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Canon E32CN5018STM EF 50mm f/1.8 Lens Bundle with Filters

Name: Canon E32CN5018STM EF 50mm f/1.8 Lens Bundle with Filters
Brand: Canon
SKU: E32CN5018STM
Rating: 4.2 (16 reviews)

★★★★★4.2 (16 reviews)

1.6 inf/1.85.7 oz

Capture Stunning Images with the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens The Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens is a compact and lightweight prime lens, perfect for everyday photography. Its wide f/1.8 aperture excels in low light and creates beautiful background blur. Ideal for portraits, action shots, and nigh...

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Overview

Capture Stunning Images with the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens

The Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens is a compact and lightweight prime lens, perfect for everyday photography. Its wide f/1.8 aperture excels in low light and creates beautiful background blur. Ideal for portraits, action shots, and nighttime photography, this lens delivers sharp, high-quality images and movies.

Specifications:

Focal Length: 50mm (80mm effective focal-length on APS-C cameras)
Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
Aperture Blades: 7 (circular)
Lens Coating: Updated lens coatings for excellent color balance and minimized ghosting and flare
Focus Motor: Stepping motor (gear-type STM) for near-silent, continuous Movie Servo AF and smooth AF for stills
Manual Focus: Redesigned exterior with improved focus ring placement
Mount: Rugged metal mount
Minimum Focusing Distance: 1.15 ft (0.35m)
Maximum Magnification: 0.21x

Key Features

Canon USA AUTHORIZED - Includes Full Canon USA WARRANTY

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens 0570C002 | Compact, lightweight fixed focal length lens ideal for everyday photos, and with a large f/1.8 aperture, a perfect lens for low-light photography and creative Bokeh effect background blur. | With an 50mm effective focal-length on full-frame cameras, 80mm on APS-C cameras, it's an excellent prime lens for portraits, action, even nighttime photography.

Stepping motor (Gear-type STM) supports the Movie Servo Autofocus function in providing smooth and quiet continuous AF during video recording, as well as when shooting photos. | Stay in control with full-time manual focus override. | Improved exterior design includes new focus ring placement making it the most compact Canon 50mm lens. Max. Diameter x Length, Weight: 2.7 x 1.6 in., 5.7 oz. (69.2 x 39.3mm, 160g)

Circular aperture (7 blades) helps deliver beautiful, soft backgrounds. | Lens Construction: 6 elements in 5 groups | Optimized lens placement and coatings help deliver outstanding color balance, while minimizing ghosting and flare. | Minimum focusing distance of 1.15 ft. (0.35m); maximum magnification of 0.21x. | Metal mount helps provide stability and ruggedness.

Specifications

Brand

Canon

Lens Mount Type

Canon EF

Focal Length

50mm

Maximum Aperture

f/1.8

Minimum Focusing Distance

1.15 ft. (0.35m)

Maximum Magnification

0.21x

Lens Construction

6 elements in 5 groups

Aperture Blades

7 (circular)

Autofocus Motor

Stepping motor (Gear-type STM)

Diameter

2.7 inches (69.2mm)

Length

1.6 inches (39.3mm)

Weight

5.7 oz (160g)

Filter Size

49mm

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Excellent for low-light conditions due to its large f/1.8 maximum aperture, allowing for brighter images in dim environments.
Produces beautiful, soft background blur (bokeh) thanks to its large aperture and circular 7-blade design.
Features a Stepping Motor (STM) for smooth and quiet autofocus, especially beneficial during video recording with Movie Servo AF.
Compact and lightweight design, weighing only 5.7 oz (160g) with dimensions of 2.7 x 1.6 inches, making it highly portable.
Includes a robust metal mount, enhancing its durability and providing a secure connection to your Canon camera body.

👎 Cons

The fixed 50mm focal length (80mm on APS-C) means it lacks the versatility of a zoom lens, requiring physical movement to frame shots.
Despite its suitability for low light, the f/1.8 aperture might not be sufficient for extremely dark scenes without higher ISO settings.
Autofocus speed with the gear-type STM might not be as rapid as more advanced USM lenses in very demanding action photography.
The minimum focusing distance of 1.15 ft (0.35m) limits its capability for extreme close-up or macro photography.
While compact, carrying the additional filters and accessories in the bundle adds to the overall gear bulk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the benefit of the f/1.8 aperture on this Canon 50mm lens?

The large f/1.8 aperture allows more light to enter the lens, making it excellent for low-light photography and creating beautiful, blurred backgrounds (bokeh).

Can this lens be used for video recording?

Yes, the Stepping Motor (Gear-type STM) provides smooth and quiet continuous autofocus, which is ideal for video recording, especially when using Movie Servo Autofocus.

Is this lens compatible with both full-frame and APS-C Canon cameras?

Yes, this EF mount lens is compatible with both full-frame Canon cameras (where it acts as a 50mm) and APS-C cameras (where it acts as an 80mm equivalent).

What is included in the lens bundle?

The bundle includes the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens, lens caps, instruction manuals, Canon USA warranty, a photography bag, a 49mm petal lens hood, a 49mm UV, Polarizer & FLD filter kit, a mini tripod/grip, dust blower, lens pen, lens cap keeper, LCD screen protectors, card reader, card storage case, microfiber cloth, and Corel Paint Shop Pro & VideoStudio SE software.

Does this lens have a durable construction?

Yes, the lens features a metal mount which contributes to its stability and ruggedness, providing a more secure connection to your camera body.

What kind of background blur can I expect from this lens?

The lens has a circular aperture with 7 blades, which helps in delivering a pleasing, soft, and natural-looking background blur, also known as bokeh.