Canon EF 50 mm f/1.2L USM camera lens

Canon EF 50 mm f/1.2L USM lens

This new Canon EF 50 mm f/1.2L USM lens is a bright prime for full-frame Canon DSLR cameras. Its f/1.2 maximum aperture suits portrait, event and low-light photographers who need shallow depth of field. The ring-type ultrasonic motor delivers fast, quiet autofocus with full-time manual override. Weather-sealed construction protects the optics during outdoor sessions.

Fits EF-mount bodies and frees light-gathering

The lens mounts directly on any Canon EOS camera with an EF mount and requires no adapter. Its wide f/1.2 aperture gathers significantly more light than slower primes, letting you shoot at lower ISO settings in dim conditions. The eight-blade rounded diaphragm produces smooth background blur. Super Spectra coating suppresses flare and ghosting for cleaner contrast.

Upgrades from f/1.4 or f/1.8 fifty-millimetre lenses

Photographers moving from an f/1.4 or f/1.8 standard prime gain two full stops of light and a distinctive rendering character. The aspherical element reduces spherical aberration wide open, improving edge-to-edge sharpness. The jump is worth it when you regularly shoot wide open in challenging light and need the extra subject separation. Buyers who want zoom versatility or a lighter walk-around lens should consider other options.