Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM vs Viltrox 50mm f/1.8
Both are Canon RF prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM if
- Our notes say it suits: Everyday photography, portraits, low-light shooting
Pick the Viltrox 50mm f/1.8 if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
13 differences| Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM | Viltrox 50mm f/1.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Canon
|
Viltrox
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
|
| Weight |
160 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
40.5 mm
|
not listed
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| Diameter |
69.2 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
43 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.3 m
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
0.25×
|
not listed
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| Aperture blades |
7
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not listed
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| Optical design |
6 elements / 5 groups
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not listed
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| Autofocus motor |
STM
|
not listed
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| Image stabilization |
No
|
not listed
|
| Released |
2020
|
not listed
|
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, max aperture. Show all
- Mount
- Canon RF both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 50mm both
- Max aperture
- f/1.8 both
Our notes
Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM
A light normal prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a stepping motor, often seen as the RF 'nifty fifty'.
Pros
- Light and compact (160 g)
- f/1.8 aperture
- Quiet STM focus
- Close focus 0.3 m
Cons
- No image stabilization
- Softer wide open
Our notes
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.
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