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Canon FD 50mm f/1.2 L vs Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto

Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.

Verdict at a glance

  • Canon FD 50mm f/1.2 L is faster by 1.2 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
Specification comparison
Spec FD 50mm f/1.2 L 50mm f/1.8 Auto
Brand Canon Vivitar
Mount Canon FD Canon FD
Type Prime Prime
Focal length 50mm 50mm
Max aperture f/1.2 (faster) f/1.8

Canon FD 50mm f/1.2 L

This 50mm f/1.2 fast manual-focus standard prime lens from Canon fits Canon FD mount cameras, from the Canon L series. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto

Vivitar 50mm f/1.8 Auto: a fast manual-focus standard prime lens with a 50mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Canon FD mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

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