, finally an affordable low f-stop lens. No more adding the lens blur in photoshop. Yes there is a better canon f/1.4; however for the price this is a wonderful lens.

 
Perfect
By stephe2mmVerified Purchaser from michigan on 1/26/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Lightweight
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens is great for beginners. It is light weight, pretty durable for being made out of plastic and not costly!

You can not go wrong with this lens

 
Great Lens
By The rookieVerified Purchaser from Venezuela on 1/26/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Quick Focus, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a Great Lens, I Recommende 100%

 
good beginner's lens
By just clickingVerified Purchaser from Berwyn, Il. on 1/24/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Cons:
Scratches Easily, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

The lens is good for a beginner,but it feels like it could not handle heavy use, It feels cheaply made. Pictures are good, though.

 
Great lens
By Michael2kVerified Purchaser from Sparks, NV on 1/23/2009
Pros:
Fast, Lightweight
Cons:
Cheap Construction
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraiture
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

It would be nice to know if this was gray market or not. Even now I'm not sure; the box says for China market.

The lens itself is awesome. It takes a bit to get used to because it's so fast at large apertures that it sometimes focuses on the wrong object. User error, though, not lens.

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A must!
By StephVerified Purchaser from CT on 1/23/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

You've heard it before, but I'll say it again - a must have lens. If you can't afford the 1.4, the 1.8 is great! I love it for shallow dof shots, puts out great bokeh. It's also super light & small which is a nice change to the chunky zoom lens you might be carrying around.

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Excellent for DOF
By pjminnieandmaxVerified Purchaser from Vancouver, WA on 1/22/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I am getting excellent results with low light photography without flash. I love the DOF the lens provides for head shots, specifically in a candid or natural environment.

 
Great Value!
By MikeVerified Purchaser from Los Angeles, CA on 1/22/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight
Cons:
Bad Hood Attachment, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I bought this lens for my Digital Rebel XS as my first prime lens. It's more of a portrait lens on a crop sensor, but it's surprisingly versatile. It's a very affordable lens, and has great image quality. Optics are great, but the lens body is fairly plasticky. Yeah, it's not USM, so it's a little loud, but it still focuses fine.

If you use the optional lens hood, the pinch attachment is pretty annoying. Also, a lot of filters seem to ghost with this lens, even high quality ones.

Even with these caveats, this is a very good lens for the price, and in my book still deserves the 4 star rating.

 
So far so good
By kikiVerified Purchaser from venezuela on 1/22/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

So far so good.
I bought it because i needed a lens that would give me sharp image of a still object, of course that the price was an issue for me at the moment, so i decided to buy this one. and i'm very glad with the result.

 
Good in a Gym for the money
By Brad the builderVerified Purchaser from Minnesota on 1/22/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Sharp Focus
Cons:
No zoom
Best Uses:
Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use this in a gym to take pictures of my kids at sporting events. Gives you a little extra light.

 
best for this price
By booVerified Purchaser from Hamburg, Germany on 1/22/2009
Pros:
Quick Focus, Strong Construction
Cons:
Difficult to Clean
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Use this lens for my Canon 450D - perfect match. Best price - best perfomance

 
A good all purpose landscape or portrait
By Photography nutVerified Purchaser from Los Angeles, CA on 1/22/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a good all purpose lens, I use mostly for general purpose and landscape photos. It's the 1st one I've ever owned, but it fits into my lens inventory perfectly. As usual, Adorama went over and above any of my expectations, with price, quality, [...]

 
50mm Prime
By BizoinkVerified Purchaser from Placerville, CA on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Only EF not EFS
Best Uses:
General Use, Indoor, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens, a 50 or 55mm prime should be in any avid photographers collection. [...]. Only problem was I thought it was ef-s but its just ef. Oh well

 
Good value
By RandomSVerified Purchaser from New York, NY on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Low Light, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is my first prime lens. The all-plastic casing won't win any durability prizes, but it's very reasonably priced, and I'm getting beautiful shots from it. Nice and fast for portraits when the light isn't so great.

At this price, I figure I'll use it until it falls apart and then upgrade to Canon's more expensive 50mm f1.4 lens.

 
great performance, cheap build but gr8
By tonyVerified Purchaser from santa fe on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

this is an alternate primary lens for my new canon 5d mark ii. I expect to use it when I am not using wide angle or zoom

 
The best we can get at low price!
By Ares LiaoVerified Purchaser from 1559 Drake Dr. on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Rugged
Cons:
Blurry Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens!

 
Great for the money. Buy one.
By Trip AdvertisingVerified Purchaser from Hampton Roads, VA on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great all-around lens. I use it for everything, but orig. purchased it for situations where I do not want to be forced into using a flash.

 
Canon EF 50mm review
By PeteVerified Purchaser from Rogue River, OR on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portrait, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I picked this one to add to my small collection of carrying around lenses for my Canon Xsi. It is a light weight performer and for the price, it doesn't get any better. I can recommend at this price to anyone, its a shame not to own one. It focuses close up enough to compliment my style of photography. I do not use the autofocus with this one, but when I do have that occasion, it works as advertised. Great lense at a great price.

 
Bang for the Bucks
By AK the VoyagerVerified Purchaser from Shelton, CT on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I could not have got a better lense with such a cheap price. I am a new fan of DSLR and wanted to explore it with a cheap yet quality lense. The lense is sharp and the photo quality is stunning. However the motor noise is a bit distracting while auto-focusing. Also as said by others, the lense gives a cheap feeling. As a DSLR learner I use it frequently so it might not last long but I would like to purchase it again as its not that heavy on my pocket. I would definitely recommend this lense to any amateur DSLR enthusiastic.

 
Every Photographer needs one
By NWPVerified Purchaser from Seattle WA on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Fast, Lightweight, Nice for soft focus
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I love this lens. I think every photographer should own one. Its fast and has a short depth of field.

 
Wonderful!
By Jillian AnneVerified Purchaser from Staten Island, New York on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Best Uses:
Events, General Use, Portraits, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I recieved this lens as a gift for the holidays, and must say, it is everything I dreamed of and more. I recently used it for an event, and the photography I took with this lense is being published in magazines.
Great gift, good for everyday use and for freelance!

 
Great Price, Great Lens!
By sharsanyVerified Purchaser from Houston, TX on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use this lens with my Canon EOS XSi and it takes great pictures! The DOF "Depth Of Field" is excellent. Focus was fast and this lens made me look like a great photographer when I used it for actor/actress headshots at a local Theater. If you are wondering if this lens is worth your $$$ (less than $90) from Adorama ... you won't be disappointed.

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Best Bang for the Buck
By MikeVerified Purchaser from Ventura, CA on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I was debating whether or not to get this lens since I just got a 17-50 2.8, but now that I have it I won't go back. Being able to get that low light shot without going too high on the ISO or using the flash.

 
Fantastic for it's price
By HezzaVerified Purchaser from San jose, ca on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Scratches Easily, Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens is the first prim I got. It's surpasses the kit lens 18-55mm by FAR in turn of sharpness and the ability to take pictures in low light.

However it's a lot of zoom when put on a 1.6x DSLR, so only good for face+shoulder shots. Hard to get anything better for 2x of this price.

 
good cheap lens
By PHVerified Purchaser from Norwood, MA on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I needed a f 1.8 I got it with this lens. Fullfills it's purpose

 
this is a great lens for the price
By ChuckVerified Purchaser from Chicago Illinois on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lense is fast and great for portraits.

