Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens | Compact and Lightweight, Fast F1.8 Aperture, Compatible with all Canon EOS R Series Cameras, Black

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The Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens, the essential ‘Nifty Fifty’ for Canon EOS R series cameras, delivers stunning, professional-grade portraits with beautiful background blur (bokeh) thanks to its ultra-fast F1.8 aperture. This compact, lightweight prime lens excels in low-light conditions and features silent STM technology for smooth, high-quality video and photography autofocus.

  • Fast F1.8 Aperture: Achieve stunning bokeh and superior low-light performance.
  • Silent STM Focusing: Provides smooth, quiet, and rapid autofocus for both video and stills.
  • Compact & Lightweight Design: Highly portable for street photography and everyday use (only 160g).
  • High Compatibility: Designed exclusively for the Canon EOS R series mirrorless camera line.

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Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens: Capture Stunning, Professional Portraits with this Compact ‘Nifty Fifty’ for EOS R Cameras

Unlock the power of prime lens photography with the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM lens in sleek black. Often called the ‘Nifty Fifty,’ this essential lens delivers incredible image quality, making it a must-have for every Canon EOS R series user. Its ultra-fast F1.8 maximum aperture is perfect for isolating subjects with beautiful, creamy background blur (bokeh), transforming everyday moments into striking, professional-grade portraits. The large aperture also excels in low-light conditions, letting you shoot crisp photos without relying on high ISO settings. Engineered for portability, its compact and lightweight design (only 160g) ensures it can travel anywhere with you, always ready to capture the perfect moment. Featuring Stepping Motor (STM) technology, this lens provides smooth, quiet, and rapid autofocus for both photography and video recording, ensuring you never miss a shot or compromise your cinematic quality.

Key Features

  • Iconic 50mm Focal Length: Ideal for portraiture, street photography, and low-light shooting.
  • Ultra-Fast F1.8 Aperture: Achieve stunning depth of field effects and superior low-light performance.
  • Silent STM Focusing: Ensures fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus, perfect for video capture.
  • Compact and Lightweight Design: Weighing only 160g, it’s highly portable for everyday carry.
  • High Compatibility: Designed exclusively for the Canon EOS R series mirrorless camera line.

Important Information

  • This lens is only compatible with Canon EOS R series mirrorless cameras (e.g., R100, R50, R10, R6, R7, R8, etc.).
  • The F1.8 aperture is fixed and does not zoom.
  • Includes front and rear lens caps.

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Specification

Overview

Weight 290 g
Dimensions 1340 × 1110 × 1100 cm
Package Dimensions L x W x H

‎13.4 x 11.1 x 11 centimetres

Package Weight

‎0.29 Kilograms

Product Dimensions L x W x H

‎40 x 69 x 69 millimetres

Item weight

‎160 Grams

Brand

Camera Lens

‎RF 50mm F1.8 STM

Colour

Black

Has image stabilisation

‎No

Included components

‎Lens Cap E-43

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Lens Dust Cap RF

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RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens

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User Manual Kit

ISO Range

‎100-51200

Lens Fixed Focal Length

‎50 Millimetres

Max Focal Length

‎50

Min Focal Length

‎50

Model year

‎2025

Plug profile

‎Canon RF

Objective Lens Diameter

‎43 Millimetres

Part number

‎4515C003AA

Water Resistance Level

‎Not Water Resistant

Zoom Type

‎prime

Lens Design

‎Prime

Maximum Aperture Range

‎F1.8

Focus type

‎Auto Focus

Aperture Modes

‎F1.8-F2.8

Style

‎Single

Photo Filter Thread Size

‎43 Millimetres

Effective still resolution

‎50 MP

Guaranteed software updates until ‏

‎ unknown

Item model number ‏

4515C005

Batteries ‏

‎ 1 AAAA batteries required.

Date First Available ‏

3 Nov. 2020

Manufacturer

‎Canon

Style Name

Single

Customer Reviews

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  1. Blair review


    The Canon 50mm f/1.8 is one of those golden lenses that isn’t too expensive. It’s a great first lens to learn the basics of framing and still photography. Autofocus is fairly fast, and in low light it really shines thanks to the wide aperture. The size is perfect for travel. It’s great for close shots like portraits, but also works well if you step back for landscapes or car photos. It’s easy to mount on a Canon RF body, feels well built, and delivers sharp, clean images. Shooting in RAW really brings out even more detail, no matter if you’re using a low- or high-end body

  2. JP


    I picked up this lens a few weeks ago, and I’m blown away by how much quality you get for such a compact, affordable piece of gear. It’s lightweight, easy to carry, and works beautifully with my Canon mirrorless camera. The image quality is excellent — sharp in the center, lovely color rendering, and that f/1.8 aperture gives a smooth, creamy background blur perfect for portraits and low-light shots. For true sharpness of the lens, shoot at f/2.8-4.Autofocus is quick and accurate, though you can hear a faint noise if you’re recording video. The build feels solid for the price, even if it’s not weather-sealed.Overall, this lens is an amazing value. It’s a great addition to any kit, especially if you’re just starting out or want a versatile prime without spending a fortune. Highly recommended!

