Lens Details
Canon
RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM
$2,299~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: October 25, 2018
Highlights
- A full-frame 50mm f/1.2 standard prime for Canon RF — a versatile everyday option.
- The bright f/1.2 aperture delivers a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, and it is moderately sized at 950g.
Who it's for
The Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM is a 50mm f/1.2 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.2 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
50mm
Focal Length
f/1.2
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
950g
Weight
77mm
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Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 15 |
| Optical Groups | 9 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 10 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Angle of View | 46° – 46° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Ring USM |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 40 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.19x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $2,299 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Diameter | 89.8mm |
| Length | 108mm |
| Weight | 950g (2.09 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
