Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 Lens – Metal Mount – Excellent Condition

Description
The original Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 is a classic standard prime lens featuring a fast f/1.8 aperture and solid metal mount construction. Known for its sharp optics and durable build, it delivers excellent low-light performance and smooth background blur. Compatible with all Canon EF-mount DSLRs, including full-frame and APS-C bodies, it remains a sought-after lens for collectors and photographers alike.

Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent
Glass clean and free from scratches or haze. Aperture blades snappy and oil-free. Focus ring smooth. Mount shows minimal wear. Barrel and markings intact. No fungus or internal dust.

Included

• Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 lens (original metal mount version)
• Front lens cap
• Rear lens cap

Collectors Notes
Released in 1987 as part of Canon’s first EF lens lineup, this version features a metal lens mount and distance scale window, distinguishing it from later plastic-bodied variants. Its optical formula remains unchanged across generations, but the build quality and rarity of this early model make it a prized piece for collectors. A true legacy lens from the dawn of Canon’s EOS system.

Key Features

• 50mm standard prime lens
• Fast f/1.8 aperture for low light and depth control
• Metal lens mount with distance scale
• Minimum focus distance: 0.45m
• Max magnification: 0.15×
• 5-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh
• Filter thread: 52mm
• Weight: approx. 190g
• Compatible with full-frame and APS-C EF-mount cameras

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