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Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM

The Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM was the lens that launched the RF system and immediately demonstrated the optical advantages of Canon's large-diameter RF mount. Exceptionally sharp wide open, with silky smooth L-series bokeh and fast, quiet Nano USM AF. A landmark lens that defines the RF system's ambition.

GearFrame's Take

The lens that proved the RF mount's potential — f/1.2 sharpness and bokeh in an L-series build.

Starting from
£2399 new
Average price across retailers: ~£2424
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Clifton Cameras
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£2399
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Wex Photo Video
£2449
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£2060
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Core
Released
2018
Aperture
Canon RF mount (full-frame)
Compatible Mount
77mm filter thread
Dimensions
89.8mm diameter × 108mm length
Weight
950g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
Dual Nano USM — fast, precise, and near-silent
Optical IS
None (relies on IBIS)
Min. Focus Distance
N/A — lens

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre
Portrait
9.0
Wedding
9.0
Low Light
9.0
Great For
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Portrait The RF portrait standard at 50mm. Subject isolation at f/1.2 is extraordinary.
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Wedding f/1.2 handles dark venues. The 50mm perspective covers ceremony to reception naturally.
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Low Light f/1.2 combined with Canon IBIS makes this an exceptional low-light performer.
⚠️ Not Ideal For

No significant limitations identified — this is a versatile camera without obvious weak spots for most shooters.

📝 How suitability scores are calculated Scores reflect the aggregated consensus from verified purchaser reviews across tracked UK retailers, weighted by photography genre tags applied by reviewers. This is community opinion — not GearFrame editorial assessment. See our full methodology →
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