Lens Details

Canon
RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM
$1,799~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: October 19, 2023
Highlights
- A full-frame 50mm f/1.4 standard prime for Canon RF — a versatile everyday option.
- The bright f/1.4 aperture delivers a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, and it is moderately sized at 770g.
Who it's for
The Canon RF 50mm f/1.4 L VCM is a 50mm f/1.4 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/1.4 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
50mm
Focal Length
f/1.4
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
770g
Weight
77mm
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Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 15 |
| Optical Groups | 11 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 10 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Angle of View | 47° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | VCM |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 40 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.18x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $1,799 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Diameter | 84.4mm |
| Length | 107.9mm |
| Weight | 770g (1.70 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |





