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📸 Elevate your frame with the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 — where pro-level clarity meets effortless style.
The Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM is a lightweight, standard prime lens designed for Canon RF-mount mirrorless cameras. Featuring a bright f/1.8 aperture for exceptional low-light performance and beautiful background blur, it uses a quiet stepping motor for smooth autofocus. Compact and weighing only 159 grams, it offers versatile shooting with a 50mm focal length and comes with a 2-year manufacturer warranty.





| ASIN | B08MFVH7SV |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,561 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #2 in Mirorless Camera Lenses |
| Box Contents | Lens and Accessories |
| Brand | Canon |
| Brand Name | Canon |
| Camera Lens | 50 millimeters |
| Camera Lens Description | 50 millimeters |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Camera Models | Canon RF-mount mirrorless digital cameras |
| Compatible Devices | EOS R series |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 5,017 Reviews |
| Exposure Control Type | Automatic, Manual |
| Fixed Focal Length | 50 Millimetres |
| Focal Length Description | 50MM F1.8 |
| Focus Type | Auto Focus |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00013803338744 |
| Image Stabilization Type | Digital |
| Importer Contact Information | Canon India Pvt Ltd |
| Item Highlight | Mirrorless Fixed Focal Length Lens, Compact, Lightweight Design, Portraits, Landscapes, Photography |
| Item Type Name | Lens |
| Item Weight Unit of Measure | 0.35 Pounds |
| Lens | Standard |
| Lens Coating Description | Super Spectra Coating |
| Lens Colour | Black |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Lens Type | Standard |
| Light Sensitivity | High |
| Manufacturer | Canon, Canon India Pvt Ltd |
| Manufacturer Contact Information | Canon India Pvt Ltd |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 4515C002 |
| Maximum Aperture | 50 Millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length | 50 Millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length Unit of Measure | 50 Millimeters |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds |
| Media Type | ProductImage |
| Minimum Aperture | 50 Millimeters |
| Minimum Focal Length | 50 Millimeters |
| Model Name | CNRF50F18STM |
| Model Number | 4515C002 |
| Model Series | EOS R |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 5 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Packer Contact Information | Canon India Pvt Ltd |
| Photo Filter Size | 43 Millimeters |
| Real Angle Of View | 46 Degrees |
| Screen Size Unit of Measure | 7 Inches |
| Shooting Modes | Automatic, Manual |
| UPC | 013803338744 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic viewfinder |
| Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Zoom Ratio | 1:1 |
A**I
Amazing Value for Money – Must Buy!
Absolutely love this lens! The Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 is a must-have for anyone using a Canon mirrorless camera. The image quality is excellent for the price, and the background blur (bokeh) it produces is beautiful, especially for portraits. It performs really well in low light thanks to the f/1.8 aperture, which is a big upgrade from the kit lens. The lens is also very lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry everywhere. Autofocus is quick and accurate, especially for face and eye detection. Overall, this lens offers incredible value for money and is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Highly recommended!
T**M
Perfect bokeh lens
Budget friendly Prime lens from canon. If u need professional type blur background of ur pictures then go for it. I use it in my canon R10 without any issue. it's auto focusing is on point. build quality is perfect. And oh my god! that Bokeh effect!!!!! just speechless.
N**I
Good
I purchased this lens because I wasn't fully satisfied with the image quality of the Canon EOS R50 kit lens. The difference is immediately noticeable—the photos are much sharper, the background blur is beautiful, and low-light performance is excellent. It works perfectly with my Canon EOS R50, and the autofocus is fast, smooth, and quiet. If you're looking to upgrade from the kit lens, this is an excellent choice and definitely worth the investment.
K**R
Excellent value Honestly !!!
Honest review - This first lens everyone should buy before any other lens who wants to upgrade from a kit, excellent Lo light performance is better, image quality is also good , very lightweight very good auto focus, colours are very good and accurate compared to kit lens, contrast is better Sharp when you nailed the focus manual focus is better compared to kit lens Overall VALUE for money product for RF mount
P**R
Must buy lens, no matter which level of proficiency you have in photography.
Usually I don't write reviews but this particular product forced me to do so, and the reason was quality of this lens Canon came up with. Must buy lens!!
A**P
Awesome nifty50
Works like charm, the Bokeh is too good
U**.
Must buy
Great for low light and it’s compact so no hustle while carrying
T**E
Best lens first
Good for beginner capture sharp images I think it's good.
M**H
This is a lens with superpowers!
Shockingly, it is one of the best items I ever bought. Although influencers on the social media always praise this lens, it really surprised me. The potential you get of basically just using this lens is crazy. It offers an amazing 1.8 aperture which performs incredibly good even at low light scenarios. Even the build material that is used just feels reliable and sturdy that just make you feel safe when having the lens attached or even detached I consider this product as PERFECT in price, performance, size, weight, and build material. If you want to upgrade your photography level this is a big jump despite the low price compared to the performance, I heavily recommend this lens.
R**R
Disappointed.
Chromatic aberration, and not the smallest of lenses.
J**Y
great lense
J**P
Nifty50
I picked up this lens a few weeks ago, and I’m blown away by how much quality you get for such a compact, affordable piece of gear. It’s lightweight, easy to carry, and works beautifully with my Canon mirrorless camera. The image quality is excellent — sharp in the center, lovely color rendering, and that f/1.8 aperture gives a smooth, creamy background blur perfect for portraits and low-light shots. For true sharpness of the lens, shoot at f/2.8-4. Autofocus is quick and accurate, though you can hear a faint noise if you’re recording video. The build feels solid for the price, even if it’s not weather-sealed. Overall, this lens is an amazing value. It’s a great addition to any kit, especially if you’re just starting out or want a versatile prime without spending a fortune. Highly recommended!
F**O
Un 50mm muy recomendable para RF
Llevaba tiempo buscando un objetivo fijo y el Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM me ha parecido una opción muy equilibrada. Es compacto y ligero, por lo que resulta cómodo para llevarlo montado en la cámara durante bastante tiempo sin que el conjunto se haga pesado. La focal de 50 mm me resulta muy versátil, especialmente para retratos, fotografía cotidiana y situaciones en las que quieres conseguir un encuadre más natural que con un gran angular. Además, la apertura f/1.8 permite trabajar con poca luz y conseguir un desenfoque de fondo bastante atractivo en los retratos. El enfoque STM funciona de forma suave y silenciosa, algo que se agradece también al grabar vídeo. No es un objetivo especialmente grande ni aparatoso y cumple muy bien para el uso que buscaba. En general, estoy bastante satisfecho con la compra. Si buscas un fijo luminoso, ligero y relativamente asequible para una cámara Canon RF, me parece una muy buena opción.
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