 
Love it
By TammyVerified Reviewer from Bossier City, LA on 1/14/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use this for weddings

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Get more than what you pay for
By Light from Dhaka on 1/5/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I have been using this lens for about seven months. It is good for available light (until evening).You can take great pictures with artificial light in the night time. Good for portrait if you want to manage it in low cost then it wont fail you.

On the downside the constraction seems to me very filmsy. It gives me a constant fear that with a slight blow with an object this lens will tear apart. I have heard sombody experienced such a disaster. It is very difficult to focus automatically in the dark. The lens keeps on moving but never pin point the focus.

 
First Prime lens
By Florida DudeVerified Purchaser from Tampa Florida on 1/1/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Portraits, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I shoot modeling type work ranging from beach to glamor. I bought this lens, because at the price what have you to lose! I put it on my camera a few days after it arrived, and once I got use to no zoom what so ever, I fell in love. No not with the model, but a [$]lens. We have become inseparable. I'm about to sell all my zoom lens and get a verity of prime lens. I've been converted!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great, But
By south texas photographer from Rio grand valley Texas on 12/29/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Night Photography, Special Effects, Upgrade
Describe Yourself:
Professional

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens, used it proffesionally, not good for moving object, but when you have control, the output is awsome, little secrete, turn your camera to predictive focus, and turn on all the focus points and its easier to get all you shots focused perfecty, this is tricky lens, it looks great on the lcd, but on screen its blurry, very goodlens[...]

 
Good versatile lens
By samVerified Purchaser from jonesboro, ar on 12/29/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a good, general-use lens with very good optics but a weak plastic housing. Nonetheless, if all you're after is crystal-clear photos then this is a good choice.

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Plastic Melts!
By Kore from Chicago, Il on 12/27/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Casing
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Beware in hot temperatures, it melts in the sun!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
love this lens for its purpose
By ryanjones from lawrence ks on 12/7/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Strong Construction
Cons:
Finickyfocusinlowlight
Best Uses:
General Use, Landscape Photography, Weddings, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I loved the lens. In the amount of use I have gotten out of it (300-400 shutters) I have really enjoyed it. The hardest part is getting used to the distance you need to stay back from the subject. The majority of my shots with this have been taken in low light with a 430ex II flash and it has sometimes had a hard time deciding on focus but when it does choose it happens quickly. I would recommend this lens for absolutely everything except low light use with auto focus. if manual focus is set it is remarkable. in daylight it cannot be beat for the price on clarity or really anything else for that.

 
Nice plastic lens
By ManxcloneVerified Reviewer from Lehi, UT on 11/28/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Touchy manual focus
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This was fun to use taking pictures of new babies. The autofocus is fast but seemed to focus everywhere but where I wanted. So I went to manual and found it satisfactory. Although it doesn't take much on the focus ring, minute movements is all you need.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great basic lens
By Emily C.Verified Reviewer from Pittsburgh, PA on 11/24/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I actually bought this lens with several others but put it on the shelf and didn't start using it for over a year. Now this is the lens that lives on my camera. Great for portraits, wonderfully lightweight, just good all around. [...]

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Just what I was looking for
By Jon BVerified Reviewer from Columbus MS on 11/20/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I was looking for an inexpensive fast lens that still gave me clear pictures. This was the lens turned pictures even better than I was expecting.

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great for Portraits
By Al-Wabel from Manhattan, KS on 10/8/2008
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Blurry Focus
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Professional

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I just got this lens today and I tried it for portraits outdoor. Regarding to the price I think its OK.

 
Great lens for the money
By Crazy EddieVerified Purchaser from Austin, TX on 9/25/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Have use this lens for a couple years and it's dependable.

Images shared by: Crazy Eddie

Canon XTi, very low light, ISO 800

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Canon XTi, in shade, fill flash, ISO 200

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Good buy and fits my needs!
By BrendaVerified Purchaser from Parker, CO on 9/25/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Haven't found one yet
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I read that the construction wasn't the best for this lens, but it is working great for my outdoor portraits thus far. I just treat it gentle - as with all my lenses.

 
Awesome Lens
By DracVerified Purchaser from South Padre Island, TX on 9/24/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quick Focus, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Macro, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Its great for the price

 
Excellent value
By jmthompsonVerified Purchaser from South Dakota on 9/24/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Use for sports photography in poorly-lit gyms and so far it is very satisfactory.

 
Good
By JimVerified Purchaser from US, WA on 9/22/2008
Pros:
Lightweight
Best Uses:
Learning
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

With my Rebel XT. Not quite sharp but works well. Worth of the money.

 
Nice introduction to prime lenses
By oates20Verified Purchaser from Illinois on 9/21/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight
Best Uses:
General Use, Landcape, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This was my first prime lense purchase, and I have to say I am nothing but excited about it. I had bought this just prior to a trip to Canada and the pictures were incredible. With the large aperature of f1.8, I was able to stay at ISO 100 for a majority of the time. Only had to increase it for sunrise/sunsets and campfire pictures. Being able to change the background blur, and focus on your subject was very nice. This lens is a nice addition to my tele/zoom lenses, and the price is unbeatable. A little different not being able to zoom, but it opens a new angle to your photography. I do not own any L lenses,or other primes,so I am unable to compare it to them.

 
Great Lens for the Price
By JeremyVerified Purchaser from Irmo, SC on 9/7/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens for indoor sporting events. I used this to photograph a High School Volleyball match and was very impressed at the way my photos turned out with such horrible lighting in the gym.

 
Inexpensive Fast lens
By MarvylVerified Purchaser from Faribault, MN on 9/5/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Rugged
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I got this lens because even though it is not a heavy duty lens, it is fast. It will be a good lens to have in my kits for lower light conditions.

 
I reccomond it
By On The Scene Action PhotosVerified Purchaser from West Kentucky on 9/4/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Plastic case
Best Uses:
Back-Up, Fast lens f 18, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Special Effects, Upgrade
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great cheap prime lens in the normal to very short telephoto range depending on the camera you use it with I use it on a Cannon xsi with a 1.6 factor making it a 80 MM equivalent which is a little on the long side for a normal prime lens but otherwise I love it could have a metal case and a few bells and whistles but for the price it's a great lens no complaints at all

 
good value
By wstapleVerified Purchaser from Franklin, TN on 9/4/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Great light, Lightweight, Price, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

So far, so good. Great lens for the price. Still learning, but what I like what I've seen up to this point.

 
Love the bokeh
By KeirolVerified Purchaser from Chicago, IL on 9/4/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I love this lens. This is my first lens after the kit lens included in my 400D and its already fixed in my camera. For [$] its a real good buy!

 
Can't go wrong
By tboxcarVerified Purchaser from San Francisco on 9/4/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Noisy focusing, Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I was not expecting miracles, but for the price you can't go wrong, so light especially after switching off my Tamron 18-250 Di. I am still experimenting, but I do see many uses, especially in low light portraits, many more possibilities here. Cons: It's noisy and cheaply built, but that is what I expected. Everyone should have one tucked away!

 
good for the money
By AndreaVerified Purchaser from Kansas on 9/4/2008
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Blurry Focus
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

:)

 
So far...outstanding!!!
By DaveVerified Reviewer from Jacksonville, FL on 9/3/2008
Pros:
Excellent bokeh, Inexpensive, Lightweight, Low Light
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I recently purchased a Rebel XSi with the kit IS zoom lens. This combo is great in lots of situations, but the kit lens is not very good for low ambient light shots (I hate to use a flash). I like taking photos of my 2 year old inside the house and so far my new 50mm f1.8 II works beautifully! I was shocked to see the first couple shots I took inside the house at night. The backgrounds are nicely blurred and the images are remarkably crisp for a handheld lens without IS that costs under $100.

