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Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM Prime Lens
(119 reviews)
Product Code: 1242101L
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The Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 is a compact and lightweight prime lens for day-to-day shooting with EOS R mirrorless cameras, providing accomplished images and videos yet weighs 160g and is only 40.5mm long.
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We Love
- Extremely compact and lightweight prime lens which allows for discreet shooting anywhere
- Sharp results across the frame thanks to an advanced aspherical lens element and Super Spectra Coating
- Fast AF with near silent subject acquisition through the addition of an STM Motor
- Versatile focal width which provides flattering results for naturally lit portraits and street scenes
- Bright aperture works well for allowing shooting to continue even as light levels fade
Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens Summary
This addition to the growing Canon mirrorless lens line-up comes in the form of a highly compact and lightweight RF 50mm f/1.8 STM prime lens. Weighing just 160g and measuring only 40.5mm long allows this standard focal width lens to be carried anywhere easily and discreetly. The 50mm length is suitable for the day-to-day shooting of many subjects including street photography, portraits, travel and much more. Despite the attractive price point the lens is capable of producing accomplished images and video, even in low light thanks to the suitably fast f/1.8 aperture. This allows the user to isolate their subject with a thin focal plane and continue to shoot even as light fades.
Highlight features:
- STM Motor
- Wide f/1.8 aperture
- Aspheric lens element
- Compact design
- Super Spectra Coating
The STM motor in this model delivers fast, near silent focus capabilities which are compatible with Canon’s latest AF systems. A considered optical design for enthusiasts provides six elements including an aspherical lens which can capture sharp images across the full frame, whilst the combined focus and control ring provides users with intuitive control.
Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens In Detail
- Image Size: Full Frame
- Angle of view (horizontal, vertical, diagonal): 40°00′, 27°30′, 46°00′
- Lens construction (elements/groups): 6/5
- No. of diaphragm blades: 7
- Minimum aperture: f/22
- Closest focusing distance (m): 0.3m
- Maximum magnification (x): 0.25
- Distance Information: Yes
- Image stabiliser: N/A
- AF actuator: STM
Physical Features
- Dust/moisture resistance: NA
- Filter diameter (mm): 43mm
- Max. diameter x length: 69.2 x 40.5mm
- Weight: 160g
- Extender Compatibility: No
What’s in the box
- Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens
- Lens Cap E43
- Rear End Cap
Optional Accessories
- Hoya Revo SMC 43Mm UV Filter
- Hoya Revo SMC 43mm Circular Polarising Filter
- Think Tank Lens Case Duo 5
Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens Sample Images:
Canon EOS R5 camera body
50mm
1/250 sec
f/1.8
ISO 200
Canon EOS R5 camera body
50mm
1/250 sec
f/8
ISO 200
Canon EOS R5 camera body
50mm
1/160 sec
f/1.8
ISO 100
Canon EOS R5 camera body
50mm
1/125 sec
f/1.8
ISO 1250
| Offer Category: Camera Lenses |
| Offer Product Type: Canon Mirrorless Lenses |
| Autofocus: Yes |
| Constant Aperture: Yes |
| Diameter (mm): 69 |
| Length (mm): 41 |
| Weight (g): 19595 |
| Elements: 6 |
| Focal length: 50 mm |
| Groups: 5 |
| Maximum focal length: 50 |
| Maximum magnification: 0.25 |
| Maximum aperture (number): 1.8 |
| Minimum focal length: 50 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): 0.3 |
| Minimum aperture (number): 22 |
| Number of diaphragm blades: 7 |
| Special elements / coatings: 1 aspherical element + Super Spectra Coating |
| Best For Holiday and Landscape: Yes |
| Best For Fashion and Portrait: Yes |
| Best For Astro: Yes |
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- Expert Reviews (9)
- User Reviews (110)
Our Verdict
Enthusiast mirrorless EOS R system photographers and videographers gain a desirable option with addition of this Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens. Despite being at the affordable end of the spectrum the lens delivers sharp, well controlled images and is suitable for an endless choice of subjects. 50mm is often the preferred width for many photographers as it provides results similar to that of the naked eye with a standard focal width. For this reason it is particularly suited to ambient light portraits, delivering a natural, flattering perspective as can be seen in the sample images.
Autofocus is swift and accurate with the STM motor which makes full use of Canon’s latest AF algorithms. Whilst not as bright as it’s more expensive RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM stablemate, this model is more than capable of working consistently as light levels fade thanks to the f/1.8 aperture.
Where this option excels is with its' size and weight, which are amongst the lightest options produced for Canon RF mount. These make it highly portable and compact, ideal where discretion is required such as during a ceremony, concert or on the street. We have no hesitation in believing that many Canon users will enjoy the RF 50mm f/1.8 whilst exploring their creativity through photos and videos on any full frame body including EOS R5 and EOS R6 camera bodies.
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