The Lenses Canon has released for its full frame mirrorless cameras over the last year plus has been impressive, and has commanded some pretty eye popping price tags to match. It’s now rumored that lower-end lenses are in the works in the shape of a nifty fifty and an f/2.8 pancake.
According to Canon Rumors, Canon is plotting the release of an affordable RF 50mm f/1.8 sometime this year. The report also stated that a pancake f/2.8 will also appear very shortly (probably in the next six months). The wonderfully affordable EF 40mm f/2.8 is an amazing lens and if Canon tows this line, it will certainly make the EOS RP more appealing to enthusiasts who don’t need super-fast glass and appreciate the compact size.
What will prove to be interesting is Canon’s choice for the nifty fifty. The refreshingly cheap EF 50mm f/1.8 STM has an almost legendary status in the history of Canon DSLRs with a price tag of $125. There are few lenses that offer so much for so little money. Whilst we hope Canon is tempted to replicate this budget option, they may prefer to opt for something more expensive, and closer to Nikon’s mirrorless nifty, the NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S which sells for just under $600.
Which would You prefer Canon go for? Affordable and Small or Just slightly on the budget.