I purchased the Hoya multicoated UV0 filter and the Adorama rubber lens hood which, so far, work well together.

 
Best Bang for the Buck
By therosemanVerified Purchaser from Cornwall, Ontario on 8/25/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Sports/Action, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Terrific, fast portrait lens. Beautiful Bokeh. Sharp focus. Can't be beat for 3X the price.

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Sushi available light

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Lucy ISO400, f1.8, 1/4000th

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Cheap, light weight and nice pictures
By aligator 76Verified Purchaser from Houston on 8/24/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

- Small budget and very good pictures

- Small lens, very light weight

- 1.8 is a large aperture for portrait or inside the house.

- Plastic made, no USM, a bit small and noisy focus

 
Excellent for the price
By NathanVerified Purchaser from Virginia on 8/24/2008
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Low Light Focusing
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

If you're not a professional photographer, or maybe even if you are, this is the portrait lens for you. The difference really comes down to preference and how much money you have to spend. If the price isn't a problem for you, buy the 1.4, otherwise get this one. You'll be glad you did.

 
Great product for the price
By LynnVerified Purchaser from Tampa, FL on 8/24/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Fast focus, Great for low light, Lightweight, Reasonable Price, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

The lens if fast and sharp. Great for low light conditions. What you see through your viewfinder is what you get. It's very lightweight.

 
Excellent for Low Light
By RichVerified Purchaser from Mesquite, Nevada on 8/7/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Back-Up, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

It gives great low-light results for a fair price.

 
Nice Inexpensive Lens
By K1Verified Purchaser from Easley, SC on 8/7/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a very good lens for those on a budget or just starting out.

 
My son loves this lens.
By Wings of GoldVerified Purchaser from Georgetown, TN on 8/7/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I bought this lense as a gift for my son but on his behalf he really loves it. We get to be hobbyist togeather in the Smokey Mountains of Tennessee and as great as the lense and the hobby are the time togeather with family is invaluable.

 
Best bang for the buck!
By g2newbieVerified Purchaser from CA on 8/6/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

No complain for the money I pay for this lens. Sharp at F2.8 and beyond.

 
A must have
By borismVerified Purchaser from Weston FL on 8/6/2008
Pros:
Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Fantastic Image, fast lens very inexpensive a must have for the price!

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Buy this now
By Just an ObserverVerified Reviewer from Chino Hills, CA on 8/4/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great prime lens. Works well even in low lighting. The Gaussian blur it creates is amazing. At close distance, the auto focus sometimes does not work but there is a manual focus. If I lost or ruin the lens I would not hesitate to get another one. The price is incredibly low.

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Good lens for the price.
By M21Verified Purchaser from San Diego, Ca on 8/1/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a really good lens for the price. Very good for close-ups. The only con is the casing is not as great as compared to other Canon lenses but you get what you pay for.

 
Nifty fifty.
By waynetVerified Purchaser from Shreveport, LA on 7/23/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
All Plastic construction, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Low Light, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

At first glance, this lens is not impressive. All plastic construction, looks cheap. But wait till you see the pictures. At under[$]you can't afford not to have one.

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A very good lens for the price
By J MoVerified Purchaser from GA on 7/23/2008
Pros:
cheap, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

It is a great lens for the money. If you are just getting started, than this is a great buy to get you into either prime lenses, or into low-light photography.

 
excelent for the price
By DanielVerified Reviewer from Charlotte NC on 7/15/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Portraits, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Excellent for the price. plastic housing, but it doesn't seem weak. Made in Malaysia though but im not surprised for price. great for dusk/low light shots. really tight focal point makes it great for artistic shots. seems very solid once mounted.

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Great Lens
By simonVerified Purchaser from Trinidad, W.I. on 7/10/2008
Pros:
Lightweight
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

The first time I tried this lens was for a shot at 10pm with no flash or external lighting, the results were great.

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Perfect for the price
By RobVerified Purchaser from Philadelphia PA on 6/26/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I bought this lens for concert photography. It has been amazing for that. With no flash, you can get rich color for the stage with the artist in a sharp focus.

 
Great Buy!
By SarahVerified Reviewer from Columbia, MD on 6/22/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Plastic Housing, Weak auto focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I came from using a Canon F1 New (a film SLR) and am a die-hard fan of the old FD lenses. I was somewhat skeptical of the EF line to say the least.

I can say that I am getting the same consistent quality with this $90 lens that I do with my old FD 50mm! Great lens! I'm very impressed.

The bokeh (the quality of the blur. Seriously.) is wonderful, the focus is crisp and it's so lightweight. Not to mention the 1.8 F-stop makes it excellent in low light settings. The only drawback is the auto focus- it's not quite there. I've had better luck doing it myself. But, for the price who cares? I like manual focusing anyway, so I'm not bothered by it.

Overall, it's wonderful! It should be a staple in everyone's kit.

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Love my Nifty Fifty.
By TSEEJ from West Virginia on 6/19/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Best smallest investment you can make IMO, I use mine all the time with portraits, it does a great job. No issues at all after almost 3 years of use.

 
Excellent Lens!
By JoeVerified Purchaser from Batavia, NY on 6/14/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

The Canon EF 50mm F/1.8 lens is great lens at a low cost. Some People don't like the plastic construction, but it's the glass that makes all the difference so I don't worry about that. The pictures it takes are razor sharp. The only minor negative is the auto focus has a hard time in really low light. But for most situations this lens is fanastic. Buy this lens it will give you the most bang for the buck and you'll be delighted with the results you achieve.

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great for indoor photography
By Dayton cyclistVerified Purchaser from Dayton, OH on 6/13/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Got this lens just in time for my child's birth, to supplement the 450d kit lens. Great lens for low light in relatively tight quarters. The depth of field and bokeh are fantastic for isolating your subject. It does hunt sometimes for focus, but overall a fantastic lens at a fantastic value.

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Fast and powerful
By CoreyVerified Purchaser from California on 6/12/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

It is a great lens for the price!

 
Major bang for the buck
By Photog DonVerified Purchaser from Auburn, IN on 5/21/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Excellent Low Light Lens, Lightweight
Cons:
A Little Noisy
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Weddings
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I bought this lens solely for low light conditions and to compliment my other lenses and am very pleased with its performance, the only thing I wish it had is built in stabilization but if it did it would cost hundreds of dollars more.

 
Great for the price
By mr.eVerified Purchaser from madison, wi on 5/8/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

great glass for the price. have not had any images that i was not happy with from this lens. overall i am very happy with my purchase.

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good starter lens
By Lightbender from New Orleans LA on 4/28/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight
Cons:
Blurry Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I shoot primarily fine art and portraiture with a 35mm SLR but recently bought a DSLR (Canon Rebel XTi) out of necessity for some projects. I chose this lens as opposed to the kit lens because I wanted a fast prime lens. The main problem I find is that it lacks the necessary sharpness below about f8, which makes it useless for a number of applications.

