Brett Harkness Canon Photography Review: The Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro Lens
As one of the most sought-after social/wedding photographers in the UK and across the globe, Brett Harkness knows Canon cameras and lens very well, since they are the only equipment he uses. PhotographyTalk is pleased to share Brett’s insights and honest appraisals of Canon products.
Brett scores the Canon EF 50mm 1.2 f/2.5 Compact Macro lens 6 on a scale of 1 to 10.
There were 40 real customer reviews of the Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro lens, all giving it a 4-5 star rating. If you would like to read these reviews you can do so here.
I have had the Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro lens for many years. It was my first dive into the world of the 50mm! I am not sure if this lens can still be bought, maybe on Ebay. I think it has been replaced by the 60mm model. This is a great little lens for capturing all my wedding details.
Be aware that it is quite a noisy lens if you are planning to use it in a quiet place, such as a church. I suggest manually focusing it when you find yourself in situations where you don’t want to disrupt people.
As an inexpensive alternative to the f/1.2 model, it handles quite well and would be a great starting point for your collection of lenses.
These are my opinions on how I use this lens every day of my life. If it feels good in my hands, then I use it! This equipment is an extension of my eye and how I see my world and the social world within which I work. That was why I started to use Canon products more than 20 years ago. If a piece of equipment allows you to capture your vision, then use it. It is only when a piece of equipment is a hindrance that you should change it.
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About Brett Harkness: Brett Harkness is a highly regarded UK photographer, who, with Kristie, his wife and business partner, specialize in in all forms of social photography, both studio and outdoors, in the UK and overseas. Brett was born during 1972, and was graduated from Nottingham Trent University, where he studied photography. He spent the next 5 years working on board cruise ships in America and the Caribbean, where he learned the basics of working with a great diversity of people, as he photographed their vacation activities as guests. Couples around the globe seek Brett’s signature style for their wedding photography. He and his wife operate a studio and training facility in a converted wood mill outside of Manchester, England. They offer courses in lighting, lifestyle, and wedding photography.