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    Canon EFCanon EF-S
    Prime
    Full frame

    Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

    3.9
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.0
    Mechanical: 3.4
    Value: 4.1
    Focal Length
    50mm
    Aperture
    f/1.4-22
    Mount
    Canon EF, Canon EF-S
    Weight
    290g
    Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM is a auto focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Ultrasonic motor converts ultrasonic vibration energy into rotational force to move the lens. this is the currently the fastest focusing motor in the canon range,

    Physical characteristics

    50 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 290 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 58 mm commonly filter size, offers a wide range of filter options.

    Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 37 months of tracked sales — pay around the $222.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $222.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $281.75
    All-time low
    $12.00
    Latest sale
    $294.00

    Best deals

    1589 of 3138 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $222.00 fair value.

    • Oct 15, 2024$12.00$-210.00 / typical
    • Oct 15, 2024$13.00$-209.00 / typical
    • Jul 8, 2025$14.00$-208.00 / typical
    • Feb 13, 2025$15.00$-207.00 / typical
    • Mar 14, 2025$15.00$-207.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length50mm
    Aperturef/1.4-22
    Min Focus Distance0.45m
    FocusingAuto Focus
    Physical
    Weight290g
    Length50.5mm
    Filter Thread58mm
    MountCanon EF, Canon EF-S
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Beatrice Barbieri3.9/5

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM?

    Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.4/22, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 290g.

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

    Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-S mount and supports the Full frame format.

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

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM typically sells for around $12.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

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

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

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

    Similar lenses include Canon CN-E 50mm T/ 1.3 L F, Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM, Canon TS-E 50mm f/2.8 L Macro.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.9
    Optical4.0/5
    Mechanical3.4/5
    Value4.1/5
    Bokeh3.8/5
    Usability4.2/5
    Based on 23 reviewers

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