New version of the "nifty fifty" lens with metal mount, STM focusing motor and 7-blade aperture.
$145 pick up in store or add $9.95 for shipping.
$137.75 for RACV members (apply less 5% discount code at checkout).
https://www.racv.com.au/wps/wcm/connect/racv/internet/primar…
Not sure why you were given a neg but have a + from me
:D
Nice! I was afraid this would be more expensive than this. Looking forward to getting a 24mm pancake and this new 50mm as a light weight street photography lens and close range portrait lens.
Or I could use my Tamron 17-50 f/2.8 for a change.
Can anyone share their RACV number?
I'm not sure if anyone is an active ozbargain member.
I hear that someone is.
Anyone got the RACV discount? RACV website says: *Discount not applicable to 10% off sale items.
I went in store and couldn't get the RACV discount applied as it was on sale
Thanks for posting - thought it would be the case.
"Sign-up at ClubTed today and receive $10 Off*"
Bah, it links you to a generic pdf that says in store only.
Upload of pdf: https://www.scribd.com/doc/267535470/teds-camera-10-voucher
The catalogue also shows the $145 price (page 2 on the left), so should theoretically be able to get it for $135 in store with the voucher
Would this be good for quiet video on a Canon 700D?
It should have a much quieter focus compared to the old nifty fifty due to the STM but it is a prime lens so you will have to consider your focus point as it cannot zoom in
Was thinking for still videos like interviews? I assume it will be fine for that?
50mm means the camera would need to be a fair distance away from you.
50mm is quite narrow, scarface (you have to be quite far back to fit everything you want in). 25 or 40mm may be a better bet for a crop sensor like the 700D has.
If you're looking for out of focus backgrounds with the attention being the person then yes however
1 ) You will need to have a decent amount of distance from them to ensure you get the persons head in frame
2 ) When you open the lens up to get the nice blurry (bokeh) background even at a low ISO there may be too much light so you might need a ND filter to compensate — then again if the area is poorly lit it might be fine
I'm not sure about crop sensors, but it's not recommended to go below f2.8 for interviews? At f1.8, any slight movements and your subject is out of focus. Only time I shoot at such a big aperture is for detail shots.
I read review that the STM for the newer model is quieter, but still audible, you'll need an external audio source for interviews anyway.
I'm not sure about the focus ring on this (seems to be a lot better compared to the old one). The 50mm MKII has unusable manual focus. My friend volunteered to shoot a wedding and asked for my help. ALL his shots from the 50mm MKII is extremely bad.
Alternative would be sourcing for second-hand old nikon prime lenses and use a converter. They are superior for the price, just no autofocus. (Not all, but most people avoid using auto focus for videos)
50 should be fine if you are doing the interview in a big conf room. But if are doing it in a regular sized room, you are better off something wider. I use my Nikon 35 1.8 for in-house shots.
How much are they normally?
$169.95
That's not the STM version, genius.
Wrong version, grey stock.
Apart from the price, would it not be better to get the Canon EF 40mm f2.8 STM (http://www.teds.com.au/canon-ef-40mm-f2-8-stm)?
Also remember there's 1.2% PricePal Cashback
Not a chance! The 50mm 1.8 will destroy the 40mm in almost every way.
Not in size way
You seriously just disregarded the 40mm focal length?
i don't own the EF 40mm, i heard it's not bad.
but if you don't have a prime lens, you should get the nifty-fifty. It's the first lens that I ever bought, still my favourite and at <$150, a permanent bargain
depends what you like to shoot and what camera you have. I have a crop camera and the 50mm is great for portraits. I walk around with a 35mm and the 50mm in my pocket/backpack but 24/50 is a great combo too. Btw, good comparison video
have this exact problem lol. Been watching youtube videos for a week now. But I guess I'll grab this one first then the 24 if I save extra :D
It's not a bad bit of glass, but I'd only get it for the size. I think 40mm is an odd focal length, especially on a crop sensor. You'd be better off with the 50mm if you shoot on a crop, that'd give you an equivalent focal length of around 80mm, which is much more useful IMO. If you shoot FF, skip the 50 and go for an 85mm.