  3. InkArmz


    Lovely lens. I’ve got a number of lenses for my camera including a couple of L series and I still prefer this one.Lovely sharp photos, nice back ground blur when wanted.For the price of it compared to others I have its value for money.Must have in the collection.

  4. Francoberry


    This is a fantastic lens. When used with a full frame camera (I use the R6 MkII) it’s easily the most versatile and capable prime lens you can get for anywhere near this price range.I think this is a perfect starting point for any newbie, and is also perfect for honing skulls further if you’re an enthusiast. It helps you to focus on composition and the use of the aperture to get different effects. It’s very light, but still robust enough to easily sit in a bag and get swapped out regularly.The focus mechanism does create a bit of noise, but I’ve never found it too distracting. It may need consideration if you’re using it as a film lense. But build quality is excellent and it’s easily the best looking of canon’s 50mm lenses of the past.You can’t go wrong with it, give it a go!

  5. S. J. Darling


    All photographers should have a nifty fifty for those portrait/street photographer needs. They are light, don’t take up much room and are very fast with a 1.8 aperture. However, please don’t expect professional quality and remember that these are very cheap lenses so the quality is not as sharp as the RF50mm 1.2 USM. But the latter lens is £2k more expensive, so unless you really need the extra quality, then the RF50mm 1.8 STM is an absolute bargain.

  6. Ryan


    I bought this as an addition to the two zoom lenses I got with my Canon EOS R10, and it’s made the other lenses pretty much redundant. The quality is far superior and noticeable straight away. It focuses quickly, the images are sharp, and being a prime lens, is more compact, too.I’ve had no regrets with this at all.The only thing to be aware of is that when used with a cropped sensor camera, it has a fair amount of zoom, so sometimes requires stepping away from the subject more than you’d expect. If you have a full-frame sensor, definitely purchase.

  7. Frank


    The Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens is a stellar addition to any photographer’s kit, offering exceptional value for its price. This compact and lightweight lens packs a punch with its sharp image quality and beautiful bokeh, making it perfect for portraits, street photography, and even some macro shots.One of the standout features is the fast f/1.8 aperture, which performs brilliantly in low-light conditions and allows for excellent subject isolation. The autofocus is quick and quiet, thanks to the STM motor, which is a significant advantage for both stills and video work.The build quality is impressive for such an affordable lens. While it’s mostly plastic, it feels solid and durable, with a metal mount adding to its robustness. The lens is also incredibly lightweight, making it easy to carry around for extended shooting sessions.Image quality is where this lens truly shines. It delivers sharp, crisp images with great color rendition and contrast. The bokeh is smooth and pleasing, adding a professional touch to your photos. Chromatic aberration and distortion are minimal, which is remarkable at this price point.In conclusion, the Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens is an outstanding choice for both amateur and professional photographers. It offers excellent performance, fantastic image quality, and incredible value, making it a must-have for anyone with a Canon RF mount camera.Highly recommended!

  8. Girts V


    This RF 50 mm F1.8 lens known as low cost good value lens has worked as expected. High quality product for sharp images. It is very compact and light weight. Good for standard view angle shooting. Offers shallow focus depth and background blur for closer objects. Good for portraits and lower light conditions, however note that it does not have image stabiliser, and shorter exposure times needed for hand held photos. I use this lens with a hood bought separately.

  9. lorenzo

    Una lente da avere per chi ama fare bokeh o scatti con poca luce
    Questa lente compatta offre prestazioni eccellenti. L’apertura focale a 1.8 consente di ottenere un bokeh molto gradevole e di catturare una quantità significativa di luce, anche in condizioni di scarsa illuminazione, Con questo obiettivo, è possibile ottenere scatti e riprese di alta qualità.Le immagini risultano nitide e dettagliate, e l’autofocus è preciso e affidabile.Considerando il prezzo, non credo esistano alternative migliori sul mercato. Il rapporto qualità-prezzo è eccellente.Unica nota da considerare, sebbene non dipendente dalla lente ma dal corpo macchina utilizzato, è che, se si possiede una fotocamera APS-C, come nel mio caso con la Canon EOS R10, gli scatti ottenuti corrispondono effettivamente a 80 mm (50 mm x 1,6). Pertanto, mi sono spesso trovato a dover allontanarmi notevolmente dai soggetti per ottenere le inquadrature desiderate. Su fotocamere full frame, questo problema non si presenta, data la corrispondenza 1:1.Allego alcuni scatti per fornire un’idea della qualità delle foto e dei dettagli impressionanti, nonostante non si tratti di una lente macro.

  10. Mohammed Alsheikh

    This is a lens with superpowers!
    Shockingly, it is one of the best items I ever bought. Although influencers on the social media always praise this lens, it really surprised me. The potential you get of basically just using this lens is crazy. It offers an amazing 1.8 aperture which performs incredibly good even at low light scenarios. Even the build material that is used just feels reliable and sturdy that just make you feel safe when having the lens attached or even detached I consider this product as PERFECT in price, performance, size, weight, and build material. If you want to upgrade your photography level this is a big jump despite the low price compared to the performance, I heavily recommend this lens.

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