For anyone just starting out in photography, however, I'd recommend this lens simply because it demonstrates the kind of control over depth of field that's possible with fast lenses. You won't get razor sharp images at full magnification, but you'll be able to print 5x7 shots that look just fine. So if you're on a budget, pick this lens up, learn how to use it and save up for something better with similar specs -- the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Standard AutoFocus Lens, for instance.

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Everybody should own this lens
By WBYoungVerified Purchaser from Barrie, Ontario, Canada on 4/24/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This was the first prime lens that I purchased. I ordered it along with the 35mm f2 which would be my normal lens on a Rebel XTi. I seldom take the 50 mm lens off my camera now. I have read all of the comments about plastic build and mount and how cheap it is. That may be, but for such a small, light sharp lens at this price it can't be beaten. Buy it.

 
Great price! and good Quality
By Rachel from Virginia on 4/21/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I bought this along with my first DSLR (canon 30d) and am happy with how it perfoms, I have a lot to learn so I am sure I can get even better pictures from it.

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Great Lens For the Price
By CujoJpNVerified Purchaser from Brooklyn Park, MN on 4/16/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens for the price, you simply can not go wrong with the nifty fifty. Every photographer should own one. Only prime lens that can substitute this one is the 50mm 1.4 or 85mm 1.8.

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Best buy I've made so far...
By Soo from Seattle, WA on 4/10/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Everyone told me that I should get one, so I did, and it was the best decision I've made yet. Great addition to your gear, takes awesome pictures for the price! [...] A++

 
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AF Lens
By PhotomanVerified Purchaser from Milwaukee, WI on 4/2/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
plastic mount, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

If your looking for a cheap plastic lens (not the glass) this is the one to buy.

 
Wonderful Lens
By jnash67Verified Purchaser from Rock Island, IL on 4/2/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
None yet
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use it as a great low light alternative to the kit lens. Also, it is a Canon lens, how can you to wrong?

 
Lotsa Bang For The Buck
By bhowdy@charter.netVerified Purchaser from Maryville, Tn on 3/30/2008
Pros:
Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

The "nifty fifty" is in my opinion the most bang for the buck in the digital photograhy world.[...]!Not built as solidly as the Canon "L" series lens it still has tack sharp focus and produces wonderful images.For the price every photographer should have one of these in their bag.

 
a must have. cant go wrong for the price
By leftygunsVerified Reviewer from denver, co on 3/20/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Portraits, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

this is a great buy, and for the money you cant go wrong. the casing is a little 'cheaper' and the focus is a little on the loud side, but overall its a great buy.

 
Incredible lens and an incredible price
By JeffVerified Reviewer from Michigan on 3/20/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

It you cant afford an L quality lens, this is the one to get. In my opinion, this is the best lens you can buy and its under a hundred bucks. Perfect for portraits and family shots. The 1.8 aperture allows great blur wide open and help immensely in low light. Seems to be sharpest at around f8 however.

 
Inexpensive and takes great pictures
By I take pics 2 from Chicago, IL on 3/10/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Overall, I am very happy with this lens.
The only thing I did not like was the packaging that it came in when shipped.

 
Great Buy!
By DrewVerified Purchaser from New Jersey on 3/8/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Scratches Easily, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Although this lens feels cheap and isnt made of high quality material it takes some a the best shots I have ever seen. The focus is incredibly sharp and clear.

 
Sharp and Inexpensive
By MGoBlueVerified Purchaser from Ann Arbor, MI on 3/6/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Casual user

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens for (gentle) general use.

 
A cheapie..But a Goodie!
By QCSAVerified Purchaser from Australia on 3/6/2008
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a cheap and nasty little lens, and the results from this plastic fantastic are sometimes mind boggling. You know you are not buying the fastest or sharpest lens in the EF range when you get one of these...But give it f/4 or higher in a composed shot and you might be surprised with the results. I use this puppy on my 5D when I am storm chasing and have made in the 10's of thousands from sale of prints taken with this lens. Its a cheap introduction to large appertures for those who want to have a dabble in portraiture...Not the Sharpest..But it does give the learner an understanding of the relationship betwenn apperture and depth of field. Has probably not been as popular as it was on film cameras as there are by far more of the APS-C Format cameras and has had a significant impact with the cropping giving the equivilent angle of view of the 85mm Focal Length...A bit more narrow than the "Standard" 50mm it once was. In short...If I were starting out again...Yes...It would be a part of my kit

 
UNBEATABLE QUALITY PICTURES
By RAYVerified Purchaser from ALABAMA on 3/6/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I would recommend this lense to any level photographer!! The sharpness is very very good!!!

 
Great lens and great service
By DarkstarVerified Purchaser from Frederick MD on 3/6/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a great lens for a newbie. A friend recommended this for me and I'm glad he did. It does a great job in low lighting compared to the kit lens. [...]

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For the money this lens is excellent
By Joel the explorerVerified Purchaser from Springfield, Massachussets on 2/28/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Perfect for nightshots
Cons:
Inconsistent auto focus
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a great little lense for night time photography. i have it attached to my canon rebel xt and get great shots in very low dim lighting without flash even at iso 200(steady hands needed)

Auto focus is a bit inconsistent on my xt its probably better on a higher model. Amazingly sharp at f/2.8 and higher from center to the corners.

depth of field is nice, i usually stop down to 2.0 or 2.8 for better sharpness and more consistent shots.

color rendition is phenomenal atleast to me, you can get very creative with this lens because because of its wide aperture, low light capabilities. i shoot with very low light, no flash and manually adjust my wb trims to get colors just the way i like them. i couldnt do this before. atleast not without iso 800 or higher or the use of flash.

if you've used a L series lens like the 24-70 (999)or the L 70-200 (500)non IS, you might not be blown away by this little gem. Now if this lens cost just as much i wouldnt be either, but at for what it costs? wow!.

its kind of cheap in construction, so treat it like the jewel it is. i dont think anybody will be truthfully dissapointed with this lens. Do get to know this lens, see what it can do for you and what kind of applications you intend to use it for. Patient is required, as with anything you intend to phothograph. Anything this lens cant do it probably wasnt meant to do, or you probably dont know what you're doing, in which case its not the lens fault. I know i didnt in the beginning (who does)

ive used this lens for portraits and im very pleased with it, i havent tried it for action photography after all is about creativity.

i love using it, i think you will too.

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Every camera owner needs this lens
By CraigerVerified Purchaser from St. Paul, MN on 2/26/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight
Cons:
No cons
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens needs to be in every Canon DSLR owner's bag. Great in low light. Can't be beat for the low price. This lens is light in weight light on the pocket and is incredibly fast at this or any price range. Only thing that could make this better is if it had a brother in the 35 mm fixed focal range.

 
Nice lens for the money
By SugarbearVerified Reviewer from Naples, Fl. on 2/25/2008
Pros:
Does the job, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

It's a good lens but the AF is loud. bought as a back-up and it takes very nice pics

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great First Learning Lens
By AugieDBVerified Purchaser from Wayne, NJ on 2/24/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is the first lens I purchased, in lieu of the kit lens. I don't regret losing the zoom in exchange for such a bright lens. This lens makes getting decent bokeh very easily. It can take pictures in relatively low lighting conditions -- perfect for those indoor family events.

For a general walkaround lens it works well, though I quickly picked up a decent quality zoom for my bright outdoors photography, where some things are too far away to fill the frame with this 50mm.

