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Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM vs Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II

Both are Canon RF prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM if

  • You want autofocus (STM): the Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II is manual focus only
  • Our notes say it suits: Everyday photography, portraits, low-light shooting

Pick the Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II if

  • You need 2 stops more light for low light or background blur (f/0.95 vs f/1.8)
  • You care about the shape of out-of-focus highlights: 9 aperture blades vs 7

Spec differences

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Specifications that differ between the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM and the Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II
Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II
Brand
Canon
Brightin Star
Max aperture
f/1.8
f/0.95 2 stops faster
Weight
160 g
not listed
Length
40.5 mm
not listed
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
Aperture blades
7
9 more blades
Optical design
6 elements / 5 groups
10 elements / 9 groups
Autofocus motor
STM
Manual focus
Released
2020
not listed
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Canon RF both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
50mm both
Image stabilization
No 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

Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II

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