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Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM

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Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM

Focal length
50 mm
Aperture
f/1.4
Weight
580 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
40 cm
Length
99.3 mm
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At a Glance

This standard prime for Canon RF full frame offers 50 mm at f/1.4. It focuses down to 40 cm, reaching a magnification of 1:6.67. The lens weighs 580 g and has no stabilizer. Everyday shooting, street photography and low-light scenes are among its uses.

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
14
Groups
11
Weight
580 g (1.28 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
40 cm (15.75 in)
Max. magnification
1:6.7 (0.15×)
Length
99.3 mm (3.91 in)
Diameter
76.5 mm (3.01 in)
Released
December 2024

Manufacturer data: canon-europe.com

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

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Which cameras does the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM fit?

The Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM is a full-frame lens for Canon RF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon RF cameras its field of view equals 80 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon RF cameras

Full frame:
Canon EOS R8 Mark II,Canon EOS R6 V,Canon EOS R6 Mark III,Canon EOS C50,Canon EOS R1,Canon EOS R5 Mark II,Canon EOS C400,Canon EOS C80,Canon EOS R8,Canon EOS R6 Mark II,Canon EOS R5 C,Canon EOS R3,Canon EOS R5,Canon EOS R6,Canon EOS Ra,Canon EOS RP,Canon EOS R
APS-C:
Canon EOS R50 V,Canon EOS R100,Canon EOS R50,Canon EOS R7,Canon EOS R10,Canon EOS C70

Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM compared

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

LensCanon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCMCanon RF 50mm F1.2L USMCanon RF 50mm F1.8 STMYongnuo YN 50mm F1.8 DF DSM II
Focal length50 mm50 mm50 mm50 mm
Max. aperturef/1.4f/1.2f/1.8f/1.8
Weight580 g950 g160 g276 g
Filter diameter67 mm77 mm43 mm58 mm
Min. focus distance40 cm40 cm30 cm45 cm
Length99.3 mm108 mm40.5 mm77 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM: FAQ

Does the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM have autofocus?

Yes, the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM has autofocus.

Does the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM have image stabilization?

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

How much does the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM weigh?

The Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM weighs 580 g. It is 99.3 mm long with a diameter of 76.5 mm.

What filter size does the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM use?

The Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM is 40 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM a full-frame lens?

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

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