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Canon FD 50mm f/1.8
Canon · 1971-1990
Canon's everyman standard lens. Sharp, reliable, and extremely affordable. The perfect entry point to the FD system. Compact and light for everyday carry.
Known for
- General photography
- Street
- Travel
- Budget quality
Considerations
- 6 aperture blades
- Not as fast as f/1.4
Optical Characteristics
Sharpness (wide)4/5
Sharpness (stopped)5/5
Contrast4/5
Flare Resistance4/5
CA Control4/5
Vignetting Control3/5
Distortion Control4/5
Bokeh: Pleasant, smooth
Rendering: Sharp, clean
Color: Neutral
Versions
FD S.C. (breech-lock)
1971-1979
Chrome nose ring
Classic build
New FD
1979-1990
All-black, bayonet mount
Lighter, more affordable
The kit lens that shipped with millions of Canon cameras. Despite humble origins, optical quality is excellent. The most affordable Canon FD lens.
Common Issues
- Sticky aperture
- Focus ring wear
Buying Guide
Extremely common and affordable. Check aperture and focus. Great value for starting with FD system.
Specifications
MountCanon FD
Focal Length50mm
Max Aperturef/1.8
Min Aperturef/16
Aperture Blades6
Min Focus0.45m
Filter Size52mm
Weight170g
Optical Design
FormulaDouble Gauss
Elements6
Groups4
Coatingsc
Pricing
£15 - £40
Typical used price
Mint: ~£60
One of the cheapest vintage lenses
Adapts To
Sony EFujifilm XCanon RFMicro Four Thirds