Yongnuo EF YN 50mm f/1.8 II Canon
Yongnuo EF YN 50mm f/1.8 II Canon | A bright prime for portraits and street scenes
Without a dedicated prime, it’s easy to let a zoom decide your framing for you. The Yongnuo EF YN 50mm f/1.8 II gives Canon EF photographers a fixed standard view and a bright maximum aperture, making it a straightforward lens for portraits, street photography and travel. Its 50mm focal length suits everyday scenes as well as closer portraits, while the f/1.8 aperture lets you work with less light or soften the background behind your subject. As a prime, it won’t zoom: you’ll adjust your framing by moving closer or farther away. That can be a welcome nudge to pay attention to your position, though it’s less convenient when you can’t change where you’re standing. If you want a dedicated lens for people and everyday moments, this Yongnuo offers a clear, simple way to get started.
Specialist Note
“Is the Yongnuo EF YN 50mm f/1.8 II a good first prime?” Yes, especially if portraits are high on your list. At f/1.8, you can open the aperture for a softer background and to gather more light; for a head-and-shoulders portrait, give yourself room to frame the person rather than moving right up close. The 50mm view also works well for travel details and street scenes. On a Canon APS-C (EF-S) body, it frames like an 80mm lens, which is particularly handy for tighter portraits. Its fixed focal length is the trade-off: you’ll need to step back or forward to reframe, so it’s less flexible in cramped spaces.
Technical Specifications
- Product kind: Interchangeable lens
- Lens type: Standard Prime
- Focal length: 50mm
- Maximum aperture: f/1.8
- Mount: Canon EF
Yongnuo EF YN 50mm f/1.8 II Canon is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
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Warranty & Returns
Warranty & Returns
Warranty & Returns Info
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Yongnuo EF YN 50mm f/1.8 II Canon is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Condition
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Lens mountCanon EF
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Focal length50
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Aperture1.8
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Warranty
New Equipment: 2 year warranty.
Used Equipment: 6 month warranty.
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