 
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8
By Hoseman240Verified Purchaser from Sikeston, MO on 2/21/2008
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens is a nice lens for someone who is starting out, but I prefer the older metal mount lens with the distance window. It seems to focus faster, is more durable, and is Japanese made. The optical quality of the older lens is also better, but this is an excellent fixed lens for someone who is on a tight budget.

 
Great Value
By DuncanVerified Purchaser from Wisconsin on 2/21/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Price, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Some vignetting, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Normal lens, general applications

 
Awesome performer!
By DimitriVerified Purchaser from Phoenix, AZ on 2/21/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

One of the best bargains in excellent overall lenses from Canon. I use this lens with low available light and it's never let me down so far.

 
good to have one
By FHVerified Purchaser from Los Angeles, CA on 1/30/2008
Pros:
Lightweight
Best Uses:
Back-Up
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Light and cheap

 
Great lens for crisp photos
By lucky1Verified Purchaser from Wisconsin on 1/22/2008
Pros:
Inexpensive, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

In the short time I've had this lens, I've used it at some elementary school functions and I really love how it will completely focus on the image and the background is slightly blurred. You won't be disappointed with your photos while using this lens.

I love the fact that it is so lightweight but a little nervous about the plastic housing, so I proceed with great care.

 
Great lens for the price
By DenrhizVerified Purchaser from Scotts Valley, CA on 1/22/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I used the lens to take portrait photo of my toddler using natural lighting. Photos are amazing! I have no regret I bought this budget-friendly lens!

 
Outstanding!
By Ben DoverVerified Purchaser from San Jose, CA on 1/21/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

All previous reviews were dead-on. Was expecting even more flimsy construction, but, was actually close to the kit lens[...]

 
good to have one
By Don DiegoVerified Purchaser from Los Angeles, CA on 1/21/2008
Pros:
And a fast lens, Fast, Lightweight
Cons:
Looks a bit fragile
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

A nice fast back up lens for a super cheap price

 
A Great Lense for Low Light
By Oobleck OggVerified Purchaser from Cape Girardeau, MO on 1/21/2008
Pros:
Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Indoor light/ no flash, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use this lense for taking indoor photos of family members, and it works great without flash or extra lighting. It provides me a bit of distance, so that the camera is not in the subject's face. The lense is also great for indoor still life photos, allowing use of natural light.

 
Best buy for the Buck!
By JohnVerified Purchaser from Aurora, IL on 1/21/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I love this lens. Can't beat it for the price.

 
worth every cent!
By ArunVerified Purchaser from San Diego, CA on 1/21/2008
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Hopeless build, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

at [$], IMHO it must be present in every kit. You cannot ask for more at this price. It way too sharp beyond f/4.5. I just love this lens and love it so much that I have made over 2000 picture in over one month. The build quality can be a little better, but at [$] you should not be complaining.

 
Great General Use Lens
By KiniVerified Purchaser from Livingston County, MI on 1/21/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I've had this lens for a few weeks and so far I love it. This is the first lens that I've gotten aside from the kit zoom lens which came with my Canon Digital Rebel XT.

 
Inexpensive, But Good
By Photo DudesterVerified Purchaser from Palm Desert, CA on 1/21/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

The lens is great. The only thing I fear is the plastic construction. Will it be durable? Time will tell. I was surprised at how fast the autofocus really is and how sharp the lens is for the money. The majority of my other lenses are f/2.8, so having the extra speed has really helped for dark gyms.

 
GREAT LENS
By R ICKVerified Purchaser from St. Petersburg Florida on 1/21/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I LOVE THIS LENS. SHARP FOCUS & WORKS VERY WELL FOR ME IN LOW LIGHT INDOORS. EX.CONTRAST/COLOR .COMPLETELY SATISFIED NO PROBLEMS/NO COMPLAINTS

 
Good Lens for the price
By Dman from New Jersey on 12/28/2007
Pros:
Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I have this lens on a 40D.For the Price It doesn't get any better.

 
Love the quality of pics, poor AF?
By Ashley from MD on 10/5/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Quiet
Cons:
Blurry Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I purchased this lens and have been pleased with it, but there is a problem- it won't autofocus, even outside in good lighting conditions. Is there something I am doing wrong? Is it a setting on my camera?

 
Great lens for the price
By craneje1Verified Purchaser from Wi on 10/3/2007
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits, Special Effects, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens for the price.

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So much for so little!!!
By DennyVerified Purchaser from Copley, Ohio on 10/2/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Portraits, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I've never owned a lens that is this fast before. I can get a lot of shots without having to use a flash.

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Missed my zoom
By Happy Snappy PappyVerified Purchaser from Northcentral Montana on 9/27/2007
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
First DSLR, Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

After about a week I decided I can use my 18-55 as effectively. Felt limited to what I could get in the frame especially indoors.

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Bighorn at Glacier Park

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For the price, you can't get any better
By JaimeVerified Purchaser from Tennessee on 9/27/2007
Pros:
Lightweight, Quiet, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

For the price, you really can't beat it. I've gotten really good pictures out of it. I just wish it was a little more ruggedly built - a little more durable.

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Worth Every Cent!!!!
By JamieVerified Purchaser from Rochester, NY on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Portraits, Professional Work, Sports/Action
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a great lens and worth every cent. Its a fast lens that takes incredible shots!!!! I would of given it 5 Stars but it has a hard time finding the focus (sometimes). Once you have your focus (the eyes are the best for portraits) you will get a sharp beautiful photo. This is a perfect lens for everyone! You can't go wrong with this Canon lens for under $80.

 
Great shots, sturdy but feels flimsy
By dpVerified Purchaser from Chicago, IL on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a great lens for all around use and pretty much is needed 90% of the time. Its produces clear shots. I just wish it would have a depth of field meter and be made of stronger materials.

 
This product works fast for the money
By linaVerified Purchaser from chicago on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Fast Recycling, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Night Photography, Special Effects
Describe Yourself:
Getting started

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

fast and durable

 
Great Buy
By kehsanVerified Purchaser from Grafton, MA on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Professional Work
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Love it.

 
great for portrait
By DjVerified Purchaser from Rochester, NY on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast, Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

light lense is great for portrait with blurry background eliminate need for background prop

 
Bang for the Buck
By C KIDDVerified Purchaser from Knoxville,TN on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great,I mean GREAT lens for the money, casing is plastic but if used as intended will not have a problem.I havent!

 
Everyone should have this lense.
By CharlesVerified Purchaser from Genoa on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast, Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Everyone should have this lense. It is cheap, but it works fine. You have to be carefull with it, but image quality is great.

 
I would buy this product again and again
By HARDIN IMAGEVerified Purchaser from CONCORD CA on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

OVER ALL IT GOOD ONE TO HAVE

 
This Lens Stays With Me
By PhotoFisherVerified Reviewer from Bristol, TN on 9/3/2007
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use this lense for up close shots and it gives a great portrait with a shllow depth of field at 1.8. Has a great sharpness when shooting indoors and is great to have on for outdoor scenery shots. Shooting in family settings, I have to get far back in the room w/85mm lenses to get a portrait type shot of my subject. This lens eliminates that problem and it can not be beat for the few dollars it costs.

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Puppy In Meditation

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Not just a bargain, it's stealing!
By madisonolesVerified Reviewer from Rock Hill, SC on 8/25/2007
Pros:
Great in Low Light, Lightweight, Razor Sharp, Sharp Focus, Unbelievable Value
Cons:
No Zoom but I knew that, Outside looks cheap
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Professional Work, Upgrade
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

If you are considering buying one of these there's nothing to consider. Buy it! If you're worried that you'll be disapointed, DON'T you won't. This lens is probably the best value for the money out there and did I tell you it was sharp. Sharp is something you like when people are paying you. People like sharp. So buy it already!