The 1.4 50mm is noticeably better, well worth the extra $$$…
Any facts in this comment?
yep, I own both…
dunno why you got two negs for your comment? I own both as well. Totally agree.
It's 3x the price and not noticeably better.
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ISO-12233-Sample-…
It's 3x the price and not noticeably better.
I paid $250 for it a few years back and there is no comparison in the sharpness of pictures and bokeh… The 1.8 is a good value cheap lens, but for portraits, the 1.4 is awesome…
ozbargain?
Can you provide a link where we can get it for $250?
As i said, it was a few years back… I bought it in the US… Maybe wait for the AU$ to go back up…
This is OzBargain, not WaitBargain.
No need to wait, as I said in my initial comment, it well worth the extra $$$.
If you can't afford it, the 1.8 is fine. I started off with the 1.8 and upgraded after a couple of years…
@jv: How is paying 3x the price for an older lens a bargain? An extra 2/3rds of a stop isn't going to make a difference that's worth the 300% cost increase. Did you forget we're on OzBargain?
@Orpheus: I think it's a case of each to their own. For (semi/) professional gear, thats the sort of returns you're going to expect in regards to performance improvements vs cost. As far as lenses go, $300USD really isn't that expensive a lens. This may be ozbargain, but we are talking about SLR equipment where many people wouldn't blink twice at price tags well in excess of $1000 for a price of equipment.
Similar applies to audio equipment and the like.
I do think this is a great price for the lens. That said, I'm also quite fond of my 1.4 also which I was fortunate enough to grab while the AUD was above the USD, which obviously helps no one now.
Spoken like a true photography enthusiast/bargain hunter.
The only way to satisfy both is to buy something that's fit for the users' purpose that's at the best price.
I own both, and while you could argue the 1.4 is better in certain aspects, it's certainly not worth the significant price increase over the 1.8 STM.
The 1.4 suffers from significantly more coma in the corners, though has less issues with vignetting and CA wide open. The new STM has MUCH improved bokeh over the previous 1.8 (which I also own) with the new 7 bladed aperture, but compared to the 1.4, I didn't see much if any difference.
The 1.4 has full time manual focus with the USM, but the STM can also manual focus with AF on, as long as you hold down the shutter half pressed (or the AF button). To my eyes, the old 1.8 actually seems sharper than both my copies of the STM and 1.4
So you've compared your 50 1.4 to this new, only released 4 weeks ago, 50 1.8? Or are you comparing it to the old 50 1.8?
The 50 1.4 is also known to have a terrible focus mechanism that breaks frequently.
I'm comparing between the 1.4 and the new 1.8 STM. But I ALSO have the old EF50mm 1.8II.
Also yes, the focus mechanism on my 1.4 is VERY dodgy and works intermittently at best. Also tends to hunt a lot more than the 1.8 STM (which is markedly quicker than both my 1.4 and my old 1.8)
@nytrojen: Sorry, I actually meant to reply to jv - as he claims that the 1.4 is better, but has made no claim to actually have used the new STM version of the 1.8.
You did highlight one thing I don't like about the STM system though - it has manual override, but it only works while you hold the focus button. I have the 18-135 stm and manually focussing it is tedious.
Agreed with this. Yes it is worth the extra $$$ if you have it. Especially if you go for the Sigma ART 50mm 1.4 (Bloody expensive but orgasmic)
50mm 1.8 is overall still good for it's price range and great for beginners! It was my first lens I bought~
The normal Sigma 50mm f1.4 is more comparable to the Canon, and in fact better than the Canon imo.
Indeed it is. Love the whole ART series they do. I'm hoping they bring out a 24-70 f2 or f2.8 sometime. rumours are coming in and out.
Only difference in my personal opinion is if you shoot at f1.8 on either Canon 1.4 or 1.8 lens… The 1.8 lens seems to be more softer on targetted focus point.
I've owned both Sigma's and both Canon's (not the L lens). The art is amazing, but I would've been more than happy with the price/performance of the original Sigma 50 if I didn't have so many AF problems. That lens has some series issues across the focus range (afma doesn't completely fix it). I had three copies that would all do the same thing.
In short, you are comparing apple and orange.
The main reason there's STM version is that Canon want that silent, more than ultra-fast, and always focus state in video. Something that normal EF lenses alone can't do.
