Lens Summary
Brand: Canon
Also Known As: Canon 50mm f/1.8 II
Lens Type: Prime Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Lens Mount: Canon EF
Release Date: 1990-12-01
MSRP Price: $110
Made in: Japan
Infrared Rating: Good
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: This is the lightest EF lens of all at a mere 4.6 oz. (130g). Compact and high-performance, standard lens. Its Gaussian optics provide sharp delineation from near to far focusing distances. The color balance is excellent for a standard lens.
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| * Supplied accessories may differ depending on country or area | |
| Lens Type | Prime Lens |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Mount Type | Canon EF |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C) |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:6.6 |
| Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization) | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 46.8° |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 6 |
| Lens Groups | 5 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 5 |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.45m |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Filter Information | |
| Filter Size | 52mm |
| Accepts Filter Type | Screw-on |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Plastic |
| Dimensions | 68 x 51mm |
| Weight | 130g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
| Supplied Accessories | Hard Case LH-B9 Soft Case ES-C9/LP1014(Optional) |
Lens Construction
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