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There may be a lens launch for the T1/2000D in June.
Following Nikon and Sigma's lead, Canon could be ready to launch a replacement of their 35 f/2 and 50 f/1.4 lenses.
EF 35 f/1.8 USM
EF 50 f/1.4 USM
It was suggested there's a possibility the 35 may be an EF-S mount.
The 35L replacement will be coming with a pro body.
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The only thing they need to do on the 50mm 1.4 II is use a real USM instead of a “micro” USM. I hope to God they don’t raise the price too much. I’ll settle for $400 tops!
That is my no1 concern. The performance wide open could be improved as well; the old one is very dreamy.
Really? used with a 40D, I felt that at full aperture this 50mm lens was soft, and that bokeh was very unpleasant.
The current 50mm f/1.4, does not have any aspherical element, as opposed to more recent optical equations used in 50mm lenses from Leica, Voigtlander or Sigma.
Clearly, this Canon 50mm f/1.4 is not up-to-date.
Of course if you don’t mind waiting till the 2000D launch rumored to be in June then you will at least know if the rumor that a 50 1.4 II is on its way soon has any truth. I know I can wait. I also know I’d be first in line for the upgrade. :D
Yup – me too! I’d rush and get one the minute it hits the shelves.
Not quite an announcement though – looks like just a rumor for now. If you wanted to go out today and buy a 50/1.4 you’re likely out of luck – it’s been in short supply for months. Ditto for the 30/2.
I’ve been eyeing up the Sigma 50/1.4 and I’m intrigued by the bokeh and sharpness/contrast wide open. However it’s huge, it’s more expensive, and there’s the AF issue. I’m holding out for now to see what Canon comes up with next.