Bright f/1.4 maximum aperture for excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field.

Classic 50 mm focal length offers a natural “nifty fifty” perspective perfect for portraits, street, and everyday shooting.

Hybrid autofocus with Voice Coil Motor (VCM) + Nano USM — fast, smooth, and virtually silent focusing for stills and video.

Advanced optical design with UD and aspherical elements reduces aberrations and enhances sharpness and clarity.

Air Sphere Coating (ASC) cuts ghosting and flare for higher contrast, even in backlit conditions.

11-blade circular diaphragm creates pleasing, creamy bokeh for artistic background separation.

Focus breathing suppression maintains stable framing during focus pulls — ideal for filmmakers.

Minimum focus distance of 0.4 m and 0.15× magnification lets you get close to your subject with beautiful detail.

Intuitive control with iris ring, control ring, and function button puts creative adjustments at your fingertips.

L-series build quality with dust- and moisture-resistance for durable performance in challenging conditions.