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Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens, Bundle with Vanguard VEO 3 GO 235AB 23mm 5-Section Aluminum Travel Tripod with T-50 Ball Head, ProOptic 72mm Filter Kit, Cleaning Kit

SKU: CA5012AFUTK MFR: 1257B002 TK
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  • Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens
    Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens
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  • Vanguard VEO 3 GO 235AB 23mm 5-Section Al Travel Tripod with T-50 Ball Head
    Vanguard VEO 3 GO 235AB 23mm 5-Section Al Travel Tripod with T-50 Ball Head
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  • ProOptic 72mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit
    ProOptic 72mm Digital Essentials Filter Kit
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the Canon 50mm f/1.2L USM lens's incredible f/1.2 maximum aperture.
  • Experience fast, silent autofocus thanks to the USM technology in this Canon EF standard lens.
  • Enjoy exceptional image quality with aspherical lens elements that correct aberrations effectively.
  • This 50mm lens excels in low light, making it perfect for indoor photography and nighttime scenes.
  • Create beautiful background blur (bokeh) for dreamy images with this premium Canon portrait lens.
  • Bundle includes a versatile Vanguard tripod/monopod for stable shots and creative photography.
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2024-11-14T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very special lens that can produce wonderfully artistic photos

This is a very special 50mm lens. At f 1.2 it has a razor shallow depth of field which can be used to create incredible images. That said the f stop often needs to be selected to capture the depth needed to provide the proper split between what is or is not in focus. I've never had this lens miss focus but it's possible to have too narrow a depth of field. This is really a lens that can produce extraordinary artistic images. Highly recommended.

TomH

2022-12-12T08:19:52

Rated 5 out of 5

50mm is a must!

Amazing sturdy lens.

ANNA K.

2022-06-09T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love This Lens!

I couldn't be happier with this lens...so much bokeh! I absolutely love it.

Amber247

2022-06-07T09:15:38

Rated 1 out of 5

Please stop

I've reviewed this purchase twice already and not really into the constant emails asking me to review it again. The lens is fine, the emails are not

THOMAS C.

2022-03-10T02:26:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Nifty Fifty

Works great, fabulous clarity

Jaisen H.

2022-03-10T02:25:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Nifty fifty

Works great

Jaisen H.

2022-01-02T12:46:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Sharp & and a staple lens

Always need a solid 50mm in your kit. The $75 standard version just isn't quality for final client products. Plus having this at a F1.2 is an incredible benefit for as much night-time work I do.

TONI S.

2021-10-20T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Way over priced.

Heavy, expensive, only a fixed 50mm lens. Blurry background. Slow autofocus.

Conman

2021-06-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A real one

My husband and I shoot 60+ weddings a year together, and this is my hands down go-to lens. It's great for details, portraits, landscapes--it really does it all, and has a sharpness and look that I love. If I'm worried I won't have enough room in a space, I reach for the 35mm, and if I want dreamy bokeh I go for the 85mm, but of all our lenses the 50mm gets most of my love. I don't typically shoot below 2.2 for the sake of sharpness, but in low light situations with enough room the 50mm really pulls through. Love it, chef's kiss, buy it!

kristerdell

2021-02-15T12:01:37

Rated 5 out of 5

Portrait lens

LOVE this lens. It takes beautiful soft portraits with amazing bokkeh.

VALERIE S.

2020-12-12T14:56:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome Lens

Love love love this lens. Best purchase i have ever made.

Carolina F.

2020-10-28T09:10:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product

I love my lens!

HALEY G.

2020-10-28T08:49:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Lens

Very sharp and shipped really quickly

MONICA A.

2020-08-27T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

A great lens when used for the correct application

I purchased this lens to use with my Canon EOS 5D Mark IV. The build quality is exceptional, and images produced have a gorgeous, dreamy look with a beautiful bokeh. However, if you are looking for a lens with ultimate sharpness, you may want to consider other options such as the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM or the Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM. Also be aware that while using this lens at near minimum focusing distances (1.5 to about 3 feet, you will experience focus shift with apertures smaller than f/1.2 to about f/4 before the increased depth of field compensates for the focus shift. This is a function of the design of the lens, not a manufacturing defect, All in all, an excellent lens when thoughtfully used for the proper applications.

Don E.

2020-08-26T10:21:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Must have

The most versatile lense you can buy.

RAUL 3.

2020-08-12T14:27:19

Rated 5 out of 5

A must have

Even though,currently, I use a cropped sensor, I am still blown away by this lens! Focus is fast and sharp, colors are extortionately, and overall it has made my job so much easier! I don’t know how I lived without it.

SKYLAR D.

2020-08-04T08:46:22

Rated 4 out of 5

As expected.

Performs as expected. I won't give it 5 stars because A. the price is up there and B. I am not a reviewer of 50mm lenses and have limited experience. I do not recommend products unless I have experience with at least a few.

JAMES L.

2020-08-02T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Like New

Seems brand new to me! It came double boxed with bubble wrap around both the camera and between inner and outer boxes.

Quinoje

2020-08-01T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Too soft

Build quality is great, lens arrived looking brand new. It's far too soft in the center however, unless you stop down to 2.8. Returned.

