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Canon - RF50mm F1.2 L USM Standard Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

Model: 2959C002
SKU: 12568113
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Capture high-quality images and sharp details with this 50mm Canon lens. The 1.31-foot minimum focusing distance and 0.19x magnification let you photograph from a range of distances, and its UD lens reduces distortion. This Canon lens has an added coating to minimize lens flare and ghosting in various types of light.

Features
  • Compatible with Canon EOS R series cameras

    For use with your existing camera.

  • Standard lens for versatile use

    Allows for a wide range of photo and video options, from professional portraits to video blogs, to capturing day-to-day moments and more.

  • 50mm focal length

    A versatile focal length for capturing crystal-clear shots throughout a variety of shooting situations.

  • f/1.2 maximum aperture

    The wide-open aperture performs exceptionally well in low-light settings. It provides remarkable depth-of-field control, so you can softly blur the background and draw attention to your subject.

  • 0.19x magnification

    The RF 50mm F1.2 L USM is capable of sharp and detailed images from nearly any distance.

  • Control ring

    The RF 50mm F1.2 L USM lens incorporates a control ring on the lens barrel that can directly adjust numerous settings, including shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation and more.

  • Aspherical and UD elements

    The lens features three aspherical lenses for high image quality from center to corner and a UD lens that helps reduce aberrations for minimized distortion throughout the image plane.

  • Air Sphere Coating (ASC)

    Significantly reduces the occurrence of lens flare and ghosting regardless of focal length or the angle of light. This helps provide clean results with minimal distractions and aberrations.

  • High-speed communication with the camera

    Accelerates AF, the Digital Lens Optimizer and more, helping simplify complex operations and provide a quick and reliable user experience.

  • Dust- and water-resistant

    For reliable performance even when weather conditions get difficult, the lens features dust- and water-resistant construction in the lens mount, switch panel and all rings.

  • Fluorine coating

    Helps prevent dirt and dust from sticking to the lens, making it easy to clean smudges and fingerprints off.

  • 1.31' minimum focusing distance

  • Accommodates 77mm filters

  • Accessories included

    Comes with a lens cap, lens dust cap, lens hood and case.

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Specifications
  • Lens Mount Compatibility
    Canon RF
    Lens Type
    Standard Prime
    Minimum Focal Length
    50 millimeters
    Maximum Focal Length
    50 millimeters
    Maximum Aperture
    f/1.2
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Reviews

Rating 5 out of 5 stars with 94 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    one of the best in the Rf Line

    this is a great lens with very nice bokeh' the rf line if lenses is no joke. i own tne rf 85mm 1.2f rf 70-200mm 2.8 15-35mm and the rf 24to70 . now dont get me wronf the ef line L glass is still very nice glass. BUT....this is a huge but the ef 50mm 1.2f the focus is not as sharp and the af on the rf line will not hunt or search for the eye especially with the R6 body. i also have the R as my backup. now yes you could get the rf 28-70 at f/2 an dont get me wrong i love that lens but.....i sold it heres why. biggest thing the weight and footprint size takes in a bag so i went with my primes an you will never look back. so lets go.over the pros and cons. pros 1.) footprint size nice and light in weight. 2.) nice sharp image every time you capture your subject. 3.) nice soft bokeh' but not to much to where looks fake as a filter 4.) nice smooth focus ring 5 ) a great portrait lens cons 1.) wait for it um.....yeah i dont think there is any you wont be disappointed at all

    This review is from Canon - RF50mm F1.2 L USM Standard Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    Posted by Electricginger

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best RF lens I own!!!

    Instantly became my favorite lens. I’m primarily a wedding photographer and have all the other standard wedding RF lenses. Also have the RF 50mm 1.8. This has minuscule if any CA whereas I get a lot on the 1.8. The photos are sharper than any lens I own and the backgrounds are so dreamy. If shooting outdoors daytime wide open I recommend a good 3 stop ND filter to go along with it. Don’t skimp on the filter or you’ll lose clarity. This is my favorite lens of all time. 100% worth it.

    This review is from Canon - RF50mm F1.2 L USM Standard Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    Posted by Tina

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nifty Fifty on steroids

    As a chronic 50 user I have nothing but good things to say. I finally upgraded from my rebel t6 to a r6 mark ii so it was finally time to upgrade my ef 50mm. If you’re okay with a fixed lens then get this power house of a lens.

    This review is from Canon - RF50mm F1.2 L USM Standard Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    Posted by caelinrae

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Incredible lens!

    At begining i wasn’t sure this lens worth the money. But after i put it on my R5. This thing blow me away! Pictures shotted by this lens have Incrdible sharp and bokeh. Looking at the pictures shotted by this lens, even people, who hav3 no ideas about lens, can easily tell the lens i used must be something amazing! This lens worth every single penny!

    This review is from Canon - RF50mm F1.2 L USM Standard Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    Posted by zzhu

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent portrait len

    50mm is one of my favorite focal length, I love the RF version the focusing speed is way faster compared to the original EF version. Super sharp even at wide open.

    This review is from Canon - RF50mm F1.2 L USM Standard Prime Lens for EOS R-Series Cameras - Black

    Posted by Kob821

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  • Does this lens have image stabilization?

    No, this lens does not have in-lens image stabilization.

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  • Is this lens compatible with Canon EOS R series cameras?

    Yes, this lens is compatible with Canon EOS R series cameras.

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  • What comes with this lens?

    This lens comes with a lens cap, lens dust cap, lens hood, and case.

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  • What is the minimum focusing distance of this lens?

    The minimum focusing distance is 1.31 feet.

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  • What is the maximum aperture of this Canon lens?

    This Canon lens has a maximum aperture of f/1.2.

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