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Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM

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Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM

Focal length
50 mm
Aperture
f/1.2
Weight
580 g
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
45 cm
Length
66 mm
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At a Glance

With an f/1.2 maximum aperture, this standard prime for Canon EF full frame admits a lot of light. That allows short shutter times in dim conditions and very shallow depth of field. It is weather sealed, weighs 580 g and focuses down to 45 cm. It suits everyday shooting, street photography and low light.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Street
  • Low light

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
50 mm
Max. focal length
50 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.2
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.2
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
8
Groups
6
Weight
580 g (1.28 lb)
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
45 cm (17.72 in)
Max. magnification
1:6.7 (0.15×)
Length
66 mm (2.6 in)
Diameter
86 mm (3.39 in)
Released
January 2007

Manufacturer data: global.canon, canon-europe.com, usa.canon.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM fit?

The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM is a full-frame lens for Canon EF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon EF cameras its field of view equals 80 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon EF cameras

Full frame:
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III,Canon EOS 6D Mark II,Canon EOS-1D X Mark II,Canon EOS 5D Mark IV,Canon EOS 5Ds,Canon EOS 5Ds R,Canon EOS 5D Mark III,Canon EOS 6D,Canon EOS-1D C,Canon EOS-1D X,Canon EOS 5D Mark II
APS-C:
Canon EOS 850D (Rebel T8i),Canon EOS 90D,Canon EOS 250D (Rebel SL3),Canon EOS 4000D (3000D, Rebel T100),Canon EOS 2000D (1500D, Rebel T7),Canon EOS 800D (Rebel T7i),Canon EOS 77D,Canon EOS 200D (Rebel SL2),Canon EOS 80D,Canon EOS 1300D (Rebel T6),Canon EOS 750D (Rebel T6i),Canon EOS 760D (Rebel T6s),Canon EOS 7D Mark II,Canon EOS 1200D (Rebel T5),Canon EOS 70D,Canon EOS 700D (Rebel T5i),Canon EOS 100D (Rebel SL1),Canon EOS 650D (Rebel T4i),Canon EOS 60Da,Canon EOS 600D (Rebel T3i),Canon EOS 1100D (Rebel T3),Canon EOS 550D (Rebel T2i),Canon EOS 60D,Canon EOS 7D,Canon EOS 500D (Rebel T1i),Canon EOS 50D,Canon EOS 450D (Rebel XSi),Canon EOS 1000D (Rebel XS)

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R the lens can also be used on Canon RF cameras.

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS M the lens can also be used on Canon EF-M cameras.

Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon EF lenses.

LensCanon EF 50mm f/1.2L USMCanon EF 50mm F1.4 USMSigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM ArtSigma 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM
Focal length50 mm50 mm50 mm50 mm
Max. aperturef/1.2f/1.4f/1.4f/1.4
Weight580 g290 g815 g505 g
Filter diameter72 mm58 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance45 cm45 cm40 cm45 cm
Length66 mm50.5 mm100 mm68.2 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM: FAQ

Does the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM have autofocus?

Yes, the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM has autofocus.

Does the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM have image stabilization?

No, the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM weigh?

The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM weighs 580 g. It is 66 mm long with a diameter of 86 mm.

What filter size does the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM use?

The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM takes 72 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM is 45 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 80 mm in full-frame terms.

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