Product Description: Compact and high-performance, this standard lens is the lightest EF lens of all at a mere 4.6 oz. (130g). Its Gaussian optics provides sharp delineation from near to far focusing distances. The color balance is excellent for a standard lens.
Amazon.com Product Description: Lightweight and affordable, the Canon EF 50mm lens--which offers a fast f/1.8 aperture--is an excellent lens for people who prefer a fixed focal length. Canon's lightest EF lens at a mere 4.6 ounces, the lens boasts a traditional Gauss-type optical design that delivers a sharp performance even when wide open. As a result, the lens provides an image that's extremely close to how your eye perceives a subject, making it excellent for portraits and images that require a natural depth of field. In addition, the lens focuses as close as 18 inches, helping you take extreme close-ups. Finally, the lens offers an excellent color balance. As with all Canon lenses, the lens carries a one-year warranty.
Focal length: 50mm
Maximum aperture: 1:1.8
Lens construction: 6 elements in 5 groups
Diagonal angle of view: 46 degrees
Focus adjustment: Overall linear extension system with Micromotor
Closest focusing distance: 1.5 feet
Filter size: 52mm
Dimensions: 2.7 inches in diameter, 1.6 inches long
Weight: 4.6 ounces
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - One of the first lenses you should add.
Yes. It really is an awesome lens. I have moved up to an intermediate photography for-hire level because of the work this lens has allowed me to accomplish. I have read books and reviews recommending this ... Read More
Rating: - Great camera shots, breaks easily
I have bought two of these lenses and both have broken in the same way after a few months of use. However, there is a reason I bought it again even after it broke the first time - it takes amazing shots ... Read More
Rating: - All I gotta say is WOW
This is the best bang for your buck period. This low priced lens should be in every portrait photographers collection. This bad boy is fast and takes beautifull , professional looking pictures. The only thing ... Read More
Rating: - Great Lens For The Price
I had this lens for almost 5 months now. It's cheap BUT don't let the price fool you. Image quality is superb, especially in low light condition. Excellent for potrait shot. Why need to spend 3 times more when ... Read More
Rating: - Performs like a much more expensive lens!
Got this lens about a month ago from Amazon. Flawless service from them as always. Thank you.
The lens itself is outstanding. True: the construction could be better, but for its price, the quality ... Read More
- One of the first lenses you should add.
- Great camera shots, breaks easily