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Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 vs Canon EF 50mm f1.2L USM

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Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4

Standard Prime | Canon EF

Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4
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Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 vs Canon 50mm f1.2L USM Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 and Canon 50mm f1.2L USM, two Standard Prime lenses from Tokina and Canon. Both lenses have the same focal range of 50mm but different max apertures: Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 has a max aperture of F1.4 while the Canon 50mm f1.2L USM has a max aperture of F1.2.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 Key Specs

  • 50mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 72mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 950g.
  • Diameter: 80mm
  • Length: 108mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.4m

Canon 50mm f1.2L USM Key Specs

  • 50mm Focal Range
  • F1.2 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 72mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 580g.
  • Diameter: 86mm
  • Length: 66mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.45m
  • Max Magnification:0.15x

What type of photography are the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 and Canon 50mm f1.2L USM lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 and the Canon 50mm f1.2L USM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 Canon 50mm f1.2L USM
Bird/WildlifeFairFair
SportsAverageAverage
PortraitExcellentExcellent
TravelGoodGood
StreetVery GoodVery Good
WeddingExcellentExcellent
Walk AroundGoodGood
VloggingGoodGood
LandscapeGoodGood

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 is the longer of the two lenses at 108mm. The Canon 50mm f1.2L USM with a length of 66mm is 42mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon 50mm f1.2L USM has a larger diameter of 86mm compared to Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4's 80mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Canon 50mm f1.2L USM weighs 580g, 38% (370g) lighter than the Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4's weight of 950g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Standard Prime Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.

Standard Prime Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Canon EF 50mm f1.8 STM Lens Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM
39mm
69mm 159g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 50mm f1.4 USM Lens Canon 50mm f1.4 USM
51mm
74mm 290g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 50mm f1.8 II Lens Canon 50mm f1.8 II
41mm
68mm 130g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM Lens Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM
63mm
74mm 435g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A Lens Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM A
100mm
85mm 815g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD Lens Tamron 45mm F1.8 Di VC USD
92mm
80mm 540g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 40mm f2.8 STM Lens Canon 40mm f2.8 STM
22mm
68mm 130g Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang XP 35mm F1.2 Lens Samyang XP 35mm F1.2
117mm
93mm 1106g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 and Canon 50mm f1.2L USM has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.

Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 is also available in Nikon F (FX) mount.

Focal Range

Reasons to choose Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 over Canon EF 50mm f1.2L USM

Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs 8 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Diameter 80mm vs 86mm 6mm smaller in diameter
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.4m vs 0.45m can focus closer to the subject

Reasons to choose Canon EF 50mm f1.2L USM over Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4

Max Aperture - Wide 1.2 vs 1.4 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 1.2 vs 1.4 Wider aperture at tele end
Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Weight 580g vs 950g 370g lighter
Length 66mm vs 108mm 42mm shorter
Max Magnification 0.15x vs x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Common Strengths of Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 and Canon EF 50mm f1.2L USM
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Common Weaknesses of Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 and Canon EF 50mm f1.2L USM
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



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Tokina Opera 50mm F1.4 vs Canon 50mm f1.2L USM Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tokina Canon
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Standard Prime Standard Prime
Lens Mount Canon EF Canon EF
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 50mm 50mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Unknown Black
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F1.4 F1.2
Min Aperture F16 F16.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 8
Optics
Optical Elements 15 8
Optical Groups 9 6
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.4m 0.45m
Max Magnification unknown 0.15X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale No Yes
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 950g 580g
Diameter 80mm 86mm
Length 108mm 66mm
Materials Unknown Metal barrel, metal mount
Weather Sealing Yes No
Filter Thread 72mm 72mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown ES-78
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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