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Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens

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Various Retailers have Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens (0570C005AA) for $99. Shipping is free or choose store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member revoc for finding this deal.

Note: Pickup availability will vary by location.

Available Retailers:Item details:
  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
  • Super Spectra Coating
  • STM Stepping AF Motor
  • Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm
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Also available directly from Canon USA at the same price, with free standard shipping.
https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/...k&type=New

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rufwork
01-30-2023 at 02:24 PM.
01-30-2023 at 02:24 PM.
"full-time manual focusing"

Kinda wondered. I get the arguments that there are uses where a manual is fine, and I have a few of each, but the bottom line is that between AF and manual, only one can do both.

Still, looks like a fun lens for $99.
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hbasavar
01-30-2023 at 02:32 PM.
01-30-2023 at 02:32 PM.
Excellent Nifty-fifty lens... No difference in image quality between STM and non-STM except quieter operations. Canon refurbs are good as new
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GrandmasterBBC
01-30-2023 at 02:39 PM.
01-30-2023 at 02:39 PM.
Just to add my two cents, I would agree with several other comments. First of all, if you have any Canon EF or EF-S camera, and only own the kit lens and maybe the cheap tele zoom, This should absolutely be the next lens you buy. It is an all-around good performer and will serve most people as a very good portrait lens.
And I also agree wholeheartedly that the STM lens is far superior to the older models. Optically I think they are all pretty much identical, but every other aspect of this lens is better. Silent, more accurate and quicker focus are the main things. The older versions are so incredibly loud when they focus.
So yeah, for 100 bucks it's a must have.
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thievedrelic
01-30-2023 at 02:56 PM.
01-30-2023 at 02:56 PM.
Quote from Isabel_Ringing :
Also available directly from Canon USA at the same price, with free standard shipping.
https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/...k&type=New [canon.com]
Refurb also available even cheaper.
https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/...-f-1-8-stm
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hkimb
01-30-2023 at 03:53 PM.
01-30-2023 at 03:53 PM.
Works with a canon eos rebel t6?
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NSXMK3
01-30-2023 at 03:53 PM.
01-30-2023 at 03:53 PM.
Amazon delivered mine about an hour and a half after ordering!

Can't wait to try this out - I was holding out for the Sigma 50mm but at this price it's too hard to pass on. Also grabbed a 3rd party hood for a few bucks.

Even if image quality is the same as the older 50 1.8, the silent motor should make a huge difference and the image quality was very nice as is.

I've never had any issues with the canon refurbs either (I almost prefer them as they're tested!) But at $99 and same day delivery for a new one? Easy purchase.

Thanks OP!
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Geburtenfresser
01-30-2023 at 05:11 PM.
01-30-2023 at 05:11 PM.
Amazing they still make these..
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Isabel_Ringing
01-30-2023 at 06:38 PM.
01-30-2023 at 06:38 PM.
Quote from hkimb :
Works with a canon eos rebel t6?
Yes, the EF series lenses fit all Canon EOS bodies

Natively fits:

Full frame EOS DSLR (and SLR)
APS-C EOS DSLR cameras

Via adapter:

EOS M-series (adapter EF-EOS-M)
EOS R-series (adapter EF-EOS R)

Mount mark = Red dot

EF-S series lenses natively fit APS-C EOS DSLR cameras, so your T6 will take both series
Mount mark = White square

H/T eos-magazine com
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gadgetzilla
01-30-2023 at 07:52 PM.
01-30-2023 at 07:52 PM.
I have limited knowledge about photography.

My canon kit came with three variable lenses. This looks like a good general purpose lens.

Can anyone advise if it would be worth it if I was to get the 1.4 version instead of 1.8?

From what I understand it has to do with how much light it lets in.

The question is, does the x4 price justifies the higher cost and would be recommended for an occasional photographer?
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LordHypnos
01-30-2023 at 08:42 PM.
01-30-2023 at 08:42 PM.
Quote from gadgetzilla :
I have limited knowledge about photography.

My canon kit came with three variable lenses. This looks like a good general purpose lens.

Can anyone advise if it would be worth it if I was to get the 1.4 version instead of 1.8?

From what I understand it has to do with how much light it lets in.

The question is, does the x4 price justifies the higher cost and would be recommended for an occasional photographer?
Get the 1.8
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robteee
01-30-2023 at 08:58 PM.
01-30-2023 at 08:58 PM.
This lens is just okay. It's not sharp until you drop it to f4 so don't expect to get very clear images wide open. A better option is the 50 2.5 macro
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LunchboxBen
01-30-2023 at 09:39 PM.
01-30-2023 at 09:39 PM.
I bought the 40mm and never really pull this out anymore. It's better in tight rooms and I love the way the background looks. Crisp foreground and a nice blur in the background. Great intro lens, but upgrade if you can afford it.
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01-30-2023 at 10:55 PM.
01-30-2023 at 10:55 PM.
Quote from LunchboxBen :
I bought the 40mm and never really pull this out anymore. It's better in tight rooms and I love the way the background looks. Crisp foreground and a nice blur in the background. Great intro lens, but upgrade if you can afford it.

I think it's good to have a variety of them for different situations -- I sold my older 50mm a while back and got the 35mm sigma, 85mm sigma and the 135mm canon. Absolutely love the all, but sometimes 35 (or even 40) is a bit too wide and it's nice to have a 50.

The 40 and 50 do work in similar situations though. On a crop sensor camera, the 50 was often a bit too much but on a full frame I prefer it.
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MikeJawesome
01-31-2023 at 04:48 AM.
01-31-2023 at 04:48 AM.
These have metal mounts now?
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gerrydavid79
01-31-2023 at 05:09 AM.
01-31-2023 at 05:09 AM.
Quote from acbharath14 :
cheapest and best portrait prime lens. In fact the only prime lens that I own, but cheaper than all other lenses in my kit.
Don't know about best portrait lens, generally longer gives more flattering portraits due to the compression, but that's a subjective thing.

For those on a budget primes are the way to go, 50mm and 85mm are a great combo, 135mm for those that can justify the $1k.

I prefer the 50mm f1.4, great bokeh, but also 3x the price.
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