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Niftier fifty from Canon

Niftier fifty from Canon

Robin Lund May 12, 2015 0 Breaking News, Gear, News, Photography 50mm, Canon, gear, lens, nifty fifty, photography

Canon has announced its EF 50mm F1.8 STM lens, which uses a stepper motor for quieter and more responsive autofocus compared to its “Mark II” predecessor.

Better focus ring
The new Canon 50mm has improved on the previously dismal focus ring. (Photo cortesy of Canon)

The new “nifty fifty” also features a 7-blade circular aperture and minimum focus distance of 35cm – both improvements over the Mark II. The compact fifty is just 39mm long and weighs 160g, has a metal mount, and supports an optional integrated hood as well as 49mm filters.

While the predecessor Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 Mk II sported stellar image quality, especially for its price, the build quality of the lens was like a cheap toy. The new lens seems to rectify the quality shortcomings.

The lens will be available later in May at a price of $129.99.

Read the full press release at Canon

Visit the official Canon USAs EF50/1.8 STM product page

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