Canon - Lens (EF 50 mm. f/1.8 II Standard/Medium Telephoto Lens) for Canon Cameras
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Canon - Lens (EF 50 mm. f/1.8 II Standard/Medium Telephoto Lens) for Canon Cameras Reviews


4.33 of 5 (by 3 reviewers)
Rating Summary | Everyone recommends (3 out of 3)

Pros
  • light (2)
  • small (2)
  • great in low light (2)
  • great value (1)
Cons
  • little slow on the auto focus (1)
  • plastic construction (1)

Canon - Lens (EF 50 mm. f/1.8 II Standard... Reviews

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“For the price...great deal!”

I have upgraded throughout the years to more expensive lens but this is a great starter lens for folks just getting into photography. I bought this lens as my first prime lens and it gave me more creative freedom compared to the kit lens that came with my dslr.

It allows a relative beginner to learn how to appreciate depth of field, low light performance, and a faster shutter (e.g. compared to entry level kit lenses). For close to $400 is the next upgrade to the 50mm f1.4 so I think a f1.8 is a great starting point.

Although it does seem relatively flimsy but again it is more than good enough for...

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Posted on Sep 02, 2009

“Small low light lens works great!! ”

For the price this little lens is great in low light situations and for portraits.  Can be a little slow on the auto focus but it's not horrible also the focus can be soft at times.  Other then that you'll get amazing photos from this lens.  Being F/1.8 means it'll let in a lot of light.  Especially since most lenses will only go as low as F/3.5.  It's not bulky or hard to handle.  I've even used this at sporting events in gyms and gotten crisp photos with the extra available light that this lens lets in.  (however this shouldnt be your first choice for sports) 

 
Posted on Aug 03, 2009

“Great little lens”

For the money, this super light lens can't be beat. It is extremely sharp, focus is very quick (even in low light) and the price is VERY reasonable. The only "issue" I've got with this lens is the plastic mount. It seems to me that for just a few more dollars, Canon could have built it with a metal mount that would feel much more secure. The lens works well for general purpose short telephoto use on Canon's digital bodies. The shallow depth of field (@ f1.8) is really nice for blurring the background and make subjects "jump" out of the photo.
Posted on May 07, 2007

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