Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 S.S.C. 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/1.4 S.S.C. is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | FD 50mm f/1.4 S.S.C. | 50mm f/1.8 Auto |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Vivitar |
| Mount | Canon FD | Canon FD |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/1.8 |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 6 | n/a |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 7 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 55 | n/a |
| Length mm | 49.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.45 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.145 | n/a |
Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 S.S.C.
A classic Canon FD standard lens from the S.S.C. coating era. It has a 55mm filter thread, focuses to 0.45m and has an aperture ring.
Pros
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Solid metal build
- Aperture ring for stop-down use
- Sharp when stopped down
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Needs an adapter on digital
- Flare without a hood
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.