Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Standard AutoFocus Lens - Grey Market
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Shopper : Is there an adaptor that will allow me to use this lens on my Samsung NX100? I need a fixed aperture lens for a class I want to take.CARLOS D : Yes, they make Canon to Samsung lens adapter that will allow you to use Canon EF lenses but it will have to be focused manually.PAULINE Z : not as far as i know.
Veronica A : Can I use it with a micro 4/3 camera?Johny O : I don't know the model of camera you have, but this is meant for Canon SLR's that use EF-type lenses. From what you're saying I would guess no, but if you could get me the model number I could give you a better answer.ROBERT B : Most likely, no. If the camera indicates it can accept Canon EF lenses, you should be able to use it. You cold take your camera to a best buy or Walmart and try on a EF lens for fit and if it works order from Adorama! They probably won't have them at the other stores anyway. RYAN H : No.FARON C : This will not work on a Micro 4/3 although there may be some adapters that will allow you to use the lens.ANDREW R : Unfortunately no, this lens is designed for use on Canon EOS DSLRs.
Shopper : I am buying as a gift for daughter.. she asked for a 50 prime lense ...is this what she was asking for?XUEHE J : I think so. But you should make sure that f is 1.8.
BEN W : I'm pretty sure that is what she is talking about, but make sure she has a canon dslr. There are two other versions of this lens that go up in price from $$ to $$$ along with quality, but this lens has worked out well for me and my work. Hope this helpsSTEPHEN E : This is very likely what she means as the other configurations for the camera don't match like f-stop range from 1 to the low 20's. One similar number is the size (width) of the lens, but no one buys a lens this way. I think your pretty safe purchasing the 50mm lens since the focal length is how most people identify what lens they want.
If you connect this lens to a camera like a 1D, 5D or a 6D then a 50mm lens will shoot like an 50mm lens, ideal for portrait shots. But if it's connected to an APS-C sensor camera, the 50mm lens will shoot like an 80mm lens, less than ideal for portrait shots. For the APS-C cameras like a 7D, 60D, T4, T3, T2, the 35mm or 40mm lens will be a better portrait lens since these lens will shoot like a 56mm or 64mm lens respectively. Just my two cents.TIMOTHY R : Yes, it most definitely is.CHRITINA T : Yes this is.DAVID H : Yes, prime lens is a fixed focal length. Canon makes 2 50mm prime lenses. This is the cheaper of the two. At f/1.8 you will get excellent depth of field. The build quality is not as good as the f/1.4, and the price reflects that. Just be sure she is using a canon, lenses are brand specific.ZANE W : Yes it is. I bought mine for my daughter who is taking family portraits with hers. She Loves it ! Spent 2 hours at Christmas taking pictures of everything. Much sharper photos.Johny O : I am not familiar with the terminology, sorry. I can say that if she has a Canon SLR this is a great lens for the price. Very clear pictures and it's a very versatile lens. Goodluck and I hope this helps.MICHAEL P : Yes, this is a 50mm, prime lens. Prime means that it is a single focal length, not a zoom lens. Depending on your daughter's needs, this lens may or may not be suitable. It is not built solidly and does not stand up to wear and tear. It may also have defects. You might also want to look at the Canon 50mm f/1.4 lens for comparison.
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2025-03-14T12:14:45
Rated 5 out of 5
I recommend
Good and Best
Aquantuo T.
2025-01-23T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Outstanding value
Delivers outstanding performance at an incredibly affordable price point. Its wide maximum aperture of f/1.8 allows for excellent low-light shooting and creates beautiful background separation with smooth, creamy bokeh. The lens is remarkably sharp, making it ideal for portraits, street photography, and everyday shooting. Definitely a must have
KevinD
Originally posted at
2024-12-12T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Love this lens!!!
Simply amazing at what it does: really nothing more to say
pmbSL2
Originally posted at
2024-11-04T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Love it!
Wonderful quality, shipped fast, works great, takes amazing photos
Henry M.
Originally posted at
2024-07-28T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Great Lens
My perfect lens for everyday photography. I am a passionate photographer, I always use this lens with my EOS Rebel SL3.
