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Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens

BH #CA5012LEF • MFR #1257B002
 1,157 reviews
Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens
Key Features
  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.2 to f/16
  • One Aspherical Element
  • Super Spectra Coating
Clearly distinguished by its bright maximum aperture, the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM is a normal-length L-series prime also sporting a robust physical design and advanced optical layout. The impressively fast f/1.2 maximum aperture affords a great degree of control over depth of field for isolating subjects and producing desirable selective focus effects. Complementing these qualities is a sophisticated optical composition, which includes one aspherical element to suppress spherical aberrations in order to achieve notable sharpness and clarity. A Super Spectra coating has also been applied to limit flare and ghosting and promote greater contrast and color accuracy in a variety of lighting conditions. Complementing the imaging attributes, a ring-type USM is employed to deliver quick and quiet autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus control.
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Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Overview

Clearly distinguished by its bright maximum aperture, the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM is a normal-length L-series prime also sporting a robust physical design and advanced optical layout. The impressively fast f/1.2 maximum aperture affords a great degree of control over depth of field for isolating subjects and producing desirable selective focus effects. Complementing these qualities is a sophisticated optical composition, which includes one aspherical element to suppress spherical aberrations in order to achieve notable sharpness and clarity. A Super Spectra coating has also been applied to limit flare and ghosting and promote greater contrast and color accuracy in a variety of lighting conditions. Complementing the imaging attributes, a ring-type USM is employed to deliver quick and quiet autofocus performance along with full-time manual focus control.

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.
Exceptionally bright f/1.2 maximum aperture affords extensive control over depth of field for selective focus applications and also benefits working in low-light situations.
One aspherical element helps to suppress spherical aberrations and distortion for a high degree of sharpness and accurate rendering.
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.
A ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with optimized focusing algorithms and a high-speed CPU, is employed to deliver fast, precise, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
Rounded eight-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing out of focus quality that benefits the use of shallow depth of field and selective focus techniques.
As a member of the esteemed L-series, this lens is sealed against dust and moisture for working in inclement environmental conditions.
UPC: 013803064551

Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Specs

Focal Length
50mm
Maximum Aperture
f/1.2
Minimum Aperture
f/16
Lens Mount
Canon EF
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
46°
Minimum Focus Distance
1.48' / 45 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.15x
Optical Design
8 Elements in 6 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
8, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
72 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
3.38 x 2.58" / 85.8 x 65.5 mm
Weight
1.28 lb / 580 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.885 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6 x 5.3 x 5.3"

Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Reviews

50 mm 1.2

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-10

Been shooting with a 50 mm for years, it was time for new one, I love this lens

Game changer

By Stephanie
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-19

Bought this for my sister and her career took off, the quality is next to none.

Another Go-To Lens

By Pj
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-09-22

Added this lens to my top three Canon lens's. I have a wide variety of Canon lens's, some of which rarely see the light of day. This one is different, with the wide depth of field and the f/1.2, it's amazingly sharp! And very rugged as I learned when it rolled out the back of my truck on day two of using it and hit the concrete. Solidly built. still works like a charm!!

Excellent quality

By KGB
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-12

Very pleased with this purchase. The lens was shipped quickly and very carefully packaged. It is in pristine condition.

Love This Lens!

By Amber247
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-10

I couldn't be happier with this lens...so much bokeh! I absolutely love it.

A Perfect Portrait Lens

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-25

This is hands down just a wonderful lens! My two favorite primes to use for portraits are 50 and 85mm, and this is without a doubt the best 50mm I have ever used. Being f/1.2 you can achieve absolutely insane Bokeh if that is your thing. The images are crisp to the edges. If you are searching for your first pro level portrait lens this or the EF 85mm f/1.4 is usm would be a great choice. Between the two I find this handier and a little more versatile.

Worth Every Penny

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-07-30

Highly recommended! The focal distance of 50mm is very versatile so can be used for portrait and also can be used for some urban photography. This lens delivers a monster bokeh. I cannot praise it enough, I have RF glass (non-L) that cannot compete with this one.

100% worth the upgrade

By Alex
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-09

I used a 1.4 for years and really questioned if the upgrade was really worth it. Well, after purchasing this lens, I am 100% happy with my purchase. The upgrade in quality is night and day. Beautiful bokeh!

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