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Dark bar area with no flash

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I don't know what I would do without it
By lalartuVerified Reviewer from Montreal, Canada on 8/9/2007
Pros:
Dirt Cheap, Great for isolation, Lightweight, Quiet, Rugged, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Blurry Focus, No zoom, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Anything artistic, General Use, Professional Work, Small DoF pictures
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast, Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

About 90% of photos I shoot are with this lens. They come out incredible. I don't know what I would do without it. It's also dirt cheap, so even if something goes wrong with it, I can always buy another one. It's absolutely the best dSLR lens out there. It has to be.
Not quality wise, but taking all things into account (i.e. price+usability+quality of pics).

For the price, you really can't go wrong

 
Big Performer for Little Money
By Phantom MomVerified Reviewer from Oklahoma City on 8/9/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Quiet, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Casual user
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I bought this lens to take portrait type photos of our baby. The colors are amazing! Alot of times baby pics turn out too washed out, even when adjusting for white balance. Their skin is too perfect! This lens is wonderful at capturing her coloring. It focuses quickly and silently even in lower light settings.

I gave it five stars even though I did list the construction as a "con". It is a very light lens. The case is entirely plastic. It is great to not have the weight, but I am not ultra-careful with my camera and have a concern that I may eventually crack the case on this lens.

That said, for under a hundred dollars? Who cares if it breaks-- i'll go buy a new one.

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Looking Pensive

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An excellent choice
By clueningVerified Purchaser from Chicago on 7/18/2007
Pros:
Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I chose this lens based on it incredible price and great reviews, and it hasn't disappointed. On my 1.6x digital body it is slightly longer than perfect at times, but I in no way hold that agains it. Takes great pictures in very low light situations!

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A test shot in my dark garage

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pictures taken were great
By rickVerified Purchaser from plano,texas on 7/11/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Couldn't find a Con
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

i would buy this lens again

 
Good quality and quick focus
By FlooderVerified Purchaser from Dallas, TX on 7/10/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Quiet, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Cons:
Don't know any of yet
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Professional Work, Special Effects, Sports/Action, Upgrade, Wildlife
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I bought this lens as a backup, because the price was very good and it is made by Canon. All of the pictures look great on my Canon DSLR 30D. I like to use this lens inside of a building and my yard.

 
Very nice lens for a very nice price
By Chris JVerified Purchaser from Cleveland OH on 7/10/2007
Pros:
Sharp Focus
Cons:
None so far
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Casual user, Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Nice sharp images, great price

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"You will not be disapointed "
By AndreaVerified Purchaser from Maple Ridge , B.C. Canada on 7/10/2007
Pros:
Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I was not disapointed, great lens for the price.

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Our Canadian Goose

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Favorite lens for my digital Rebel XTi
By Photographer at HeartVerified Purchaser from Richmond, Virginia on 7/10/2007
Pros:
Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
General Use, Indoors-low light, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I LOVE this lens! I use it as my everyday lens. It takes great photos inside and in low light situations. I also use it to take photos of my children playing in the yard and it blurs the background somewhat so you can take great portraits - my best photographs have been taken with this lens. This can either be good or bad, but it is a fixed lens so there is no zoom in or out, but the other features make up for the lack of zoom.

 
Great cheap lens
By JNVerified Purchaser from San Mateo, CA on 7/10/2007
Pros:
cheap, Consistent Output, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Getting started
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I ordered these lens based on recommendations from friends who are good photographers. I've been very happy with them and use them all the time for portrait and "around the house" type photography.

 
bang for the buck
By ripVerified Purchaser from Eureka, CA on 7/10/2007
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Focus
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This thing is unbelieveably light weight. Takes a great portrait.

 
This is a great lens for the money.
By JWMANVerified Purchaser from MD on 7/10/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I highly recommend this lens. It is very useful in night shots, or where there is low light.

 
perfect portraits
By jdevVerified Reviewer from ny, ny on 7/2/2007
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Slow Focus, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great for short depth of field shots.

 
perfect portraits
By jdev from ny, ny on 7/2/2007
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Lightweight, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens, perfect for selective focus and portrait shots

 
Great little lens
By jpfVerified Reviewer from New York, NY on 5/21/2007
Describe Yourself:
Casual user, Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Fast, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Noisy focusing, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Low Light, Portrait
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

What can I say that hasn't been said? It's a great, fast lens that is perfect for portraits or low light. Yes, the build quality is quite low, but if you don't go dropping it you won't have a problem as long as you stay out of the rain. The focusing is noisy, but in my experience pretty accurate, and the focusing speed is fine. The image quality is great though -- excellent from f/2.8 up, and still very good wide open, where I use it all the time. Unless you already have the 50mm f/1.4 there's no reason you shouldn't have this lens (and even then, it would be a good backup).

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beauty
By jVerified Purchaser from ft worth,tx on 5/9/2007
Describe Yourself:
Getting started, Professional
Pros:
Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Back-Up, Professional Work, Upgrade
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

sharp, great on kids in wild flowers with dog

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great lens
By TrinVerified Purchaser from Chicago, IL on 5/8/2007
Describe Yourself:
Getting started, Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Low Price, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Needs better casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens, sharp, great portrait lens for those on a budget and with a 1.6 crop body

 
Rebel Must Hve
By Tom Vagabunda from LosAngeles-London-Warsaw on 5/8/2007
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Sharp Focus
Cons:
plastic mount
Best Uses:
Portrait
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great bokeh with 1.8, sharp corners, clear edges. All You wouldn't get from kit lens.
Very affordable quality.

 
My Favorite
By Sunday ShooterVerified Purchaser from Los Angeles/London/Warsaw on 5/8/2007
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Nice Bokeh, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Inaccurate Controls, plastic mount, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
Portrait
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Nice upgrade for kit lens owners.
With those all Your portraits are ready for cover of magazine. ;)

Now I now why red stripe is so expensive.

 
Standard AF Lens
By Lghtning4uVerified Purchaser from Katy, Texas on 5/8/2007
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Rugged, Sharp Focus
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Well worth the money spent.

 
Best 50mm for the money!
By WSVerified Purchaser from Tempe, AZ on 5/8/2007
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Low Cost
Cons:
Focus ring, Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Low quality lens that produces very high quality photographs.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Price/Performance Ratio!
By PC ProVerified Purchaser from Littleton, CO on 5/8/2007
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Just fair build quality
Best Uses:
General Use
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

A respectable lens, especially at this price! Usable as a portrait lens or as a small, light general-purpose lens when I don't want to carry a bigger, heavier zoom around. Pretty sharp, especially at smaller apertures. Sure wish Canon made a 24 mm lens, this fast and this cheap!

 
Great Lens
By AaronVerified Purchaser from Idaho Falls, ID on 5/8/2007
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Pros:
Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Sharp Focus
Cons:
Weak Casing
Best Uses:
General Use
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I used this lens this past weekend at a wedding and I got some amazing results. Using f/1.8 worked great on some of the shots. It produces some really sharp photos. Great Lens will recommend

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Love it.
By Branko Arsov FOTOGRAFVerified Purchaser from Ferndale, MI on 5/8/2007
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Pros:
Dirt Cheap, Fast
Cons:
Bad AF, Plastic
Best Uses:
General Use, Low light shoot, Professional Work
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I strap it on my old T2000 35mm canon and load 3200 Ilford BW and baby here I come.Bottom line excelent product for under [$].One problem (I don't care the lens is plastic) bad AF in low light conditions, but there is solution. Pop the on-flash let it flash while you focus, then fold the flash back switch to manual (without changing the distance) and fire away.It is a definite MUST HAVE.

