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2024-12-31T12:15:13
Great all good
ENRIQUE C.
2024-12-22T09:16:26
Great lens and accessories for the price. The lens hood isn't made by Canon but does work if you are patient.
SAMUEL C.
2023-08-06T20:00:00
Wonderful images, very compact, my first lens for my 1dx ii, low light is wonderful, I will stick with Canon lenses
Kevin865
2023-07-28T12:20:56
Beautiful lens .. worth the money. Low light king and awesome sharpness.
BHAGYA P.
2023-07-20T07:05:54
It's a good looking lens and feels good in the hand. The only thing I would like to seen was a hood that come with it
Henry F.
2023-05-26T03:08:12
A go-to lens with exceptional ability to make dreamy images! Light eeight yet robust, this design has been around for a long time, and is probably one of the most depended on short primes out there.
Dale B.
2022-07-06T08:37:32
I couple this lens with my R6 body. It works as expected with a great gain due to the f/1.4 .
Andrew B.
2021-12-05T06:17:02
I purchased this lens to use for portraits and it has been working perfectly and so far I am very happy with how it preforms. It?s truly a great lens.
CARL B.
2021-11-29T08:33:05
Great quality if you are on a budget.
Mike F.
2021-11-18T07:52:51
This lens doesn?t disappoint. The kit is an excellent value.
Ryan S.
2021-10-13T04:42:44
Canon?s best kept secret. It?s just as sharp as some of Canon?s sharpest lenses. No need to pay more for L series lenses.
Tony S.
2021-08-17T20:00:00
Great bokeh. Only good to concentrate on one subject. Everything else becomes blurry.
JA V.
2021-07-29T11:31:07
mudsvile excellent piece of glass...use on 6d's
DAVE W.
2021-04-13T08:41:05
This was my first high quality lens and I LOVE it. Perfect for portraits. It?s such a fast lens! Amazing bokeh.
ELISABETH P.
2021-03-31T07:07:51
Exactly what I was waiting for. For me was a game changing. I love it
KLEA P.
2021-03-21T08:24:32
I’m so happy with my purchase and I love this lens!
HANNAH R.
2021-03-19T18:07:37
Great lens, I'm pleased with the quality.
PERCY D.
2021-02-08T15:05:15
This is the only lens I own (right now). I am very pleased with it. I'm making it work for Photos and Video, for now. I use it with my Canon 90D body. Spend the extra money for this baby. Use it for my business Caution To Wind. See attached photos.
SAMANTHA L.
2020-11-17T09:23:51
Great lens! Perfect value for a Canon 50mm. Better image and aperture than the 1.8 and less than 1/2 the price of the 50mm 1.2.
Keith W.
2020-11-12T04:14:22
Fanatic Fanatic
Matthew D.
2020-10-22T08:45:08
Does what it says. Fast lens, creamy bokeh. Fantastic for portraits and anything else!
WILLIAM M.
2020-10-02T08:45:30
Great lens!
MAX M.
2020-09-29T09:20:32
I can't afford the f/1.2 so I got this one.. it has been my favorite for low light and people photography
DAVID H.
2020-09-15T09:19:19
It's a really nice lens. Images are very sharp. Highly recommended for portraits.
yashavantha v.
2020-09-11T08:03:14
Great lens! Got delivered on time.
EMMA S.
2020-07-31T13:42:44
Love this lens its on my 80d most of the time.
CONRAD C.
2020-07-19T07:36:22
Great lens!
ALICIA M.
2020-07-19T07:31:23
This is the first prime lens I have owned and was a perfect beginning to many more. It’s worked great and taught me so much.
ALICIA M.
2020-07-09T08:57:57
Great low light video and portraits! The USM was a little louder Than I was expecting compared to my ISM lenses, but the speed is worth it!
Danny C.
2020-06-30T10:04:03
Excellent lense, I am very happy!
Tony M.
CarePAK PLUS provided through Canon offers protection from accidental damage such as drops, spills, power surges, and more including normal wear and tear, beyond the standard warranty period.
Canon EF Mount
Full Frame
Standard
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Canon USM Series, Canon EF Series
Base
2515A003
Black
Auto Focus
1.48 / 45cm
No
No
50mm
f/1.4
58mm
46°
f/22
0.15x
No
No
Yes
No
No
7 Elements in 6 Groups
8
10.23oz / 290g
2.91 x 1.99" / 73.8 x 50.5mm
082966213014
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Now more than ever, photographers are working on-the-go, taking jobs across the country, and even around the world. We need lenses built to travel with us, that perform at the highest level, but don’t weigh us down. As the major camera manufacturer, Canon develops some o...
