Enter the world of everyday photography with the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens, a compact powerhouse that's ready to capture life's moments with stunning clarity and precision. Let's start with that bright f/1.8 maximum aperture. It's perfect for those challenging lighting conditions where you need to maintain clarity and detail while still achieving that beautiful background blur. Whether you're shooting indoors or out, this lens has you covered.
But it's not just about the aperture. The Super Spectra coating on each element minimizes flare and ghosting, ensuring your images are crisp and vibrant even in harsh lighting conditions. Say goodbye to unwanted reflections and hello to stunning contrast and color accuracy. When it comes to autofocus, the STM stepping AF motor delivers quick and near-silent performance. You'll be able to capture those fleeting moments with ease, whether you're shooting stills or video. And with full-time manual focus override, you have the flexibility to fine-tune your focus manually whenever you need to.
The lens's physical design has also been redeveloped for durability and ease of use. With a metal lens mount and a re-located focusing ring, it strikes the perfect balance between ruggedness and portability. And with a rounded seven-blade diaphragm, you'll enjoy smooth and natural-looking bokeh that enhances your creative vision. Whether you're capturing portraits, landscapes, or everyday scenes, the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens is the perfect companion for photographers of all skill levels. With its compact design, versatile focal length, and impressive optical performance, it's a must-have addition to any camera bag.
Compatible with:
Canon 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens
Key Features
arrow_circle_rightEF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Formatarrow_circle_rightAperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
arrow_circle_rightSuper Spectra Coating
arrow_circle_rightSTM Stepping AF Motor
arrow_circle_rightRounded 7-Blade Diaphragm
Brand:
Canon
Model: 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens
Category: SLR Lenses
Mount: Canon EF
Price Range: Budget
Skill Level: Any
Release Date: May 2015
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Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art Lens
SLR Lenses | 2013
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Introducing the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM, a revolutionary zoom lens in Canon EF-mount, meticulously crafted to redefine your photography experience. Standing out from the crowd, this Art-series zoom lens boasts an exceptionally bright f/1.8 constant maximum aperture, setting new standards in low-light performance and depth of field control across the entire zoom range. Designed for APS-C-format Canon EF-mount cameras, this versatile lens covers wide-angle to normal focal lengths, offering a 28
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens
SLR Lenses | 2013
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The Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Canon EF is a solid option for photographers seeking high-quality images with a moderate wide-angle perspective. Let's delve into its features and performance with a balanced perspective. One of the standout features of this lens is its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture, which allows for excellent low-light performance and the ability to achieve pleasing background blur for subject isolation. This makes it a versatile choice for various shooting scenarios, in
Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens
SLR Lenses | 2012
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In the vast landscape of camera lenses, the Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM stands tall as a stalwart companion, earning its reputation as the quintessential workhorse of lenses. Spanning from wide-angle to portrait lengths, this lens is a versatile powerhouse, boasting a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture that thrives in challenging lighting conditions and offers precise control over depth of field. At the heart of its performance lies a sophisticated optical design that includes one Super UD eleme
Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G Lens
SLR Lenses | 2011
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The Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 40mm f/2.8G Lens is a compact and versatile macro lens designed for Nikon DX-format DSLR cameras. This lens delivers excellent optical performance, especially when it comes to close-up photography. With its 40mm focal length, this lens provides a natural perspective that is well-suited for a wide range of subjects, from portraits to detailed macro shots. The maximum aperture of f/2.8 allows for good low-light performance and beautiful background blur, while the clo
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Lens
SLR Lenses | 2011
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The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G Lens is a versatile prime lens that offers excellent optical performance and affordability. With its 50mm focal length, this lens provides a natural perspective that is ideal for a wide range of photography genres, including portraits, street photography, and everyday snapshots. The fast maximum aperture of f/1.8 allows for superb low-light performance and enables photographers to achieve beautiful background blur (bokeh) for creative compositions. The lens prod
Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR Zoom Lens
SLR Lenses | 2010
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The Pentax DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL WR Zoom Lens is a solid entry-level option for photographers seeking versatility and durability in a compact package. Designed for Pentax APS-C format DSLRs, this lens offers a useful focal length range equivalent to 27.5-84.5mm in 35mm format, making it suitable for a wide range of shooting scenarios, from landscapes to portraits. One of the standout features of this lens is its weather-resistant construction (hence the "WR" designation), which ensures reliabl
