Canon EF 24mm F1.4L II USM vs Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM is faster by 0.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.4), letting in more light.
- Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM is lighter by 60g.
- Canon EF 24mm F1.4L II USM goes wider (24mm vs 50mm).
- Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM reaches further (50mm vs 24mm).
- Canon EF 24mm F1.4L II USM is the newer design (2008 vs 2007).
| Spec | EF 24mm F1.4L II USM | EF 50mm F1.2L USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 24mm (wider) | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 (faster) |
| Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Blades | 8 | 8 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 10 | 6 |
| Af motor | USM | USM |
| Elements | 13 | 8 |
| Weight g | 650.0 | 590.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 77 | 72 |
| Length mm | 86.9 | 65.5 |
| Diameter mm | 83.5 | 85.8 |
| Min focus m | 0.25 (closer focusing) | 0.45 |
| Max magnification | 0.17 | 0.15 |
Canon EF 24mm F1.4L II USM
The EF 24mm F1.4L II USM is a fast wide-angle prime for full-frame Canon bodies with weather sealing and improved optics over the original. Used for astro, interiors and environmental portraits.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Weather-sealed
- Gathers plenty of light for night skies
- Compact for an f/1.4 24mm
Cons
- Coma at the edges for astro use
- No stabilization
- Large front element
Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM
Canon's f/1.2 standard prime from the L line, with dust and moisture resistance and a ring USM motor. Built for shallow depth of field and low light on full-frame bodies.
Pros
- f/1.2 maximum aperture
- L-series dust and moisture resistance
- Strong subject separation
- Ring USM with manual override
Cons
- Large and heavy for a 50mm
- Soft toward the edges wide open