Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM vs Viltrox 50mm f/1.8
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Viltrox
50mm f/1.8
Verdict at a glance
- Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM | 50mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Viltrox |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/1.8 |
| Released | 2024 | n/a |
| Blades | 11 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 11 | n/a |
| Af motor | VCM | n/a |
| Elements | 14 | n/a |
| Weight g | 580.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 67 | n/a |
| Length mm | 99.3 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 76.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.4 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.15 | n/a |
Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM
The RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM is a fast standard prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a voice coil motor and L-series build. Smaller than the RF 50mm F1.2.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- VCM focusing
- L-series build
- Lighter than the F1.2 (580 g)
Cons
- No lens-based stabilization
- Less bright than f/1.2
Viltrox 50mm f/1.8
A 50mm f/1.8 fast standard prime lens, the Viltrox 50mm f/1.8 is designed for Canon RF mount bodies. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.