Lou B.

2020-06-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great lens!

I love this lens! The photos are so crisp compared to my other 50mm. Also love the weatherproof feature on this lens.

Ahna

2020-03-07T08:22:03

Rated 5 out of 5

50mm 1.2

Better than expected.

Josh G.

2020-03-06T07:34:52

Rated 5 out of 5

50 mm 1.2

Love this lens. No complaints whatsoever.

ROXANA M.

2019-12-18T07:25:43

Rated 5 out of 5

God like

So far this lens has been god mode for me. This is attached yo my Canon Eos r and its been working like a dream.

SOURIYA X.

2019-12-14T10:21:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Canon 50mm. 1.2 is Great!,, Don’t hesitate!!

This is a Fabulous lens for bokeh shots. Super fast in low light natural setting. Canon is my camera of choice. Adorama IS MY Favorite Camera and More Store!!!! They are fantastic!!!! Great for portraits/weddings with that romantic feel. I want the 85mm 1.2 some time in the future. Get the 50mm 1.2 is well worth the price.

ROBERT C.

2019-11-07T20:39:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Creative Tool!!!

What is not to like about great lens? Super fast, prime lens. Canon quality. I am a Canon man!!!! Adorama is my favorite Camera Store. My business History Proves it!!!!

ROBERT C.

2019-11-07T08:58:16

Rated 3 out of 5

Middle range focal length

This is my first prime L lense I have ever purchased. It really a good lense to start up if u guys love to do portrait and fashion photography. But because of the focal length. I don’t use it that much anymore. It a middle range. It really hard to let me get the good shoot I want if I have small area to work on. Just change the 35mm focal length. Is really good for the small narrow space for shoot. I would recommend anyone to test between 35 or 50 focal length. To see which focal length will suit you.

ANOK G.

2019-05-22T08:21:39

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing lens for portraits and detail photos.

This lens is super sharp. So far I have used it to take graduation portraits of my daughter, prom portraits, and track meet photos. It blurs the background beautifully at the lower aperatures.

TAWNI B.

2019-03-29T11:41:31

Rated 4 out of 5

Great Lens with some learning curve

Great lens. you might need multiple shots to get a perfect focus..until you figure out the best technique to get good focus when wide open 1.2

KRISHNAKUMAR V.

2019-03-05T04:15:30

Rated 5 out of 5

What a lens.

I have always loved this lens and have always either borrowed it or rented it. I finally grabbed my own a few weeks ago and it's by far my favorite walk around lens and artistic lens. I have used it on fashion shoots and for video shoots. No complaints here!

Rich S.

2019-02-18T13:43:36

Rated 5 out of 5

I knew I couldn’t afford to splurge on another lens, but I am so glad I did! I love my nifty 50!

The 50mm is the fourth lens to be added to my red ring (L lens series) collection. I own the 70-200 f2.8, 85mm f1.2, 35mm f1.4 and now this amazing 50mm. It’s perfect because I have a small studio (18 feet long by 15 feet wide) which my 85mm can’t really work in and my 35mm is too wide - so the 50mm works perfectly in tight spaces. I find that I’m keeping the 50 on my body (canon 5D Mark iv) and I usually never switch it out. It’s fast, it’s crispy clean (even when wide open) and it’s the perfect focal length for my current workflow. I knew I couldn’t afford to splurge on another lens, but I am so glad I did!

FRANZENE G.

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Canon 50mm F/1.2L Specifications

General

General

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  • Brand

    Canon

  • MPN

    1257B002

  • Lens Series

    Canon EF

  • Color

    Black

  • Lens Type

    Standard

  • Lens Mount

    Canon EOS

  • Format Compatibility

    Full Frame

  • Focus Type

    Auto Focus

  • Focusing Technology

    N/A

  • Closest Focus Distance

    1.5' (45 cm)

  • Distance Information

    N/A

  • Built-In Motor

    N/A

  • Focal Length

    50mm

  • Angle Of View

    46 deg.

  • 35mm Equivalent Focal Length

    Not Applicable

  • Coverage

    N/A

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/16

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/1.2

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.15x

  • Lens Coating

    N/A

  • Aspherical Elements

    Yes

  • ED Glass Elements

    N/A

  • Filter Size

    72mm

Construction

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  • Lens Elements / Groups

    N/A

  • Diaphragm Blades

    N/A

  • Dimensions

    N/A

  • Weight

    N/A

Features

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  • Image Stabilization Type

    None

  • Tripod Collar

    Yes

  • Waterproof / Water Resistant

    N/A

  • Dust Resistant

    N/A

  • UPC Codes

    192223219441, 013803064551, 846431057448, 840014139958, 026196354277

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Designed For Use With:

  • 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 1DX Mark III
  • Canon T7i
  • Canon 1DS Mark II
  • Canon 1DX
  • Canon 1DX Mark II

Compatible With Restrictions:*

* 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.

