With its impressive maximum aperture and superfast optical performance, the Canon EF 50 mm f/1.2 USM Standard Prime Lens is ideal for shooting the moment with impeccable depth-of-field control. Fast aperture This finely tuned lens features an incredible maximum aperture of f/1.2 that provides rapid shooting speed in low lit scenes. You have full control over the focus, allowing you to shoot with shallow depth of field that will creatively focus on the subject. The near circular aperture diaphragm produces softer focusing for a more uniform result. Subjects will be more prominent and stand out against the gorgeously soft background blur. Focusing Its ring-type ultrasonic motor ensures a fast autofocus performance in near silence. This consummate performer has been designed with excellent holding torque that drives accurate point of focus without overshooting. You can stay in full creative control thanks to the full manual override that lets you adjust the focus without leaving AF. The Canon EF 50 mm lens has a Super Spectra coating for precise colour reproduction and enhanced contrast. This special coating also helps to reduce image flare and ghosting. Flash metering The EF optics is able to pass the distance information back to an attached EOS E-TTL II external flash system for optimal flashing. A lens hood and soft case come equipped for safe lens storage. The precision-designed Canon EF 50 mm f/1.2 USM Standard Prime Lens combine greater performance with unbeatable handling.