Canon EF 50 mm f/1.8 vs Carl Zeiss Milvus 50 mm f/2M
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Best For | Portrait Street | Portrait |
Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.8-22 | f/2 |
| Aperture Blades | 5 | - |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.45 m | 0.24 m |
| Max. Magnification | 0.15x | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 190 g | 730 g |
| Length | 42.5 mm | 75.3 mm |
| Diameter | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 67 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 1987 | 2016 |
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Comparing Canon EF 50 mm f/1.8 (50 mm, f/1.8-22) and Carl Zeiss Milvus 50 mm f/2M (50 mm, f/2).
Canon EF 50 mm f/1.8 is the lightest at 190 g, Carl Zeiss Milvus 50 mm f/2M weighs 730 g.
Canon EF 50 mm f/1.8 offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.8-22, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Carl Zeiss Milvus 50 mm f/2M can focus closest at 0.24 m minimum focus distance.
Use the detailed comparison table below to see all specifications side-by-side and find the perfect lens for your photography needs.
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