Year-End SaleEnds 1/1/26. Limited quantities. No rainchecks.

Skip to content
Main Content

Customer Ratings & Reviews

Your price for this item is $169.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3560 reviews

Rating Filter

Rating by feature

  • Value

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Quality

    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

  • Ease of Use

    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

Pros mentioned filter

Cons mentioned filter

99%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers highly value the EF50mm F1.8 STM lens's excellent image quality, sharpness, and affordability. Many appreciate its ease of use and ability to create beautiful background blur and portraits. Positive feedback also highlights its lightweight and compact design. However, some users experienced challenges with the autofocus system's performance in low-light situations.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
Page 104 Showing 2,061-2,080 of 3,560 reviews
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really nice lens

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

    My daughter wanted this portrait lens to take senior pictures and it is great

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality, Price

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Basic prime lens, Value purchase.

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

    Pros: Price, good for portraits, good for the beginners. Cons: Autofocus makes loud noise (For me it's not a problem at all).

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Canon - EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Standard Lens

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

    This lens is a game changer. I use it all the time and the images come out stunning!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens at a good price

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

    Item came at a good price. It is certainly a good buy

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value

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

    Good value, great for a beginner looking for a first portrait / prime lens

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens

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

    Really nice 50 mm fixed lens for the money. Can spend a LOT more for minimal gain.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Crisp Clean image!

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

    Love this lense. Beautiful, clean image. Great for macro shots!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens for a beginner

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

    I really enjoy it a very good low aperture for a beginner

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for Canon T6i

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

    Price is worth for the quality of this lens.i get good shots .

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great lens

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

    Ability to focus surpasses previous version. Extremely quite. Great picture quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Favorite lens

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

    I've been using this lens to take quick shots of events and they come out great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good lens for beginner

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

    This lens was for a beginner. Gets the job done. Until he's ready for the 1.2

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent option

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

    Amazing photos taken with my brand new lens no regrets

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice add on to your camera bag

    |
    |
    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Lovely product for every professional and beginners to have.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great All Around Lens

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

    Ive used it so for so many photos. Great quality and price! So happy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lense

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

    This is a perfect lense to do portrait photography and a wonderful price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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

    My daughter enjoying this product came very handy for her camera

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens. Takes a sharp, clear picture.

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

    This lens is great for about every shot you would want. Great night pictures.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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

    Fantastic lens! I’m a beginner and was really impressed with the images!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the lens

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

    Everything was new. And worked great. I preordered it and it was ready upon arrival.

    I would recommend this to a friend