* If using a APS-C Lens on a Full Frame Camera OR Full-Frame Lens on a APS-C Camera then Image sensor will be narrowed down to APS-C size.
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Compatibility | Canon 1DS Mark II, Canon 1DX, Canon 1DX Mark II, Canon 1DX Mark III, Canon 5D, Canon 5D Mark II, Canon 5D Mark III, Canon 5D Mark IV, Canon 5DS, Canon 5DS R, Canon 6D, Canon 6D Mark II, Canon T7i | Canon 60DA | Canon 1DS Mark II, Canon 1DX, Canon 1DX Mark II, Canon 1DX Mark III, Canon 5D, Canon 5D Mark II, Canon 5D Mark III, Canon 5D Mark IV, Canon 5DS, Canon 5DS R, Canon 6D, Canon 6D Mark II, Canon T7i |
Special Features | - | Aspherical, Image Stabilization | - |
Kit Style | Base | Base | Base |
Lens Type | Standard | Standard, Wide Angle Zoom | Standard |
Filter Size | 58mm | 49mm, 67mm | 49mm |
Fixed Focal Length | 50mm | 50mm | 50mm |
Lens Mount | Canon EF Mount | Canon EF Mount | Canon EF Mount |
Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.8, f/4.5-5.6 | f/1.8 |
Excellent Learning Lens
By Kashius
I've been reading the reviews on this lens, and I am stunned to find out that the biggest complaint is about the AF eventually breaking. I am a professional photographer, and I was taught many years ago not to rely on auto focus. I rarely use the AF, so I guess I don't have to worry about the lens ever breaking. I bought this lens for two reasons. 1. it was affordable. 2. I wanted to improve how I take portraits Not only did this lens do that for me, but I discovered that this lens is also ...
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Excellent low light lens
By TomH D.
I've had my EF 50mm 1.4 lens for many years. My Canon 6D normally carries a 24-105 L series lens. The 50mm is used when I want to lighten my load or shoot photos indoors with natural light. Note that 1.2 and 1.4 lens opened to their widest apertures have a very narrow depth of field which, if focused properly, will provide the target in crisp focus and intentionally blur items in front or being the subject. My lens has been excellent at focusing on it's own and the manual override without thr...
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Become a master of photography with the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens, a paragon of optical innovation and precision. This high-quality lens, meticulously crafted to the highest standards, offers an unrivaled blend of sharpness, color richness, and image accuracy, transforming every shot into a visual masterpiece.
Experience a significant boost in image quality with the lens's two high-refraction lens elements harmoniously paired with Gaussian optics. This powerful combination effectively eliminates astigmatism and suppresses astigmatic difference, ensuring every image is sharp, clear, and flawless. With a standard 50mm focal length and a wide 1:1.4 maximum aperture, this lens promises enhanced detail and clarity, even in low-light conditions or when shooting with the aperture wide open.
The Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens is equipped with a state-of-the-art ultrasonic motor (USM), delivering lightning-fast autofocus with impeccable precision. The motor's superior holding torque ensures spot-on focus without overshooting, making it a reliable tool for professional photographers. With a 46-degree diagonal angle of view and a close focusing distance of 0.45m / 1.5 ft., this lens is versatile, perfect for capturing both macro and wide-angle shots. For those moments that require manual control, you can effortlessly adjust focus without needing to switch out of AF mode.
Achieve a dreamy depth of field with a beautifully blurred background that makes your primary subject stand out. Thanks to its virtually circular aperture diaphragm, this lens produces an even, soft bokeh. The rounded eight-blade diaphragm further enhances this effect, adding depth and dimension to your photographs, especially when using shallow depth of field techniques.
Say goodbye to color imbalances and lens flare with the Super Spectra coating on this lens. This innovative feature ensures accurate color balance and boosts contrast, rendering your images in vibrant, true-to-life hues. More than just color enhancement, this coating significantly reduces flare and ghosting, common issues often caused by light reflecting off a camera's sensor.
The Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens is a testament to Canon's commitment to lens engineering and technological excellence. Ideal for photographers who demand perfection in every shot, this lens delivers unparalleled precision, clarity, and color richness, from the subtlest shadows to the most radiant highlights. Elevate your photography with this durable and innovative lens, compatible with a range of Canon cameras including the Canon EOS 1D X Mark II and the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
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