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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3559 reviews

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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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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent lens for portraits

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

    Excellent fixed focus lens. Very good for portraits. takes some to adjust.

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

    Great Portrait Lens

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

    I was blown away, this is such a good lens and if you know how to handle your camera, this lens will be perfect for you.

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

    Amazing lens

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

    Great lens and the pictures are awesome. A must-have for every camera kit.

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

    SO IN LOVE

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

    WOW! I AM SO IN LOVE WITH THE QUALITY OF THE POTOS. I HAVE SO MUCH FUN WITH THIS LENSE. YOUR LIFE WILL CHANGE TOTALLY RECOMMEND IT!

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

    Great purchase

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

    Great lens, takes clear wonderful photos with my camera

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

    Canon lens

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

    Great quality and great pictures. That what I expect from canon lenses

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

    Great Lens

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

    Definitely my go-to lens. Small, easy to work with and love the bokeh effect that it gives off.

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

    Great prime lens for beginners

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

    I just bought this lens and have been nothing but impressed with the results. It takes stunningly clear pictures with great bokeh. Fantastic for low light too. Only bad thing is the EF mount doesn’t slide easily into an EF-S camera. Kinda rough.

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

    Amazing lense

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

    Amazingly awesome lense. Recommend if you are hesitant on purchasing, let this reviewing convince you to purchase it.

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

    50mm

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

    this lens is by far the most affordable starter lens out available in the market

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

    Bang for your buck

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

    Very good lens for the price. It’s takes beautiful photos.

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

    Solid lens for any photographer

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

    Solid lens, simple to use. I own an M50 that I had to get an adaptor to make it work, and it does.

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

    Great lens for beginners

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

    I love this lens and which I would have gotten it sooner!! But good lens for beginners

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

    Great for portraits

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

    I love this lens so much! This right now is my favorite lens.

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

    best bang for your buck

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

    This lens should be in everyones bag. Its priced at an amazing price-point. It creates great bokeh .

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

    Niffty 50

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

    great fast little lens. perfect for street and quick to focus. great in low light bc of the wide aperture!

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

    Love it!!

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

    One of the few impulse buys I do not regret! Get it. Attached is a lovely photo taken with said lens. Enjoy.

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

    Canon Ef 50mm f/1.8 STM

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

    Love the lens and price, don't have to spend so much to get what you want. It does the job right as long as you know how to use it.

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

    Cool Lens!

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

    For the price, you will be glad you bought it. It does exactly what it is supposed to do!

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

    Great Purchase

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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 this lens and its quality. Picture quality is the best.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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