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens
SLR Lenses | 2010
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The AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens from Nikon offers an expansive wide-to-telephoto range, making it a go-to choice for photographers seeking versatility without compromising image quality. Designed for FX-format cameras, this all-in-one zoom lens boasts a sophisticated optical construction featuring three aspherical elements and two extra-low dispersion elements. These components work together to combat aberrations and distortion, ensuring sharpness and accurate rendering across the
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR Lens
SLR Lenses | 2010
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The AF-S NIKKOR 24-120mm f/4G ED VR lens from Nikon stands out as one of the most versatile options available, offering a wide-angle to short-telephoto range with a constant f/4 maximum aperture. This consistency ensures reliable performance across the zoom range, making it suitable for various shooting scenarios. Optically, the lens boasts advanced elements including three aspherical and two extra-low dispersion elements, effectively minimizing spherical and chromatic aberrations. This results
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR Lens
SLR Lenses | 2010
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Step into the realm of wide-angle photography with the AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR lens from Nikon, your passport to stunning landscapes, cityscapes, and interior shots. This versatile zoom lens is designed to meet the demands of both professionals and enthusiasts alike, offering a wide range of focal lengths to unleash your creativity. With its constant f/4 maximum aperture, this lens ensures consistent illumination across the entire zoom range, making it ideal for capturing breathtaking sce
Canon 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens
SLR Lenses | 2009
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The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens is a highly regarded macro lens known for its exceptional image quality and versatile features. The optical performance of the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens is outstanding, delivering sharp, detailed images with excellent contrast and color rendition. The lens's macro capabilities allow photographers to capture intricate details with stunning clarity, making it ideal for close-up photography of subjects like flowers, insects, and small object
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Lens
SLR Lenses | 2009
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The Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Lens is a popular choice among Nikon DX-format camera users, offering a versatile focal length and a wide aperture for capturing high-quality images in various shooting conditions. With its 35mm focal length equivalent to approximately 52.5mm on a full-frame camera, this lens provides a natural perspective that is well-suited for a wide range of photography genres, including portraits, street photography, and everyday snapshots. The fast maximum aperture of f
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens
SLR Lenses | 2008
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Step into the realm of distant subjects with the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens—a powerful telephoto zoom crafted for Canon APS-C DSLRs. With its impressive 88-400mm equivalent focal length range, this lens brings distant subjects closer, making it an ideal companion for wildlife photography, sports events, and more. At the heart of its design lies an Ultra-Low Dispersion element, meticulously engineered to combat color fringing and chromatic aberrations. The result? Images that boast excepti
Canon 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens
SLR Lenses | 2007
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The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens is a premium prime lens renowned for its exceptional image quality, wide aperture, and professional-grade construction. The optical performance of the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens is nothing short of impressive. With its fast f/1.2 maximum aperture, this lens excels in low-light conditions, allowing photographers to capture sharp, detailed images with beautiful background blur. The lens produces images with outstanding sharpness, contrast, and color rendition,
Canon 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Lens
SLR Lenses | 1999
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Enter the world of versatile telephoto photography with the Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Lens—a compact and lightweight zoom lens designed to capture a wide range of subjects with ease and precision. Whether you're shooting portraits, sports, or wildlife, this lens offers the flexibility you need to bring your creative vision to life. Let's talk about performance. The lens boasts a 4x zoom range, covering portrait to medium telephoto fields of view, making it suitable for a variety of shooting
Canon 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens
SLR Lenses | 1993
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Unveil the magic of natural perspective and exceptional low-light performance with the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens—a true gem in the world of prime lenses. This versatile normal-length prime lens is designed to deliver outstanding results in a variety of shooting scenarios, thanks to its bright f/1.4 aperture, ideal for working in challenging lighting conditions and achieving stunning shallow depth of field effects. At the core of this lens lies a sophisticated optical design, featuring Gaussia
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