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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3560 reviews

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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.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing lens

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

    This lens makes a huge difference in shots & I would recommend this to anyone. I use this lens more than any other one I have

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

    Great Versatile lens

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

    This lens is a must for the frequent traveler who wants to bring their DSLR but not carry expensive and heavy lenses

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

    A nice lens

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

    A must have, especially for the price. Nice clarity and fast lens.

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

    Wrong Lens

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

    Wish we could have used it. Unfortunately, this lens didn't fit the camera my daughter had.

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

    Great lens but others cheaper

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

    This lens does all it is suppose to do but the Canon name does cost more. I used rewards points and gift card to make purchase.

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

    Amazing discovery

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

    Very versatile. The performance is amazing. Great for beginners!

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

    Perfect Lens

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

    Love this lens for portraits. Great compression and focus.

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

    Nice lens

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    Very nice lens does when I need it to last me to get more of a portrait style picture which is really really cool

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

    Great Results

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

    Such an amazing lens! Great for landscape style images with beautiful results.

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

    Best bang for you buck

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of my favorite lenses for the price range. Great for bringing new things into focus and portraits.

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

    Fast

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome purchase i would definitely purchase again. process was fast and easy

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

    Nifty Fifty!!

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

    Definitely recommend purchasing. Suitable for all photography

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

    Excellent lens for close-up shots

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

    Highly recommended for close-up shots flowers, gardens, roses or landscape anyone with a canon rebel dslr should get this.

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

    Perfect

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

    Shot a wedding and thank goodness this came just in time.

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

    Crystal Clear Lens

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

    We bought this lens for my wife. It takes fantastic pictures. The clarity and resolution is unbelievable. A great investment.

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

    Primary lens

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

    Great purchase using it with a canon EOS 40D. lens arrived as promised.

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

    Lense 50 mm

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

    Once edited it feels like it’s valued way more than what I paid I love it

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

    Nifty-Fifty

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

    The 50mm lens is a great lens to have. Very useful.

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

    Great lens for camera users

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

    I bought this lens for using on my Canon camera,it's an excellent product from Canon, the quality you can trust. Highly recommended

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

    A Great Lens

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

    This version of the already good lens is awesome. It comes with the metal housing and is significantly quieter than its predecessor.

    I would recommend this to a friend