# Canon EF 50mm F/1.8 STM > Canon EF 50mm F/1.8 STM: Excels in low-light environments and gives you precise control. Genuine stock in Egypt, priced in EGP, delivered nationwide. URL: https://camerashop.com.eg/product/canon-ef-50mm-f-1-8-stm/ Language: en Availability: out of stock SKU: 2161 Price: 8500 EGP Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM prime lens with near-silent STM autofocus, Super Spectra coating, and a bright f/1.8 aperture for stunning low-light and bokeh performance. The **Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM** is the quintessential prime lens for Canon EF-mount photographers seeking sharp, versatile performance in a compact, lightweight body. Designed for full-frame DSLRs and equally capable on APS-C cameras — where it delivers an 80mm equivalent — this lens pairs a bright **f/1.8 maximum aperture** with Canon’s Super Spectra coating to produce images with stunning contrast, rich color accuracy, and beautiful subject separation in virtually any lighting condition. Powered by Canon’s whisper-quiet **STM stepping autofocus motor**, the EF 50mm f/1.8 STM locks onto subjects swiftly and silently, making it an ideal companion for both stills and video. The elegantly rounded 7-blade diaphragm renders buttery, pleasing bokeh that elevates portraits, street photography, and everyday creative shooting — all backed by a durable metal lens mount built to last. ### Key features - **Bright f/1.8 Maximum Aperture:** Excels in low-light environments and gives you precise control over depth of field for stunning subject isolation and creamy background blur. - **Super Spectra Coating:** Applied to individual elements to dramatically reduce ghosting and lens flare, preserving high contrast and true-to-life color even in harsh backlit conditions. - **STM Stepping AF Motor:** Delivers fast, smooth, and near-silent autofocus — perfect for video recording and quiet shooting environments — with full-time manual focus override always at your fingertips. - **Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm:** Produces aesthetically pleasing, circular bokeh that enhances selective focus techniques and gives images a professional, polished look. - **Full-Frame & APS-C Compatible:** Optimised for Canon full-frame EF-mount DSLRs, but works seamlessly on APS-C bodies as an 80mm equivalent short telephoto — ideal for portraits. - **Durable Metal Lens Mount & Compact Design:** The redesigned body features a robust metal mount for long-term reliability while maintaining a slim, lightweight profile that travels effortlessly. ### Specifications Mount Canon EF Format Compatibility Full-Frame & APS-C (80mm equivalent on APS-C) Focal Length 50mm Maximum Aperture f/1.8 Aperture Range f/1.8 to f/22 Autofocus Motor STM Stepping Motor with Full-Time Manual Override Diaphragm Blades 7 (Rounded) Coating Super Spectra Coating Lens Mount Material Metal ### Frequently asked questions **Is the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM compatible with APS-C Canon cameras?** Yes. Although optimised for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs, the lens works perfectly on APS-C sensor cameras such as the Canon Rebel and 90D series, where the crop factor gives it an effective focal length of approximately 80mm — great for portraits. **How quiet is the autofocus on the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM?** The lens uses Canon’s STM (Stepping Motor) technology, which provides near-silent, smooth autofocus operation. This makes it especially well-suited for video recording where noisy AF motors would otherwise be picked up by the camera’s microphone. **What makes the f/1.8 aperture beneficial for everyday photography?** The wide f/1.8 maximum aperture allows significantly more light to reach the sensor compared to kit lenses, enabling sharp handheld shots in low-light situations. It also gives you the ability to create a shallow depth of field, isolating your subject against a smoothly blurred background — a look enhanced further by the lens’s rounded 7-blade diaphragm.