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50mm 1.2 EF to RF or wait something like 50 1.4/1.8 with IS?

Started Jan 5, 2020 | Polls thread
Steve W Veteran Member • Posts: 6,998
Re: 50mm 1.2 EF to RF or wait something like 50 1.4/1.8 with IS?

Yana2 wrote:

Steve W wrote:

I had the EF 50/1.2L but finally let it go when I move to Sony. I am now also shooting an EOS R and would love a 50mm that is a little more reasonable in cost. I did get the F 35/1.8 IS but while it is fairly priced for what they offer I would really like to see the a 50mm that is of better quality and would be willing to pay more for it. The noise and behavior of the STM focus system I have seen on the RF 35 make me want a better quality implementation like I have seen in some of the Sony lenses. An example of that is a $1400 GM 24/1.4. I've got to believe Canon could make a very good 50mm for less than that. Sure its would not be a f/1.2 but I don't need that but don't want to by a 50 built like the 35/1.8.

I want a 50 like RF35 with IS, light weight, small.

Of course this just my opinion and only applies to me.

The size and weight of the RF 35 are nice, I agree, but willing to take on some added weight for improved build quality. That is always a trade-off.  The Sony 35/1.8 is 20 grams lighter but there is no IS.  The Fujifilm XF 23/1.4 is only 300 grams and is definitely built better but about twice as much. The Batis 40mm for FE mount is only 360 grams.

Cost for the RF 35 is great for what it is though.

Wonder if Canon will consider building a new RF f1.8 for 85mm?

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