Canon FL 58mm f/1.2 vs Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon FL 58mm f/1.2 is faster by 0.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.4), letting in more light.
- Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto goes wider (50mm vs 58mm).
- Canon FL 58mm f/1.2 reaches further (58mm vs 50mm).
| Spec | FL 58mm f/1.2 | 50mm f/1.4 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Vivitar |
| Mount | Canon FD | Canon FD |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 58mm | 50mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 (faster) | f/1.4 |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 5 | n/a |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 7 | n/a |
| Weight g | 410 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 58 | n/a |
| Length mm | 52.5 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 64.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.6 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.117 | n/a |
Canon FL 58mm f/1.2
The Canon FL 58mm f/1.2 is a fast manual-focus standard prime lens covering 58mm at f/1.2 for Canon FD mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto
The Vivitar 50mm f/1.4 Auto is a fast manual-focus standard prime lens covering 50mm at f/1.4 for Canon FD mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.