Canon TS-E 45mm lens vs Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8 is faster by 1.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Canon TS-E 45mm lens goes wider (45mm vs 50mm).
- Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8 reaches further (50mm vs 45mm).
| Spec | TS-E 45mm lens | YN 50mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Yongnuo |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 45mm (wider) | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 (faster) |
| Released | 1991 | n/a |
| Weight g | 645 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 72 | n/a |
| Length mm | 90.1 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 81.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.4 | n/a |
Canon TS-E 45mm lens
A 45mm f/2.8 standard prime lens, the Canon TS-E 45mm lens is designed for Canon EF mount bodies. A tilt-shift lens for perspective correction and selective focus, used in architecture and product photography.
Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8
Yongnuo YN 50mm f/1.8: a fast standard prime lens with a 50mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Canon EF mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.