Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro

Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro

Lens Summary

Brand: Canon

Also Known As: Canon 50mm f/2.5 Macro

Lens Type: Prime Lens

Format: Full Frame / FX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Canon EF

Release Date: 1987-12-01

MSRP Price: $274.36

Made in: Japan

Infrared Rating: Poor

Production Status: In Production

Lens Description: A superior-performance lens offering excellent optics and focusing from infinity down to one-half life size (0.5x). Its nine-element design features a floating optical system, which ensures top-notch performance even at close focusing distances. Light and compact, it functions beautifully as a general-purpose normal lens. The optional accessory Life Size Converter EF enables focusing down to life size (1:1), and actually increases working distance - very desireable in close-up shooting.


Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro Specifications

Lens Specifications
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 Ratio1:2
Image Stabilizer (Image Stabilization)No
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/2.5
Minimum Aperturef/32
Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format)46.8°
Optical Information
Lens Elements9
Lens Groups8
Diaphragm Blades6
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.23m
Distance InformationYes
Filter Information
Filter Size52mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialMetal
Dimensions6.86 x 6.35cm
Weight280g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack

Lens Construction

Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro diagram

MTF Chart

Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro MTF chart

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