Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

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 TypePrime Lens
Focal Length50mm
Mount TypeCanon EF
FormatFull Frame / FX
Compatible Format(s)35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor Canon (APS-C)
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:6.6
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/1.8
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)46.8°
Optical Information
Lens Elements6
Lens Groups5
Diaphragm Blades5
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Internal FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.45m
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size52mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialPlastic
Dimensions68 x 51mm
Weight130g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack
Supplied AccessoriesHard Case LH-B9 Soft Case ES-C9/LP1014(Optional)

Lens Construction

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II lens construction

MTF Chart

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II MTF

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