Canon EF50mm f/1.8

• Specifications
• Reviews
• Sample Images
• Initial launch information.

Canon's original 50mm standard lens is regarded by many as superior in build quality to the later EF 50/1.8 ii and tends to be eagerly snapped up when found up for sale.

Still an excellent lens.

Available from: Amazon.com | Amazon.co.uk | B&H | Adorama

Lens specifications

Focal Length & Maximum Aperture	50mm 1:1.8
Lens Construction	6 elements in 5 groups
Minimum Aperture	22
Maximum Magnification (x)	0.15
Closest Focusing Distance	0.45m
Filter Size	52mm
Max. Diameter x Length, Weight	67.4 x 42.5mm, 190g

EF50mm f/1.8 reviews and articles

• Canon UK / US Information Page
• Amazon
• Northlight Images
• Canon CPN article
• Fred Miranda
• Lens Tip
• Digital Picture
• PhotoZone
• SLR Gear
• Lens Review
• ePhotozine

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Sample images

None available.

Product launch

No information available on the 1987 launch of this lens.