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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 3559 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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Lens quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best new lens beyond the "kit"

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

    I agree with the reviews on the Canon 50mm lens. Great price and smooth operations. I was very happy Best Buy had it in stock.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A Must have for everyone

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

    I really like this lens a lot. Since there is a 1.6 magnification on my crop sensor it gives a much desired perspective. Cheap and fun

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Loving the Nifty-Fifty

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

    The Canon "Nifty-fifty" 50mm lens delivers stunning photographs. By far, it is my favorite piece of glass thus far.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    50 MM

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

    First lens I bought aside the package that came with two lenses. I feel this brings a great addition to any stable of lenses.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Must have

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

    Perfect Perfect Perfect Perfect Perfect Perfect Perfect

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

    This was a gift to my wife who loves photography. She loves this lens, it takes awesome pictures.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens

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

    The pictures taken with this lens are amazing. My son is taking magazine quality photos.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Lens for Beginners

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

    Canon Nifty Fifty. This lens is awesome. Great photos from head to toe.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for close shots

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

    Bought this lens to take pictures of a newborn and love it. Looks really good and the photo details are amazing.

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

    Favorite prime 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 is one of my favorites to shoot with! Lightweight and great light.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    takes great pics

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

    i am new at this photography thing, not a professional by any means and i love that this helps me take awesome pictures.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens!

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

    Nice focal length , good for portraits , 1.8 aperture helps in low light . Inexpensive good to have in your kit !

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great buy

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

    Beginner here and it's definitely needed , wish I had the money to buy a good lens with a range that included 50 but until then..

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality product at a competitive price

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

    I shopped online and other stores and found this name brand product could be picked up at Best Buy at a good price.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My husband loves this lens!

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

    My husband loves this lens. I gave it to him as a gift and he's had no complaints. A great addition for your lens collection!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great for Portrait

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

    Very clear Image quality shoots well in lower light conditions and, for the price you cant go wrong. definitely a lens to have.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    awesome

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

    Very nice lens for my mirrorless Canon, it's ideal for landscapes, portraits and everyday use. Very happy with it

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great photos

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

    This lens has really helped me learn my camera. As a beginner I probably spend more time with this lense than any other.

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

    Cannon

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

    Small, light weight, easy to carry. Still learning how to use it

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Beautiful Shots

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

    I used this to help me with composition and continue to use it for portraits and creative tight shots.

    I would recommend this to a friend