Thom's Commentary: I'm not a fan of 50mm macro, as the working distance is too constrained. Nevertheless, this is a solid lens that can go closer when you need it to. It's modest size also makes it work as a telephoto lens on the DX cameras, too. The more I use it, the more I like it, which is a good sign with a lens. While I don't give it a specific recommendation, that's mostly because of the focal length for macro, not because of the optics. Read Thom's review of the 50mm f/2.8 MC lens
- Coverage: full frame (FX)
- Build: Consumer line
- Optic design:
- 10 elements in 7 groups
- 1 aspherical, 1 ED elements
- Flourine coating
- Field of view: 47° diagonal (FX)
- Stabilization: none (can use sensor-VR)
- Aperture:
- f/2.8 to f/22
- 9-blade rounded diaphragm
- Focus:
- autofocus, internal focus
- stepping motor
- 6" (0.16m) minimum focus
- 1:1 maximum magnification ratio
- A/M switch
- Filter: 46mm front filter ring (also has 62mm filter ring, but not for filters due to lens focus extension)
- Lens hood: supplied HN-41
- Size and Weight:
- 3" (74.5mm) long
- 2.6" (66mm) diameter
- 9.2 ounces (260g)
- Other: Range limiter switch, supports ES-2 accessory
- Model number: 20103
- Price: US$650
- Announced: June 3, 2021
Thom's Review of the 50mm f/2.8 MC lens
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