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    Canon FD 50mm f/1.4

    3.9
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.2
    Mechanical: 4.0
    Value: 3.3
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/1.4-16
    Mount
    Canon FD, FDn
    Weight
    370g
    Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.

    Physical characteristics

    With a lens filter diameter of 55 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. Weights 370 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. 49 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag.

    Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 32 months of tracked sales — pay around the $97.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $97.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $97.00
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $78.00

    Best deals

    1516 of 2997 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $97.00 fair value.

    • Jun 25, 2024$1.00$-96.00 / typical
    • Aug 11, 2024$6.00$-91.00 / typical
    • Aug 15, 2024$6.00$-91.00 / typical
    • Aug 31, 2024$6.00$-91.00 / typical
    • Oct 5, 2024$6.00$-91.00 / typical

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/1.4-16
    Min Focus Distance0.45m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight370g
    Length49mm
    Filter Thread55mm
    MountCanon FD, FDn
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Beatrice Giordano3.9/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Canon FD 50mm f/1.4

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Canon FD 50mm f/1.4?

    Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/16, for the Canon FD, FDn mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 370g.

    What mount is the Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 compatible with?

    Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 uses a Canon FD, FDn mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 a good lens?

    Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 has a community rating of 3.9/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Canon FD 50mm f/1.4?

    Similar lenses include Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 S.S.C., Canon FD 50mm f/1.8 S.C., Canon FD 50mm f/1.8.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.9
    Optical4.2/5
    Mechanical4.0/5
    Value3.3/5
    Bokeh4.0/5
    Usability4.0/5
    Based on 7 reviewers

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