Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens

The Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM is a classic, lightweight standard prime lens for Canon full-frame EF-mount DSLRs. With a bright f/1.8 maximum aperture and smooth STM autofocus, it delivers sharp images with beautiful background blur. Ideal for portraits, everyday photography, low-light shooting, and video, this “nifty fifty” is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Features

• Standard 50 mm prime lens for Canon EF-mount cameras
• Bright f/1.8 aperture for low-light performance and shallow depth of field
• STM (Stepping Motor) autofocus for smooth, quiet focusing in photos and video
• Compact, lightweight design — easy to carry and use
• Super Spectra coating reduces flare and ghosting for better contrast
• Rounded 7-blade diaphragm for pleasing bokeh
• Full-time manual focus override

Specifications

• Brand / Manufacturer: Canon
• Model: EF 50mm f/1.8 STM
• Lens Mount: Canon EF (full-frame compatible)
• Focal Length: 50 mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Optical Construction: 6 elements in 5 groups
• Diaphragm Blades: 7, rounded
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.35 m / 1.15 ft
• Maximum Magnification: 0.21×
• Filter Size: 49 mm
• Dimensions (ø × L): approx. 69.2 × 39.3 mm
• Weight: approx. 160 g
• EAN / UPC: 4549292037692 / 013803256871

Ideal For

• Portrait photography
• Everyday and street photography
• Low-light shooting
• Video recording with quiet autofocus
• Travel and walk-around lens use

Keywords

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