Canon Introduces New EF 50MM F/1.8 STM Lens
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I would bet the price of this new 50stm that Canon will release within 18 months a new 50/1.4 that follows the same physical design approach as the 35/2 is. Let's only hope that they include stabilization on it. There's no reason why not except short-sightedness. And it will retail for $549-579. And the optics will be good but not great because it won't be built at the size/weight required to eliminate softness in the corners before f2. But it will have a revised formula slightly because they can't be shamed by Sigma. But Canon will only choose to fully contend with Sigma at the f/1.2 level L lens... My only surprise will come when it comes out this calendar year, which it won't because they'll only release one 50 per year, and they'll see how the 1.4 sells before worrying about a 1.2 update....... Remember me when it happens.
As for this new 50/1.8, it's expected and unsurprising and good. They had a good thing going and they've extended it and upgraded it. What do you want for 120 bucks? I don't use a 50mm often, but this one is perfect for occasional users and those who don't beat theirs up and those who want a great addition to their kit lens. Home run for all those customers.
As for this new 50/1.8, it's expected and unsurprising and good. They had a good thing going and they've extended it and upgraded it. What do you want for 120 bucks? I don't use a 50mm often, but this one is perfect for occasional users and those who don't beat theirs up and those who want a great addition to their kit lens. Home run for all those customers.
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Like other posters, I was expecting this to be in the $199 range and going down to about $150 after a few months. I was already considering it then even though I already have the "plastic fantastic" v-II. At $125 this is now a no brainer. Wanted to get this for the STM and use with the 70D.
I think YN forced Canon to "react" with this baby - competition is good
I think YN forced Canon to "react" with this baby - competition is good
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After doing lots of research on the web I bought a used 50mm mark l for $30.00 more than a new Mark ll. I wanted a metal mount and felt the older version was optically better by a small amount. I don't manually focus this lens so I don't have to worry about damage to the focus ring. Version 3 is going to be equal to the Mark 1. I think this is a good move for Canon. People will scoop up this lens and love it. Warts and all.
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1. Happy for those who want budget prime. (Including this uncle with 11 year old nephew just starting photography!)
2. Grateful CR had early, correct forecast.
3. Patiently waiting for rumored L version II.
You go, Canon, go!
2. Grateful CR had early, correct forecast.
3. Patiently waiting for rumored L version II.
You go, Canon, go!
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It looks like the same lens with a new motor and a slightly better iris. With that said, at $125 I'm not going to complain.
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No optical improvement?
http://www.cameraegg.org/ef-50mm-f1-8-stm-lens-sample-images/
Look at those samples.
On 8000D/760D, at 1.8, 1/250.
Nice sharpness on the eye.
Impossible to get a such quality-shoot at 1.8 with the MKII version.
So I'm 100% sold on this. I will take one day 1.
Edit: I wonder if these pic are fake?
Only seen on this website
I hope not...
http://www.cameraegg.org/ef-50mm-f1-8-stm-lens-sample-images/
Look at those samples.
On 8000D/760D, at 1.8, 1/250.
Nice sharpness on the eye.
Impossible to get a such quality-shoot at 1.8 with the MKII version.
So I'm 100% sold on this. I will take one day 1.
Edit: I wonder if these pic are fake?
Only seen on this website
I hope not...
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We might have to name this one a 'Dutch Baby' since it's slightly larger than a pancake. Honestly I don't expect it to have better IQ than the 40 nor render color and contrast as well but I've still pre ordered one for a small lightweight 1.8 prime since at this time I have nothing faster than 2.0 (135L)
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30mm lens is not a common focal lenght, and Sigma was pioneered in luminous prime lenses for APS-C.ritholtz said:
When Canon launched the EF-S 24mm F2.8 I was sad because it means you will never see a EF-S 22mm F2 or a EF-S 30mm F1.4.
Maybe someday, Canon decides to update the EF 28mm F1.8
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ajfotofilmagem said:
I'm not sure it means we'll never see those, but I'd like to see those too. Such fast EF-S primes would help in the competition with mirrorless.
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dboris said:No optical improvement?
http://www.cameraegg.org/ef-50mm-f1-8-stm-lens-sample-images/
Look at those samples.
On 8000D/760D, at 1.8, 1/250.
Nice sharpness on the eye.
Impossible to get a such quality-shoot at 1.8 with the MKII version.
So I'm 100% sold on this. I will take one day 1.
Edit: I wonder if these pic are fake?
Only seen on this website
I hope not...
Those samples do look nice. I hope you're right about it being better than the MKII version.
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Good, a 50mm I can justify buying... 7 blades will do, MTF suggest the f8 contrast is a smidge better (better coatings?), metal mount and a prooven AF.
I suspect the aperture as viewed from the front is identical, the image of the lens looks like it was taken really close up with a wide angle so the glass will look smaller as it's burried quite deep in the old lens on the MkII and the STM will still have some recess, also I can't see the MTFs being almost unchanged from the old 1.8 with a changed optical design.
As to the other 50s, if they "fix" the 1.4 the 1.2L will be overtaken, so I'm predicting the 1.2L will update next. If they update the 1.4 first I fear they won't fix the optics and the 1.4 really needs it, the 1.8 was good enough optically for a true "nifty fifty".
I'll pop a 50 1.8 STM in the bag unless we get rumors of a new 1.4 before I can get one over the counter, if a 1.4 turns up I'll only lose £20 or so selling the 1.8
I suspect the aperture as viewed from the front is identical, the image of the lens looks like it was taken really close up with a wide angle so the glass will look smaller as it's burried quite deep in the old lens on the MkII and the STM will still have some recess, also I can't see the MTFs being almost unchanged from the old 1.8 with a changed optical design.
As to the other 50s, if they "fix" the 1.4 the 1.2L will be overtaken, so I'm predicting the 1.2L will update next. If they update the 1.4 first I fear they won't fix the optics and the 1.4 really needs it, the 1.8 was good enough optically for a true "nifty fifty".
I'll pop a 50 1.8 STM in the bag unless we get rumors of a new 1.4 before I can get one over the counter, if a 1.4 turns up I'll only lose £20 or so selling the 1.8
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