Wow…I'm giving jv +'s what is this world coming to? I can't disagree with the comment though. Also the owner of 1.8 and 1.4 (Nikkor though) and have used all three of the Canon's (1.8/1.4/1.2) extensively. The 1.4 is def worth the premium if the budget stretches that far.
It's not. A little less soft at wider apetures and slightly better AF. The 50mm f1.4 is also notoriously easy to break - all you need is to apply a little pressure to the front and the AF is done.
I need a camera bag which can hold a 7d, 24-70, 70-200, 50mm, 600ex flash etc, any recommendations?
kata bags
Kata has been amalgamated with Manfrotto…the Vitek group at work. Shame though the original Kata (ie pre Vitek) were awesome
Take a look at Lowepro, I have the Lowepro Mini Trekker AW and for about $50 I think it's pretty good value.
Fits my 6D, 550D with battery grip, 24-70, 70-200, 50mm, 35mm, 430 EX II flash and accessories :)
Depends on budget and style. Crumpler makes some decent street bags, F-stop gear if you're a hiker, and ONA if you're after looks.
For a good all-round backpack, I highly recommend the Incase DSLR Pro Pack.
https://www.goincase.com/shop/bags/incase-dslr-pro-pack/blac…
Thanks guys will check those models, prefer a back pack which the front can fully open so easy to handle the stuff inside
I see a manfrotto stile v which is kinda okay
http://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/lowepro-fli…
Free next day delivery. Should fit perfectly with what you want :)
I've got a Fastpack 350. HUGE bag and holds a decent amount of gear, plus laptop. Also relatively comfy, as long as it's not full to the brim with heavy gear
Nikon master race
shoo! hssss
carry the 24-70 on your 7d around your neck, 50mm in your pocket (if it's the above lens). Flash? what's that?
maybe check out whirlpool for advice if you're keen on a proper bag :). I just use a normal bag because 1. I'm cheap, 2. I don't want people to think I'm walking around with expensive gear
if you can still find the II for $80 @ Big W…
???
Not STM
Lmao captain obvious again. Did you even read my first post in this section? I was pointing out the mark II could be had for $80 gfc man
@CVonV: Not more than a month back a friend of mine got his internet order wrong. Return fee to US already half the cost of this item. And few ppl in this forum already got them mixed up. Just don't want that to happen agian. As i said before linking II and STM types is like comparing apple and orange anyway.
I also noticed they have the Olympus OMD 45mm f1.8 at a very tasty $272 (http://www.teds.com.au/olympus-pen-45mm-f1-8-black) which I've had my eye on for a little while (for those of us with micro 4/3 cameras - review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbJo-5ppzh8.
The 50mm STM is also reviewed Christopher Frost (love his reviews) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoFsXaXKetI
+1 that! Love Christopher Frost's lens reviews.
me too, his lisp is funny ><
how about sign up to ClubTed and get the 10$ OFF in store ? :D
Read above
Perfect timing. Was planning to get this next week!
Is this a limited time only discount?
this STM is new generation of 50 1.8 just release few days
I assume you own an APS-C sensor size dslr. 24mm is more versatile. 50mm is mainly for portrait.
Yes I am using 700d
if you ever planned to upgrade your camera to full sensor size, go 50.
if not, go 24.
No I don't think I am going to upgrade to full sensor any time. They are expensive :)
Yeah, definitely base your cheap lens purchasing decisions on a camera you may or may not theoretically own one day, as opposed to what you own and use right now.
What do you intend to shoot?
They're different focal lengths so different applications. Apples vs Oranges in my opinion.
I am looking to use one of them for portrait, family photos and events.
What's on your camera now? You might end up getting both in the long term, so I would probably recommend the cheaper 50mm to start with but it depends on what you mainly want to use it for.
The 50mm is a better quality lens, get used to using a prime, then get the 24mm when you get comfortable a prime.
I have
100mm macro
18-55mm (the one comes with the camera banded)
And 28-105mm
I am going to use one of them for portrait, family photos and events.
Note; I am kind of able to get the 24mm for the same price as the new 50mm
I still love my original one :) But no doubt this has some improvements in terms of focus probably