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Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens

BH #CA5018EFSTM • MFR #0570C002
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens
Key Features
  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
  • Super Spectra Coating
  • STM Stepping AF Motor
One of the most versatile focal lengths available, the EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens from Canon is a compact, normal-length prime well-suited to everyday shooting. The bright f/1.8 maximum aperture benefits working in difficult lighting conditions and also affords increased control over depth of field for isolating subject matter. Individual elements feature a Super Spectra coating to help minimize flare and ghosting to realize greater contrast and color accuracy when working in backlit and harsh conditions. Additionally, an STM stepping AF motor is used to realize quick and near-silent autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.
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Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Overview

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One of the most versatile focal lengths available, the EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens from Canon is a compact, normal-length prime well-suited to everyday shooting. The bright f/1.8 maximum aperture benefits working in difficult lighting conditions and also affords increased control over depth of field for isolating subject matter. Individual elements feature a Super Spectra coating to help minimize flare and ghosting to realize greater contrast and color accuracy when working in backlit and harsh conditions. Additionally, an STM stepping AF motor is used to realize quick and near-silent autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus override.

Normal-length prime is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, however can also be used with APS-C models where it provides an 80mm equivalent focal length.
Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture enables control over depth of field for selective focus applications and also benefits working in low-light situations.
Super Spectra coating has been applied to individual elements to minimize ghosting and flare for greater contrast and color neutrality when working in strong lighting conditions.
An STM stepping AF motor realizes smooth, near-silent autofocus that is complemented by advanced AF algorithms and a high-speed CPU for fast AF performance. Additionally, full-time manual focus override is also available.
Redeveloped physical design incorporates a metal lens mount for durability as well as a re-located focusing ring to maintain a compact form factor.
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.
UPC: 013803256871

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Specs

Focal Length50mm
Maximum Aperturef/1.8
Minimum Aperturef/22
Lens MountCanon EF
Lens Format CoverageFull-Frame
Angle of View46°
Minimum Focus Distance13.78" / 35 cm
Maximum Magnification0.21x
Optical Design6 Elements in 5 Groups
Diaphragm Blades7, Rounded
Focus TypeAutofocus
Image StabilizationNo
Filter Size49 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)2.72 x 1.54" / 69.2 x 39.2 mm
Weight5.64 oz / 160 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.595 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)4.3 x 4.3 x 4.3"

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Reviews

Great lens for the price

By Mahannah
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-04

I bought this to use on my Canon Rebel 2000 film camera. It is working well for my needs.

Razor sharp

By Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-21

I absolutely love this little lens, It is razor sharp and I use it on my 5D MK ll and my M50 MKll. It's hard to believe a lens this inexpensive is this good.

An awesome lens

By Naomi
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-14

This is an awesome lens for beginners and I think it's a great one to just always have with you I use it with my t3i and it's perfect great basic lens and the awesome one for beginners

Great product! Heads up to Canon Carepack purchasers

By Kinner
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-03

Product is great, lens works fantastic, came just in time to take pictures of families on 8th grade basketball night. One thing to note, the 19.99 Canon Carepak listed is the incorrect one. I tried to do the carepak for the lens, it didnt work, I called canon and that said the 19.99 is the incorrect one. I would 100% buy the lens and light from here but get the carepak directly from canon to cover the full kit.

Great lens with great value

By William
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-25

I bought this lens as an inexpensive option to have a light travel lens vs. my much heavier 24-70mm f/2.8 L lens. I've done a couple trips with it, and the lens is great! Super light, inexpensive, and the picture quality is sharp with good bokeh. I'm very happy with it!

Perfect workhorse lens

By Susan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-11

Great lens - super sharp pictures, with just the right amount of bokeh. Amazing results at such a great price. Delivered crazy fast, as per usual for B&H.

Nice lens

By Jacquelyn
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-28

Nice lens, quick delivery!

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8

By Sarah
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-21

Such great quality! It shipped to me maybe 4 days after I ordered it which is so quick and it was thoroughly packaged to keep it safe. It's also such a great price for such a great lens!

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Asked by: Anonymous
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