  • Canon 10D
  • Canon 60D
  • Canon 60DA
  • Canon 70D
  • Canon 77D
  • Canon 7D
  • Canon 7D Mark II
  • Canon 80D
  • Canon 90D
  • Canon SL1
  • Canon SL2
  • Canon SL3
  • Canon T2i / 550D
  • Canon T3
  • Canon T3i
  • Canon T4i / 650D
  • Canon T5
  • Canon T5i / 700D
  • Canon T6
  • Canon T6i
  • Canon T6s
  • Canon T7
  • Canon T8i
  • Canon XS
  • Canon XSi / 450D
  • Canon XTi

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CompatibilityCanon 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 T7iCanon 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 T7iCanon 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 FeaturesAsphericalAsphericalTilt/Shift
Kit StyleLens & Tripod KitBaseBase
Lens TypeStandardStandardMacro, Standard
Filter Size72mm72mm77mm
Fixed Focal Length50mm35mm50mm
Lens MountCanon EF MountCanon EF MountCanon EF Mount
Maximum Aperturef/1.2f/1.4f/2.8

About Canon 50mm F/1.2L

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great lens, but not for an amateur

By ROBERT H.

First off this isn't a "standard lens", it's unlike any 50mm lens currently in production. The ef 50mm f/1.2L is a specialty lens. I know, your asking "How can a 50mm be a specialty lens"? To answer the question you have to understand exposure. Actually, you have to be a "master" of exposure. When you set this baby to f/1.2 it creates the most creative DOF you can imagine. It also creates the perect creamy "bokeh". No Zeiss or Leica lens can coe close. The problem is many people buy this le...

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Fantastic Lens

By DANILO B.

I own the 24, 35, 50, 85, 100, 135, 200 2.8, 24-70, 17-40, 70-200 2.8, and 300 2.8 L lenses. I can say that out of all those fantastic lenses, this one is the best at low light focusing. I do about 50% weddings, so at receptions, I always use this lens. the build quality is excellent, the bokeh is beautiful and creamy, and the focus is fast, smooth and accurate. I dont use 1.2 a whole lot, but when I do, it is absolutely fantastic. I use this on a 5dmk2, 5d, 1dmk3, and 1dmk4

The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens is a high-quality, professional-grade lens that sets the standard for autofocus speed in its class, making it an indispensable asset for both professional photographers and advanced amateurs. This lens is uniquely designed to complement full-frame Canon DSLRs, such as the EOS-1Ds Mark II and EOS 5D models, while also delivering exceptional results on APS-C/H sized sensor models.

As a testament to Canon's legacy of optical excellence, every facet of the EF 50mm f/1.2L USM lens exudes professional quality. It features a wide 72mm filter diameter and a robust construction that is sealed against dust and moisture. The lens incorporates a high refraction glass molded aspherical lens element that effectively minimizes spherical aberration, ensuring fine detail and maximum image quality from corner to corner, even when used wide open.

The 50mm focal length is particularly beneficial for full-frame digital camera users, enabling them to capture waist-up portraits while maintaining an appropriate subject distance. The large maximum aperture of f/1.2 allows for a shallow depth of field, creating a soft background that makes subjects stand out in a portrait. This large aperture also enables photographers to utilize higher shutter speeds for low-light shooting, helping to prevent blur caused by subject movement or camera shake.

Equipped with Canon's ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), the EF 50mm f/1.2L USM lens boasts impressively fast autofocus speed and response time. A full-time manual focus feature allows photographers to fine-tune image sharpness, even when the lens is set for autofocus.

Designed to deliver superior optical quality and durability, the EF 50mm f/1.2L USM lens features eight lens elements in six groups for high resolution. Advanced coating techniques suppress flare and ghosting, while a glass molded (GMO) aspherical element reduces spherical aberration and linear distortion. Dust and moisture-resistant components in the lens mount, switches, and focus ring ensure the lens can withstand a wide variety of shooting conditions.

In conclusion, the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens is an innovative, reliable, and durable choice for photographers seeking to elevate their craft.

Canon 50mm F/1.2L Features

  • Ultra-large aperture for a narrow depth of field and soft background blur
  • Suitable for any shooting situation;
  • Lens coating and construction are optimized to minimize the ghosting and flare that frequently occurs when lenses are used with digital cameras.
  • High-performance, weather-resistant lens delivers all the superb image resolution and contrast you expect in a Canon L Series Lens.

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the Canon 50mm f/1.2L USM lens's incredible f/1.2 maximum aperture.
  • Experience fast, silent autofocus thanks to the USM technology in this Canon EF standard lens.
  • Enjoy exceptional image quality with aspherical lens elements that correct aberrations effectively.
  • This 50mm lens excels in low light, making it perfect for indoor photography and nighttime scenes.
  • Create beautiful background blur (bokeh) for dreamy images with this premium Canon portrait lens.
  • Bundle includes a versatile Vanguard tripod/monopod for stable shots and creative photography.

What's in the box:

  • Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens
  • Front Lens Cap E-72U
  • Rear Lens Cap E
  • Lens Hood ES-78
  • Soft Lens Pouch
  • Canon 1 Year Limited Warranty
  • Bundle Includes:
  • Vanguard VEO 3 GO 235AB 23mm 5-Section Al Travel Tripod with T-50 Ball Head
  • ProOptic 72mm Filter Kit
  • Cleaning Kit