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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3574 reviews

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Pictures

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good price for the pice. The quality it’s amazing I love it

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

    ABSOLUTE FAV!

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

    This is absolutely my favorite lens as a beginner photographer! Very well priced and it’s my go-to lens for absolutely everything. Great job canon!

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

    Cannon lens

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The price was amazing compared to video websites, pick up process was even better, and the lens will help us produce a small video

    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.

    There is a lens for every occasion -- this one provides a great clear and crisp look to your photos with aperature priority ... background blurring and focal points!

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

    Great non kit lens!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Have been interested in getting a 50mm lens for some time I was told the f 1.4 is the ultimate lens but is also more than double in price. For someone who is a beginner at photography but wants to branch out to get those gorgeous bokeh photos THIS is the LENS! I was so extremely happy with the first few photos I took with this lens, it really gives you the more professional feel in the photo. It is now my favorite lens. I never take it off my camera. For the price and the quality I would definitely tell someone to invest in this lens!

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

    A must have for beginners and pros alike.

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

    Known by pro as the nifty 50 and the plastic fantastic, this is widely revered as the first lens to buy after you get your DSLR. I have the Canon SL1 (100D), which is a crop sensor...which magnifies the lens to about 85mm equivalent. Perfect for getting in close. The 1.8 aperture is perfect for bokeh. There really is nothing negative I can say about this one. 10/10

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

    Nice low light and portrait lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of the least expensive lenses to use for portrait photography on a full frame camera. Takes some awesome photos with nice bokeh.

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

    Excellent and cost effective prime lens

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

    This is an excellent prime lens which is reasonably priced. Google Christopher Frost on YouTube. He provides excellent camera lens reviews for canon bodies. Christopher Frost's review of this lens is the main reason I purchased it. This lens is much better than the standard Canon 18-55mm STM kit lens. You can't beat an aperture of f1.8 in low light environments.

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

    First Lens

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

    This was the first lens I brought for my Canon 6D and it the quality is great. This is a perfect Prime to start off with and it’s really good for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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.

    I bought this lens because it was inexpensive, and also because I wanted to use the 1.8 f stop for blurry background and narrow focal range. It's great for that, great in low light. The only thing I dont like is that it zooms in a bunch on a crop sensor DSLR like my camera. I knew this though. It us a great addition to my camera bag anyways. Love it. And it will be even better on the full frame camera I plan to buy one day! Anyone looking at this lens for a crop sensor camera be aware it will be zoomed in a bunch like 80mm ish.

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

    Very good len

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I'm a beginner photographer, using a Cannon Rebel T7i. I wanted to up my game with depth of field. This lens is amazing for portrait & up close pictures. It's so affordable & the quality turns out great. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for an affordable, easy to use lens to up your photo game.

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

    Best lens

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

    Great lens, very nice, high quality. It’s great for portrait shots.

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

    Love this lens

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’m not a professional by any means but this lens is amazing at portraits for my kids. I’m so happy with this purchase

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

    Perfecto

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Always a great classic. Small, compact and powerful. Great but for first time photographers.

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

    Very satistfied

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

    My daughter was so happy. She is so satisfied how she can now explore and do a lot of creative shots in her camera. She thought of buying a new camera but when she learned about this lens, she gave a try. And she is loving it!

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

    Nify Fifty

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I LOVE using my 'nifty fifty' it's so much more lightweight than my other lens and the picture quality is great.

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

    A must have for Canon shooters

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

    If you are a Canon DSLR shooter this nifty fifty is a automatic must have lens. For the price and f/1.8 for wonderful bokeh. You really can't go wrong with this lens

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

    Great lens for portraits

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great for portraits and at such a low price. Def recommend everyone have this lens in their bag!

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

    The BEST BUY TO THE BUY THE BEST

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It never fails me to b shop at BEST BUY for electronic needs. Im like a technology geek lost in a fantasy, except my pockets aren't big enough for all the purchases i could make. Couldn't have given themselves a better name. Thanks so much!

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

    Primetastic

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect prime lens to have on the go. Takes sharp photos and is very light making the camera more comfortable to hold.

    I would recommend this to a friend