Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM

Canon EF, full size
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Product details

The EF 50mm 1:1.2L USM is part of Canon's professional L-series lenses. It combines outstanding image quality and high user comfort with a dust- and water-resistant construction.

Large aperture of 1:1.2

With a large maximum aperture of 1:1.2, this lens offers exceptional light-gathering ability for use in low-light conditions. Additionally, the wide aperture allows for precise control over depth of field.

Excellent rendering in the out-of-focus area (Bokeh effect)

The lens features a circular aperture diaphragm that creates an attractive, smooth out-of-focus background; ideal for isolating subjects at wide apertures and for compelling portrait photography.

Fast, nearly silent autofocus

The autofocus is operated by a ring-type ultrasonic motor (Ultrasonic Motor - USM) built directly into the lens. This enables extremely fast and nearly silent focusing. A high-performance CPU unit and an improved AF algorithm contribute to the autofocus's high speed. A good holding torque ensures that the optical construction is precisely guided to the focus point without overshooting. The electronically controlled focusing can be manually overridden at any time without leaving the AF mode.

Key specifications

Sensor compatibility
full size
Weight
545 g
Focus type
AutofocusManual focus
Lens type
Normal LensPrime lens
Bayonet lens mount
Canon EF
Focal length
50 mm
Documents
Item number
2485540

General information

Manufacturer
Canon
Category
Lenses
Manufacturer no.
1257B005
Release date
25.7.2007

Colour

Colour
Black

Focusing

Minimum focus distance
0.45 m

Camera lens properties

Lens type
Normal LensPrime lens
Bayonet lens mount
Canon EF
Aperture
1.20 
Min. aperture
1.20 
Min. focal length (exact)
50 mm
Max. Focal length (exact)
50 mm
Focal length
50 mm
Sensor compatibility
full size
Number of diaphragm blades
8 x
Filter thread
72 mm
Number of lenses
8
Number of lens groups
6
Lens equipment
Fixed front lensInternal focusingMetal bayonet
Optical zoom
1 x
Focus type
AutofocusManual focus
Durability
Weather resistant

Objective 2 properties

Min. aperture opening
f/1.2
Aperture
F1.2
Max. Focal length (exact)
0.05 m
Filter thread
0.07 m

Origin

Country of origin
Japan

Sustainability

Manufacturer commitment
SBTi

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Lens Hood ES-78 + Softcase LP-1214

Product dimensions

Weight
545 g
Length
65.50 mm
Diameter
85.40 mm

Package dimensions

Length
15.40 cm
Width
13.70 cm
Height
13.30 cm
Weight
897 g

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Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Canon
    0,3 %
  • 2.Nikon
    0,4 %
  • 2.Panasonic
    0,4 %
  • 2.Sony
    0,4 %
  • 5.OM System
    0,5 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 4.Sony
    6 days
  • 5.Nikon
    11 days
  • 6.Fujifilm
    12 days
  • 7.Tamron
    17 days
  • 8.Canon
    22 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Olympus
    4,3 %
  • 2.Canon
    4,8 %
  • 3.Fujifilm
    5,1 %
  • 3.Nikon
    5,1 %
  • 5.Sony
    5,4 %
Source: Galaxus

Overall ratingGood73/100
Very good89/100
Chip Foto Video digitalSingle testReleaseJuly 2012
  • Positivesehr lichtstarke Optik
  • PositiveUlltraschallmotor
  • Positivegute Auflösung
  • NegativeVerzeichnung und Farbsaum
  • Negativekein Bildstabilisator

Beim Canon EF 1,2/50 mm L USM handelt es sich um ein kompaktes Objektiv mit hoher Lichtstärke, einem Autofokus mit hoher Präzision und einer guten Auflösung. Leider wurde hier kein Stabilisator verbaut, wobei die Objektivgüte insgesamt nur mittelmäßig ist.

Satisfying57/100
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Color FotoSingle testReleaseJuly 2011

Es zeigt offen eine gute Bildmitte und bei Blende 2,8 eine solide Gesamtleistung für 450 Euro. Das Gleiche gilt für das noch etwas lichtstärkere Canon 1,2/50 mm L USM.