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Ilford 3200 and Cheap Canon Lens

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inexpensive, fast, compact lens.
By jscottiVerified Purchaser from Tucson, AZ on 5/8/2007
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Affordable, Compact, Fast, Lightweight
Cons:
Inaccurate Controls
Best Uses:
General Use
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

No focus indicator, but otherwise inexpensive, fast, great lens.

 
Love it! Love it! Love it!
By Clutch Shoota from Maine on 4/13/2007
Pros:
Easily Mounted, Lightweight
Cons:
Very plastic
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Best Uses:
Portraits

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a MUST HAVE lens for someone getting into portraits but doesn't have a ton of cash. If you know your camera, you can make it do some great stuff. I have several lenses many times the price, but I can't help but use my "Lil'Fiddy" as I call it.

 
digiscoping
By rycy1241Verified Purchaser from Schertz, Texas on 3/26/2007
Pros:
Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight, Strong Construction
Describe Yourself:
Casual user, Getting started, Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Landscapes, Travel, Use for digiscoping, Wildlife
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I am learning to digiscope. The lense was bought to attach to my spotting scope and I am loving it.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Good lens for the money
By CatDancingVerified Purchaser from San Leandro, CA on 3/26/2007
Pros:
Lightweight, Quality glass
Cons:
Loose focus ring, No distance scale
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Candid shots, Photojournalism, Portraits
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Overall I love this lens. I opted for the less expensive version, rather than Canon's f/1.4 at three times the price. I'm very happy with the quality of the glass and it has become a favorite lens to use. I don't think you can beat it for the price. That said, there are a couple of drawbacks. I long for a distance scale on it. Also, when using manual focus, the focus ring seems almost too loose and can move on its own, which throws the focus off. I had my camera mounted on a tripod and pointing down at the subject, and saw the focus ring move just because of the position. Gravity changed the focus! That's not a problem if using autofocus, however.

 
Dont judge a book by it's cover
By hjoseph7 from VA on 3/15/2007
Pros:
Lightweight
Describe Yourself:
Casual user, Getting started, Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Art, Documentary, Fun, Photojournalism, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I took this lens which came with the camera for granted and figured I would never use it, because of it's cheap look and tiny focusing ring. One day, I was forced to use it after another one of my more expensive Sigma lenses broke down. I was amazed at the pictures and figured it was the work of a skillfull Lab operator. However, time and time again, this lens allways seemed to amaze me, even when I took the negatives to another lab. It's not an 'L' series lens, but it comes close in sharpness contrast and resolution. I'm still trying to figure out how...

 
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8
By Foto di GiacomoVerified Reviewer from The desert in Arizona on 3/9/2007
Pros:
Lightweight
Cons:
No cons noticed
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Very good lens excellent for selective focus of your subject photos are always very clear and crisp with use of this lens. I use this lens on my Canon SLR 35mm camera and my Canon 20D DSLR and obtain consistant results every time.

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Portrait Sitting

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Lens, for the money
By PaulVerified Purchaser from Sterling VA on 3/1/2007
Pros:
Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight
Describe Yourself:
Getting started, Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

The lens is light doesn't feel very solid, and is slow to focus, but it delivers sharp images. I would reccomend it as an addition to your camera bag if you are starting out. It's something to use until it breaks, and then upgrade or replace. You aren't going to get anywhere near F1.8 for two or three times the price of this lens.

 
an okay lense for a good price
By DiscophusVerified Purchaser from Alpine, TX on 2/21/2007
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Fun
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens will not amaze you, but it will take fair low light pictures. If you can afford it buy a better lens, if not, buy this one.

 
Good For The Price
By Go Ahead And ShootVerified Purchaser from Madison, WI on 2/16/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I can only reiterate what's already been said. Yes, it's built like a toy, yes it can be overlooked for the price and the quality glass. Recommended.

 
Best value for the money.
By bobbyVerified Purchaser from arlington, tx on 2/13/2007
Pros:
Best value for the money, Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight
Cons:
Not strong construction
Describe Yourself:
Getting started, Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Art, Portrait
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Best value for the money. Lense is shaft, light weight

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Best lens for the money!
By RobVerified Purchaser from Murfreesboro, TN on 2/13/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Mounted, Great fast lens, Lightweight
Cons:
Lacks a well built feel
Describe Yourself:
Getting started, Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Art, Fun, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens. Best lens for the money by far. If you have recently bought a Canon EOS camera, this should be your first lens purchase.

 
beautiful pictures!!!
By SaraVerified Purchaser from central coast on 2/12/2007
Pros:
All around great
Cons:
None So Far
Describe Yourself:
Casual user, Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Art, Documentary, Fun, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

i love this lens. quaility pictures and great price.

 
Canon EF 50mm f 1.8 lens
By BobVerified Purchaser from Boston, MA on 2/12/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight, Strong Construction, Very smooth operations
Cons:
None
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Best Uses:
Documentary, Fun, Photojournalism, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I have used this lens under very different and demanding circumstances. Excellent quality for the money

 
Great lens for the price
By Razorback RickVerified Purchaser from Arkansas on 2/12/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Great value, Lightweight, Strong Construction
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Portrait Photography, Some indoor sports
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great "beginner" lens. It allows a nice shallow DOF for portraits, and a nice wide aperature for shooting indoors where flash is prohibited. Lack of zoom forces you to concentrate on composition/framing.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Best lens I own
By MichaelVerified Purchaser from Los Angeles, CA on 2/12/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Mounted, Image quality
Cons:
Build quality
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Art, Portraits
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Simply put, it's the best lens I own. Incredibly fast and sharp, I've sold many photos taken with it. The only downside is the build isn't very great, but I've had it for nearly two years without a problem. Should it fail, I'll buy another one without hesitation.

 
I am extremely happy with the lens.
By SaifVerified Purchaser from Prince Frederick, MD on 2/12/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Good Value, Lightweight
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Fun, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

It is a very good lens. Color and sharpness are excellent.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Lens - Build Quality Not Great
By Special MonkeyVerified Purchaser from New York, NY on 2/12/2007
Pros:
Cost, Lightweight, Sharp with nice colors
Cons:
Build
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Fun, Photojournalism, Whatever
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

A nice lens that can't be beat for the $$. But mine broke when my camera took a spill (camera was fine) but lens split apart and the foil circuit tape connecting the motor to the af/manual switch inside severed. I really miss this lens now - stuck only with the 18-55mm, which can not compare. Debating replacement or upgrading to the 50mm 1.4 usm

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Licorice, Boston Terrier - Washington Sq. Dog Run

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Could not ask for better for the price
By DaveVerified Purchaser from Aurora, CO on 2/12/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight, Strong Construction
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Art, Fun
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens is great for getting motion captured in semi-low-light situations. The quality of the pictures are excellent. I am very pleased with this lens.

 
Great Buy!
By Montana ManVerified Purchaser from Plains, MT on 2/12/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Mounted, Lightweight
Cons:
Light Construction
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
low light
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Sharp pictures with great low light ability for the money.