Olivier
Originally posted at
2024-07-05T02:45:01
Rated 5 out of 5
MY "GO-TO" Lens!
MY "GO-TO" lens in many photographic moments! A very versatile lens creating beautiful clear and focused images.
William T.
2024-06-17T23:14:38
Rated 5 out of 5
In the shade.
Love my 50mm f1.8 lens! Wonderful to shoot indoors and in the shade outside. I can use the lowest aperture and use sjutter speed to light up face.. i didn't even use a flash and my subject was still clear. I get a perfect blur background when I do close ups. I also shot skateboarders and get the quick action shots. Love it!!
SARAH V.
2024-06-08T20:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Great Image, Slow Auto-focus
For $126 this lens is an absolute steal. It is tack sharp, the bokeh is beautiful, and it is lightweight. However, the reason I gave this 4 stars, not 5 is because the auto-focus is a little slow and the focus ring feels extremely fragile. Overall great lens that I would recommend to anyone.
Gloria L.
Originally posted at
2024-04-17T08:51:59
Rated 5 out of 5
Canon 50mm
The 50 mm S TM lens is very unique in every aspect. The s TM motor inside of it is so quiet. It's great for video micro video. It's just an amazing lens.
TARENCE L.
2024-03-25T10:43:52
Rated 5 out of 5
Favorite
One of my favorite lenses
JENNIFER L.
2024-02-22T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Affordable, fast, fun!
Everybody knows about the nifty fifty! It's a wonderfully small prime lens that has a fast aperture for a cheap price. The STM variant does seems quite a bit better from the previous version. I have used this lens on my Canon T3, T5i, and now my R8. It works perfectly for portraits or if you need more light in darker situations. It is softer at f/1.8, but sharpens up around f/2.8, which is still perfectly usable. It's a little tight on crop though, but I felt it was was easier to use on full frame for more everyday situations. I'm mostly planning on switching to the RF 35mm, but the 50mm is still an invaluable tool to have in most photographer's and even videographer's bag.
DavidBX
Originally posted at
2023-12-30T10:18:34
Rated 5 out of 5
Great order
The lens had no signs of wear. I am getting great images from this one. Great buy for both beginners and seasoned shooters. I'm loving it.
Malcom C.
2023-12-20T05:49:34
Rated 5 out of 5
Your first prime lens?
Exactly what I ordered. I suggest to check if your camera is a crop sensor or not before buying this, because it makes a difference in the lens' purpose. I would recommened it to my friends. I have a Canon Rebel Eos T5i.
ANDREW H.
2023-12-18T07:31:04
Rated 5 out of 5
Perfect
You just can't go wrong with this lens. Sharp, small and on budget.
MARKETA B.
2023-06-13T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
EF 50mm
Absolutely love this lens! I am new to photography but the detail this lens captures is amazing!
Bmoltz
Originally posted at
2023-06-13T20:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
A work in progress
Lens doesn't seem to take great pics like I thought it would. Still working it bc I really want to love it.
BevF
Originally posted at
2023-05-13T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Great Canon lens- highly recommend
Exactly captures the kind of images I was looking for. Also it is a nice, very lightweight lens, which is always appreciated
Ing
Originally posted at
2023-04-24T09:03:50
Rated 5 out of 5
Fantastic
I love this bundle it's has been absolutely terrific. Would highly recommend!
NICOLE P.
2023-04-19T15:07:41
Rated 5 out of 5
Canon's best
Very light and responsive, made well, with great optics.
WILLIAM C.
2023-04-19T15:07:41
Rated 5 out of 5
Canon's best
Very light and responsive, made well, with great optics.
WILLIAM C.
2023-02-05T16:54:08
Rated 5 out of 5
Lens review
Perfect lens for backup.
John M.
2023-01-23T10:24:45
Rated 5 out of 5
The Fantastic Plastic
You gotta love the Nifty 50, the Fantastic Plastic. Great little glass for the price.
David S.
2023-01-16T07:29:15
Rated 5 out of 5
This lens is AWESOME!
