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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 282 reviews

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Customers are saying

Customers are delighted by the EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Standard Lens's exceptional image quality, compact size, and affordability. Many appreciate its lightweight design, making it easy to carry and use for various photography needs, including portraits. The lens's ability to produce pleasing bokeh and perform well in low light conditions are also frequently praised. While some users noted minor distortion, the overall positive feedback highlights its value for photographers seeking a versatile and convenient lens.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    One of the best lenses for the price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I just started photography and need to select a cheap prime lens. My choice was between the 50mm 1/8 and the 40mm 2/8. The 50mm is better on the books but I decided to get the 40mm 2/8. The reason because of the price and also the weight. Considered that I have a DSLR the lens and body makes it heavy. The weight of the 40mm is small and light. I leave it on my body all of the time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sharp!! Awesome Lens!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A great lens! A great next step after the kit lens Super sharp even at F2.8!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Pancake!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome pancake prime lens. Fast, sharp and lightweight. Excellent in low lughting

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very sharp lens and very fast

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Canon did a great job on this lens its very sharp and a great lens

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Stays in my camera all the time. Easy to put in my purse and document what's going on in my life

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera lens!!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this camera lens. I always wanted a macro lens and this is great!! My pictures have turned out great!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sold my 50mm f/1.8 and replaced it with this. love it so much better! I use it on a full frame Canon (6D).

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great nifty lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best lens to carry around with out taking up space

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    awesome lens for anyone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    i am thrilled with this lens. so glad i purchased. i am having great results with it. a good purchase!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera accessary

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The perfect lense for that great portrait shot at a reasonable cost.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great little lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent little guy, great pics!! Thought the lens was broken when I couldn't get it to retract and the manual days nothing of this, doing a little research I found that you have to have it in manual focus and make sure the lens is not asleep, hold the shutter half way down and then retract the lens to put on the cap, don't push it from the front! Other than that great buy!! Better than wasting the money on the cheap 50mm

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome pancake

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pictures are sharp and is a great focal length for a crop sensor

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect for product shots! Captures so much detail!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sharpest lense used period.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the sharpest lense have ever used. If largest aperture is not one of your requirements this is the best lense you could get for crop/full sensor

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens great price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Been shooting with this lens and it's a great buy at this price!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens if your into doing portraits, no complaints so far

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cheap and best macro lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Cheap and best macro lens combined with decent f stop of F/2.8.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great pancake lens. Great for low light and macro.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very nice lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lens works great for those uf us that want the ability of taking pictures with different perspectives. This lens works great on close up shots. The shape of the lens results in pictures with a realistic perspective. It's also great to use instead of the larger lenses when you want to take pictures without being overly obstructive and don't require a great deal of zooming.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I absolutely love this lens for portraits! My go to lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend