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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3559 reviews

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99%would recommend to a friend

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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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great portrait 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’ve always wanted this lens and I finally saved up to get it. You have to stand pretty far from your subject if you want to get a good shot but the bokeh is good and the focus is even better.

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

    I'm new to photography and this is the first non-kit lens that I bought. I did read several reviews first, so I know it's not top of line, but it's a really great value for the money. It is worth every penny, and now I use it all the time. I love it--it really will take your photos up a notch.

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

    Nifty Fifty

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

    Bought this " Nifty Fifty" mm lens for my Canon Rebel T7 at the suggestion of my photography mentor. Great for taking portraits and head shots.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent lens

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good ‘ole nifty-fifty. Amazing lens for portrait photographs, my personal favorite. I purchased it several months ago… No complaints thus far.

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

    Amazing lense

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

    This is the first new lense I've purchased outside of the kit lens that came with my T3i. I have to say, this lense made my pictures come out looking like I was a professional and really did way more than I could've expected. I bought it mainly to take portraits of my family and quickly realized it's very versatile! Best Buy price matches and no matter how small the price match, they are willing to help. Definitely go buy this lense! It's worth every penny and honestly probably double.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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

    Love it it’s one of my favorite lenses I use all the time

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Better than I expected

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

    I had shopped for the "nifty fifty" at several online and store front locations. Walking in to Best Buy and carrying the lens out so I could use it immediately, and not having to wait on delivery, was what I needed. Screw it on the camera body, focus, and push the shutter button is what its about!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Close up portrait

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

    Price was very reasonable. I’m new at photography so still trying to figure it out. Perfect for close up portraits

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must have lens

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great lens. It is a must have to round out a base camera setup. Get it, you will be amazed how much you’ll use it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This lens is my favorite.

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

    I use this lens almost every shoot. Make sure to keep your receipt or use your rewards card membership when buying for proof of purchase. This is my second lens as I broke my previous and was not able to provide proof of purchase within the year because I didn’t have my original receipt.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    yassssssssssssss

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this as a gift for my partner who is trying to do food photography for her blog. The photos come out really great and show detail well. 100% would recommend

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens for a beginner

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

    Lens takes amazing photos and is much better than a kit lens for shooting portrait style photos. It does not offer the same range as the distance is not adjustable, but it allows a lot of light in and can look great in any lighting, even low lighting. Overall amazing lens, especially for the price.

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

    Canon Lens 50MM

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

    I love this lens. Super nice and small. Not heavy. Very good product for its price. It does the job. I am thinking of buying another one for my father who’s into photography too. It’s worth every penny. Thank you BestBuy.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Nifty Fifty!

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

    Great product! Quality was excellent! Love the metal ef mount and the overall smoothness of the focus ring!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must have lens! Period.

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

    No matter how many other lenses you may have. This is must have item for your needs. Captures really great photos.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Takes great pictures for the price

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

    I have this lens now for 5 months and I love it. The pictures are crisp and the bokeh are just perfect. Plus you could barely hear it focusing when shooting videos. The best bang for the money.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Value for money

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

    Its a pretty good lens for its price. Captures great images with bokeh effect and is suitable for portraits. The low light performance is also great. If you have a canon DSLR and looking to get your first lens then look no further. Value for money guaranteed.

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

    A must have lens!

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

    This lens stays on my camera. I've used it for everything from weddings to family portraits. Get this lens!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for photographers!

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

    Works great! My wife uses it as her main second camera lens for weddings.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great 50mm lens

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great 50mm lens in budget. Work great and I recommend it

    I would recommend this to a friend