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Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4

Canon EF Autofocus

Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4

Focal length
50 mm
Aperture
f/1.4
Weight
950 g
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
40 cm
Length
107.5 mm
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At a Glance

The Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 is a standard prime for Canon EF full-frame cameras. Its f/1.4 aperture allows short shutter times in low light and shallow depth of field. It is weather sealed and heavy at 950 g. Aspherical elements, an ultrasonic motor and internal focusing are built in. It focuses down to 40 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/1.4
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.4
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
15
Groups
9
Weight
950 g (2.09 lb)
Filter diameter
72 mm
Min. focus distance
40 cm (15.75 in)
Length
107.5 mm (4.23 in)
Diameter
80 mm (3.15 in)
Released
October 2018

Manufacturer data: tokinalens.com

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

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Which cameras does the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 fit?

The Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 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.

Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 compared

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

LensTokina Opera 50mm F1.4Canon 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/1.4f/1.4f/1.4f/1.4
Weight950 g290 g815 g505 g
Filter diameter72 mm58 mm77 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance40 cm45 cm40 cm45 cm
Length107.5 mm50.5 mm100 mm68.2 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4: FAQ

Does the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 have autofocus?

Yes, the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 has autofocus.

Does the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 have image stabilization?

No, the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 weigh?

The Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 weighs 950 g. It is 107.5 mm long with a diameter of 80 mm.

What filter size does the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 use?

The Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 takes 72 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 is 40 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 80 mm in full-frame terms.

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