Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II 35mm Primes
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II 35mm Primes
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[Aug 13, 2001]
Liam O
Intermediate
Strength:
D*** cheap, very sharp WEHN YOU GET A GOOD ONE
Weakness:
Some come with spots inside the lens, build quality varies I work in a Camera Store, so we get a number of these lenses passing though. When its quiet, we play with various camera combinations. This lens is somewhat of an enigma. Ive seem some absolutely brilliant shots from some of them, and some of them arent worth the glass inside them. Customer Service Canon Australia are the best photographic company to deal with BAR NONE. Similar Products Used: Canon 50mm 1.4 |
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[Aug 16, 2001]
Eddie L.
Intermediate
Strength:
*very sharp
Weakness:
*build quality This lens produced some fantastic pictures with my elan 7e. At this price I really can't ask for more than what I get with this lens. what really surprised me was the build quality of the lens. as most of the previous reviews have mentioned, this thing looks fragile and feels fragile. but when I dropped it on a hard concrete surface it unexpectedly survived. there were and dents and dings and even some weird noises when I shake it but optically it's still sharp as ever. I wouldn't dare to say it can survive another drop though. This lens is not usm but it does focus pretty fast so I don't have any complaint in that regard. If you are a budget-minded user, get this lens. heck, even if you aren't, still, go get one the keep it in your bag. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Dec 05, 1999]
Greg Drzazgowski
Casual
Model Reviewed:
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
Strength:
It's very small, very light, and very, very inexpensive. (under $100)
Weakness:
I'm afraid that one day the cheap plastic construction will cause it to just fall apart. But then, for the such a low price, I'll just get another. (The first disposable lens?) If you want to make your camera ligher and still retain super sharp image quality than this is it. Great to use on hikes or long trips so that that camera hanging off your neck or shoulder doesn't cause too much pain. GREAT LENS! Similar Products Used: None |
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[Dec 04, 1999]
Shawn Dougherty
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
Strength:
This is a cheap yet fast and sharp lens.
Weakness:
Everthing is plastic but the glass elements. The 50mm 1.8 is an exceptional value. The focusing ring is a bit small but i won't complain given the price. Customer Service I haven't need any...I don't think it would be worth fixing. I would buy a new one. Similar Products Used: 50mm 1.4 |
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[Dec 02, 1999]
Chieh Cheng
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
Strength:
It's small and light. Plus it is inexpensive.
Weakness:
Too many mechanical parts, seems easy to fail. Doen't focus close enough to my taste. Good for value. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Nov 18, 1999]
Michael Cutri
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
Strength:
very light
Weakness:
small manual focus ring Great value lightweight 50mm lens Similar Products Used: None |
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[Nov 06, 1999]
Michael K
Model Reviewed:
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
Strength:
sharp, light weight. good in low light.
Weakness:
Poor quality micro-motor driven AF. Simple, unsophisticated but it cant be beaten in terms of value for money. Customer Service not worth fixing Similar Products Used: EF 50mm 1.4 |
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[Oct 27, 1999]
Sarah Lattuca
Casual
Model Reviewed:
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
Strength:
Optically hight quality, light and fast.
Weakness:
None It isn't solid built. But it is a lens, not a hammer. If you treat it as an optical item, it produces great pitcures. Customer Service Don't need. If it goes wrong, I will replace it with new one. It's cheap. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Oct 17, 1999]
Jens Baumann
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
Strength:
cheap, ultra-sharp, lightweight,no distortion at all, fast
Weakness:
one word: plastic Your standard 50mm lens. Does what you expect it to do, it's worth every cent. Everybody should have one, its low weight makes it perfect for always being carried around, as opposed to those big&heavy zoom lenses. Customer Service not used yet Similar Products Used: None |
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[Sep 28, 1999]
Sriram
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
EF 50mm f/1.8 II
Strength:
A very sharp and fast lens for its price. It's small, light and cheap.
Weakness:
None, though I'm not pleased with the plastic lens mount and the overall plasticky feel. Great value for money. Very handy in low light situations. Customer Service Never needed any Similar Products Used: Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM. |