Canon EF 50mm F/1L USM

Specifications01

MountCANON EF

Focal length50mm

Max aperturef/1

TypePortrait · Prime

Release year1987

Weight985 g

Filter size72 mm

Min focus distance0.6 m

Max magnification0.1099

Aperture blades8

Optical elements11

Groups9

AutofocusYes

StabilizationNo

Aperture controlNone The aperture is controlled from the camera

Lens hoodES-79 - Snap-on round

TeleconvertersNot compatible

EraFilm era

Production statusDiscontinued

Additional Info02

Lens TypeStandard prime lens

Field Notes02

Canon EF 50mm f/1L USM is a standard prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1 for low-light and shallow depth-of-field use. It uses Canon EF autofocus (USM).

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