 
Just Buy It !
By MirageVerified Purchaser from NC on 2/9/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight
Cons:
None at all
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast, Professional
Best Uses:
Anything and Everything, Art, Documentary, Fun, Photojournalism, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a great lens. I can not find anything wrong with it at all. Some people complain about the body being made from plastic but, if you take care of your equipment like you should, there wont be any problems at all.

 
Super sharp lens
By kjVerified Reviewer from Indiana on 2/9/2007
Pros:
Cheap, Sharp
Cons:
All plastic
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast, Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This is a super sharp lens. I love this lens. This was the 2nd lens that I bought for the Canon 10d. I had a tamron 28-300 lens and was getting frustrated with the image quality. I bought this lens after seeing reviews on it. I was shock how sharp and good the images looked from this lens. This lens is good enough that I photographed an entire wedding with this lens. For the price you can't go wrong with this lens.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
The right tool for the (low light) job
By PhilVerified Purchaser from Neenah, WI on 2/9/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Mounted, Lightweight
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Best Uses:
Documentary, low light, Photojournalism
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I bought this lens for one reason - to use with my Canon 20D to take low light shots. My daughter is in school theater and I want to take pictures of her at rehearsals and in shows. Flash is a distraction, so I decided to buy this lens and use the camera's higher ISOs (800 and 1600). The lens is entirely consistent with other reviews I read before buying it - great bang for the buck, but construction is feels cheap (but is serviceable). Photos are sharp and the f1.8 really lets me get some shots in light that would otherwise be too dim. This is a great piece of equipment to increase the low light capabilities of your system at a reasonable price.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
best value for the money
By PeterVerified Reviewer from IN on 2/6/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Lightweight
Cons:
AF not always accurate, Cheaply build
Best Uses:
Fun, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great value, very sharp at f/2.8 and up but soft at f/1.8. At f/2.8, it can beat in terms of sharpness some L zooms at f/4 (but the DOF is different, naturally). The colors are a bit cold but still pleasant. Collects dust easily and the AF is not always precise. Nevertheless, a must for a beginner.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
clean and simple
By PatriciaVerified Purchaser from Detroit MI on 2/6/2007
Pros:
Cheap, Clear clean sharp
Cons:
Limited application, Plastic Mount
Best Uses:
Portraits, still life
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Does what I want---takes clear clean pics of art works.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
The practical choice of photographers
By Casual ObserverVerified Purchaser from Worcester, MA on 2/5/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight, Sharp focus, Strong Construction
Cons:
No USM
Best Uses:
Art, Fun, Routine photography, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

An indispensable prime lens for trips when you do not want to carry too much equipment. Don't need a huge hood. Works well in bright and low light. Just a very satisfying lens for most casual photography. Highly affordable too.

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Vigilant to the end

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Time memorialized

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Great everyday lense
By MikeVerified Purchaser from Nashville, TN on 2/5/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Fun, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I use the lense for everyday shots and convenience, its great to have around when traveling.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great value for the money
By steverin0Verified Purchaser from Saint Louis, MO on 2/5/2007
Pros:
Easily Mounted, Fast Aperture, Lightweight
Cons:
Noisy focusing
Best Uses:
Art, Fun, Photojournalism, Portraits
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I purchased this lens to use with my Digital Rebel for taking portrait shots of my new baby daughter in low light without having to use flash. It has not disappointed me yet - I have gotten some really lovely natural light portraits that I could have never gotten using the kit lens that came with my Rebel. The only negative that I can mention is that the focus action is quite noisy, if you are used to USM lenses, but it does not affect performance in the least.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
quality lightweight lens, great price
By r.Verified Purchaser from DC on 2/5/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Art, Documentary, Fun, Photojournalism, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I'm just getting used to my dSLR, and have been having a great time with it. When I don't have a lot of carrying space, this 50mm lens is a pretty good option to keep my camera relatively light and compact so that i can take it wherever. its an awesome portrait lens, very intimate. and its kind of nice to limit yourself to this range sometimes, to force you to be more conscious in framing your shots.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great lens for the price!
By Photon PhanaticVerified Reviewer from Nevada City, CA on 2/3/2007
Pros:
Inexpensive, Lightweight
Cons:
Soft Edges
Best Uses:
Documentary, Fun, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I like this lens and use it for fun, "human eye view" shots. It is a bit soft around the edges and I would not use this for professional shoots but carry it with me everywhere. It is a very good and inexpensive lens and very lightweight. I use it on my Rebel XT and Eos 5D

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
not just for beginners
By CoachBettyVerified Reviewer from MyrtleBeach SC on 1/26/2007
Pros:
Clear Glass, Lightweight
Cons:
None
Best Uses:
Art, Documentary, Fun, Photojournalism, Travel
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

A lot of shooters relegate this lens to the world of inexperienced beginners but this baby has many advantages that a pro can enjoy too.

Most important to us is the price factor - this lens is "disposable" at this price and makes it perfect for shooting in hostile environments such as the beach, desert, swamps, shipboard, etc...

This one belongs in every bag - the single "best buy" in the whole Canon EOS line-up. Next is the EF 70-200 f/4L

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Dollar for dollar, hard to beat it
By UserFPCVerified Reviewer from Harrisburg, PA on 1/1/2007

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I just bought this lens after finding a 70-201mm f.3.5 zoom lens nowhere near fast enough to shoot my daughter's b-ball games in gyms that are 20+ years old.

This lens did the trick. Easily caught action at 1/200 second. You cannot argue with the price.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
great beginner lens
By Saphire from quebec Canada on 12/29/2006
Pros:
Clear Glass, Fast Aperture, Lightweight
Cons:
Dust, Slow to focus
Best Uses:
Art, Fun, Travel

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

Great lens for the price. Makes useful portrait lens on a digital with fov crop. Super light weight. It is a great lens for beginners but when wide open it is a little soft on edges, with the digital crop that is fixed. For advanced users this lens has horrible Bokeh(out of focus area) when stoped down, if this is important to you get the 50mm 1.4. After a year dust entered the lens. Focusing is not the greatest but then again the price of this lens is 3 times less expensive than the 50 mm 1.4 Over all big bang for the buck. I keep this lens in my bag at all times

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

 
Beginning Lens
By RampantMonkeyVerified Reviewer from Black Diamond, WA on 10/4/2006
Pros:
Low Price
Cons:
Flimsy

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

I am a beginner and this lens was a good price point for learning more about aperture and other manual settings. The construction is plastic and feels flimsy but I have been using the lens for a year and it is still in great shape and works without any trouble.

[9 of 11 customers found this review helpful]

 
It's cheap alright...
By Hook em' HornsVerified Reviewer from Tennessee on 8/10/2006
Pros:
Clear Glass, Easily Accessible Controls, Easily Mounted, Lightweight
Cons:
No Depth Of Field Scale
Best Uses:
Art, Documentary, Fun, Photojournalism, Travel

Comments about Canon Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - USA:

This lens has a lot of large aperture for only a little money. But when it comes to a standard lens, the least a manufacturer can do is put a distance focus ring and a depth of field scale on the top of the lens. Minolta, Nikon, and Pentax all do it, but this lens comes up lacking. You can, however, get one that has this mandatory function. You just have to pay 3 times as much for the 1/2 stop difference and the USM AF. But it is there, never the less. Other than that, this lens works fine and is handy in low light situations, doesn't take up much room, and is good for beginners

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