I haven't been doing photography for that long (around 2 years), so I went looking for a lens on a budget. My main focus is sports photography, so I was hoping to find a cheap lens that would perform good in low-light situations so that I could take decent photos in gyms and/or outside when it is darker. After 5 months of using this lens, I can say that it is 100% worth it! You cannot go wrong with buying this lens! I can take clear, bright pictures in gyms without much noise in the images. I can get cool, wide angle night shots outside during football games. I use this lens on my Canon M50 with an EF to EFM adapter. 50mm gets you close enough to the action for basketball, volleyball, hockey, and more, but it isn't as fun to use during football games where the field is larger and the action is further away. My only complaint is that this lens doesn't zoom, but the pros far outweigh this issue. If you're a beginner and/or need a budget lens, this is the lens for you! I have taken so many awesome pictures with it and it has made my photography better. :)
CARLY L.
2022-12-29T05:33:55
Rated 5 out of 5
Perfect
This lens was a gift for my son and he absolutely loved it!
MICHELLE B.
2022-12-27T00:31:29
Rated 5 out of 5
Love it! Great value
Glad I made this purchase! Great little lense
Christopher B.
2022-09-27T08:40:39
Rated 5 out of 5
A Must!
Whether you are starting out in photography, growing in your photography, or a pro having this lens is a must. Why? For one it?s cheap, light, sharp, and fast. No it?s 1.4 no it?s not 1.2, but it?s also just over a hundred bucks! On a crop sensor you have a portrait lens. On full frame you have a do anything lens. Wide enough for some landscapes, tight enough for street, close enough to get a new perspective on portraits. Easy yes on this one!
JOHN R.
2022-08-21T08:27:52
Rated 5 out of 5
Dependable Canon Product! ??
OEM lens hood fits perfectly; no vignetting; dependable Canon product!
John T.
2022-07-30T20:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Camera Lens
It?s great for taking indoor pictures or portraits.
Chuck Y.
Originally posted at
2022-07-08T19:49:14
Rated 5 out of 5
Good dependable lens
This lens is one of my favorites so far! It is very dependable and works great for portraits!
Ginny H.
2022-04-11T14:28:44
Rated 3 out of 5
Great for travel and you cant beat the price
The cost of this lens blows my mind. You can capture images with this lens that match a $1k or even $2k lens. It is light, small, and easy to travel with. Plus f1.8 is really all you need. I have a f1.2 and honestly never shoot at f1.2. I mostly use larger more expensive L lenses but many times will throw this lens in my bag when traveling just because of how small and light it is. People can never tell the difference between an image I took with this lens vs one of my L lenses. My complaint about it is it is hard to manual focus the lens if the AF is on. I have to make sure to turn it to MF to focus manually. Also the AF is loud and slow. But what can you expect for the price. The image quality is great.
DAVID B.
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Canon 50mm F/1.8 Specifications
Construction
5 groups / 6 elements
Angle of view
46°
F stop range
1.8-22
Closest Focusing Distance
0.45m / 1.5 ft.
Maximum Magnification
1:6.66
Filter Size
52mm
Dimensions (Length x Diameter)
2.7" x 1.6" / 68.2 x 41.0mm
Weight
4.6 oz. / 130g
UPC Code
4960999212722
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About Canon 50mm F/1.8
FEATURED REVIEWS
Every Canon SLR user should have one
By Blake
There are two things that any new Canon SLR owner should acquire as a bare minimum along with their new camera if they are at all serious about learning creative photography and making pleasing images, no matter how restricted their budget or how small their bag. One of them is the 220EX flash, and the other is this 50mm f/1.8 prime. They are both so small, light, inexpensive, and just downright useful that any photographer can carry them in any situation. Let's get something straight here: ...
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This is your second lens
By Paul C.
This isn't the lens that you go pro with, but it's a great learning tool. The fixed focal length means you have to think a good bit more about positioning yourself to take the shot. Also, with the wide aperture you will be able to take natural light photographs and put away that awful pop-up flash. Once you start paying attention to how you compose your shot and what light you have to work with, I assure you will you improve your skills. This is the primary reason this should be your first ad...
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This is the lightest EF lens of all at a mere 4.6 oz. (130g). Compact and high-performance, standard lens. Its Gaussian optics provide sharp delineation from near to far focusing distances. The color balance is excellent for a standard lens.
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