YONGNUO 50mm F1.8 AF Lens for Canon EF vs Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens (International) 50mm portrait fast lens
Overall winner: Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens (International) 50mm portrait fast lens
Key Differences
Canon (B00XKSBMQA) is the international version of the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM with a stepping motor for near-silent AF, a wide f/1.8 aperture and stronger user ratings; YONGNUO (B00QEXM4YC) offers the same aperture and manual/auto modes and compatibility with full-frame and APS-C but reports slower, noisier autofocus and mixed edge sharpness. Choose Canon if you prioritize quieter, more reliable AF and higher user review scores; choose YONGNUO if you want a lower-tier price point for similar focal length and aperture but can accept trade-offs in AF noise and frame-edge sharpness
YONGNUO 50mm F1.8 AF Lens for Canon EF
Compact 50mm lens with F1.8 aperture for Canon EF cameras, offering auto and manual focus. Users note crisp photos with blurred backgrounds and good value for money, with mixed views on sharpness and autofocus noise
Pros
- large F1.8 aperture
- auto and manual focus modes
- works with full-frame and APS-C
- good value for money
Cons
- mixed sharpness across images
- autofocus can be slow
- loud focusing motor
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens (International) 50mm portrait fast lens
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens with compact design and near-silent stepping motor. Great for portraits, low-light, and close-ups; customers note its blur and focus distance benefits
Pros
- compact and lightweight design
- stepping motor for near silent AF
- wide f/1.8 aperture for low-light/blurred backgrounds
- good value for money
Cons
- no warranty note
- international version may lack local support
- limited focusing distance noted by customers
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Canon |
| Durability | Canon |
| Versatility | Canon |
| User Reviews | Canon |