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Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 vs EF 50mm f/1.2L: Cameralabs Comparison

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Canon RF 45mm f/1.2 vs EF 50mm f/1.2L: Cameralabs Comparison
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Gordon Laing compares the RF 45mm f/1.2 STM against the EF 50mm f/1.2L USM across sharpness, autofocus, and physical handling, with the older L lens tested via adapter on current RF bodies.

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Canon RF 45mm F1.2 STM Review: Sub-$500 f/1.2, With Caveats

AUGUST 4, 2026
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