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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3574 reviews

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99%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the EF50mm F1.8 STM Standard Prime Lens for EOS DSLR Cameras, especially regarding its lens quality, ease of use, and overall performance. Many appreciate the background blur and depth of field it provides, as well as its lightweight design. The primary concern expressed is with the auto focus, which some users find struggles in low light.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens at a great price

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

    A nice normal lens that doesn't break the bank. Being an STM lens it is a great improvement over a plain USM lens for video.Like to see more of these lenses in the future.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A nice addition to my lens collection

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

    Very nice lens for the money. Using on a a T8I. Focuses quickly and accurately and is even across the image. Some softness wide open but overall a great value. Have already used it extensively for candid portrait shots and am happy with the results. Wish I had bought one earlier!

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

    Great camera I love it!

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

    I love this camera, I like how light and small it is so it’s easy to carry around. The quality of the product is also good.

    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.

    Being a nifty fifty, this lens is a basic requirement for almost every photographer. Much better than the previous f1.8. This new version is very quiet and much more smooth.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for portraits

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

    I bought this lens because I wanted something that'd create a nice bokeh for portraits and the price was perfect. I did have to return it because my camera has and crop sensor and made it to a bit harder to use indoors. I had to keep stepping back and sometimes, there wasn't room to step back. But for outdoor photos where I had lots of room, it worked great.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent fast, lense! Great for beginners!

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

    This v2 of the famous nifty-fifty. Is a really and sharp lens considering the price. You can't go wrong with this. It will make nice bookeh and is great lens for portrait.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Auto focus

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Everyday Lens

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

    This lens is perfect for all my needs. The mechanics work seamlessly and quietly. It squeaked a little bit when focusing at first but now it's soundless. Perfect.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good quality but delicate lens

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

    I have owned 3 of these lenses. They provide good image quality and are inexpensive. The only real downside is that they are rather fragile as they are made of plastic housing. I have broken two previously (the only camera lenses I have ever broken). One broke after being dropped only a few inches.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It’s GREAT

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

    Takes amazing photos. Would definitely purchase again and really recommend it!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome lens!

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

    I love this lens! It's perfect for portraits and full body pictures. It creates a nice bokeh effect! definitely a must for a beginner, and anyone that loves photography.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens, great price

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

    Delivered as promised. Love the Lens! Would definitely recommend to anyone starting out looking for a prime lens.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    portrait photos

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

    This lens is perfect for shooting portraits. it’s my favorite lens to use and is so clear & good at focusing.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Highly recommend this lens.

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

    Bought this kens for my wife ! She is so impressed with it. The value, the ease of use and overall performance.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cannon

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

    I was recommended by the person at best buy and this really helped my images on my camera.

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

    Fantastic Lens

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

    This lens was recommended by the teacher during a camera class my wife took. Excellent for capturing pictures of our family inside and in lower light conditions.

    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.

    Got this lens mainly for the aperture to get that bokeh background and it's great for the price. Really blurs the background well and gives good sharp images.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Lens

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

    It works really well! Able to take new photos that my previous lens couldn’t.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Choice

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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 it! I was tired of my other lens so I figured I would try this

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It's a win for me!

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

    Got this one for my wife and she really loves it so I would say that this lens is a win.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Handy little lens

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

    I bought this lens specifically for focusing on one object and blurring the background and it does just that. I have gotten some great shots using this lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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