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Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II

The Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II is the lightest EF lens of all at a mere 4.6 oz. (130g). Enjoy high performance every time you shoot photos. The optics offer sharp delineation from near to far focusing distances.


This lens is affordable and reliable. It has been on the market since the 1990s. This lens has delivered successful photos for many people since that time. The fact that it is still on the market, goes to show how popular it has been. There are many excellent features that you will enjoy.


This lens was designed for 35mm film. Today it is more likely to be used on APS-C format DSLRs. It is affordable and is popular with new photographers. Individuals looking to start working with lenses for low light and shallow depth of field work tend to purchase it. It is an excellent option for those working in rugged conditions that don't want to invest a lot in a lens that may be damaged. There is no doubt that the Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II is an excellent bargain. It delivers many features for the price. It is reliable and an excellent option for photographers just starting out.


The EF 50mm f/1.8 II Lens from Canon offers a fast aperture. Plus, it does an excellent job in low light. It also offers excellent focus. On top of that it does a good job when there is a lot of light during the day time. Only weighing 4.6 oz it is excellent for taking photos when hiking and mountain climbing. Gaussian optics deliver excellent results throughout the focus range down to its minimum focus distance is 17.8".


Taking breathtaking photos is enjoyable. Anyone who loves the outdoors, will enjoy using the Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II lens. It can also be used to take indoor photos and family photos. No matter the occasion, capture outstanding photos with this lens. It is ideal for vacations and capturing the ocean. However, the Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II isn't waterproof, so you can't take it underwater. That is the only limitation that it has.


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Canon
★★★★★
11 years ago
Simple first prime lens

This was the first lens I bought (aside from the kit lens), because I was reading reviews on prime lenses and how the 'nifty fifty' was essential for every Canon photographer. This lens is really compact, but not very well built.

Super-sharp images

slrgear.com
★★★★★
11 years ago
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II review by makcv113

To make it short, get this lens! Especially as a beginner. It is cheap, and you get to experience why fast lenses are desired. You can't ask for much about this lens for the price. You get so much for the little you pay for.

Cheap! Bokeh! Image Quality! Small!

Plastic build

futureshop.ca
★★★★★
11 years ago
Great Lens!

This lens is awesome. First lens I've used other than the kit lens. Its SO Sharp! Not sure if I'll ever even use the kit lens again. Highly recommended, can't believe the price. Its too bad there are no other lenses of this quality anywhere near this price range.

Argos
★★★★
11 years ago
Good compromise

This is a reasonable compromise beween a big aperture and big money. The autofocus is a bit slow and hard to get use to, but when it's right it's really right. At the right price, it's a good value lens.

Buy.com
★★★★
11 years ago
Quite dissapointed with the condition it arrived

It was listed as brand new. But when I opened the shipping box, in the foams, I saw the lens in a plastic zipper bag. No packages, no warranty cards, not a single piece of paper. I even don't know whether the lens is new or used. I haven't tried the lens. But i am very disappointed.

ABT Electronics
★★★★
11 years ago
Remarkable Clarity for the $

Use for natural light indoor and outdoor portraits

Crystal Clear; Easily Interchangeable; Excellent Dof Control; Nice Bokeh; Outstanding value

Seems to be fragile

Ebay
★★★★
11 years ago
Great value for the money.

I wanted a bright lens, and was looking for a 30mm (the crop factor of T2i transform it into a 50mm). As the price was high on 30mm, I bought this 50mm and will not repent. It seems fragile because it's all plastic but has served.

Dooyoo
★★★★
11 years ago
Canon EF 50mm f1.8 MK2: cheap, but cheap for a reason

you might wish you'd paid more for the 1.4, especially if you break it

very sharp and a good lens to buy for beginners

feels very cheap, and can break easily; loud AF motor can alert subjects

epinions.com
★★★★
11 years ago
Nifty Fifty, Canon 50mm Prime lens!

This canon lens is one of the cheapest and most reliable lenses any canon photographer can have.

This lens allows for great quality; great focal length; really high apeture; and autofocus

It has a plasticy feel and there is no image stabilization

reviews42.com
★★★★
11 years ago
Best One!!

A superb lens!! best lens that i have ever used!! awesome fading effect!! nice red tones!! the cheapest lens from canon!! and highly worth it... the build is a little plasticky.. but the quality of lens is jst awesome,.....

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