Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon
86 Overall Score
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Rokinon 50M-C
Rokinon
61 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
No customer feedback yet
Rokinon 50M-C
78 out of 100 high confidence 30 reviews
The Rokinon 50mm f/1.4 lens receives generally positive feedback for its excellent value, sharp optics, and solid build quality, especially for astrophotography and low-light use. However, many users note that the autofocus can be inconsistent and unreliable for fast-moving subjects, and some copies have decentering issues. The lens is fully manual on certain mounts, which is a key consideration for buyers.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp optics for the price
- Solid all-metal build quality
- Great for astrophotography
- Good low-light performance at f/1.4
Cons
- Inconsistent autofocus performance
- Autofocus unreliable for fast-moving subjects
- Some copies have decentering issues
- Soft corners at f/1.4
- Fully manual on certain mounts
Value for money 8
Image quality 12
Build quality 6
Autofocus performance 7
Astrophotography suitability 5
Low light performance 4
Scores
Macro
Budget
Portrait
Video Cinema
Street
Travel
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Specifications
| Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM | Rokinon 50M-C | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 15 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 45 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 3 | 9 |
| Groups | — | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | Canon coatings | Ultra Multi-Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 8★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-M | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.46 kg★ | 0.54 kg |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 3.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 45 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:6.25★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
- Strong macro (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong stabilization (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong aperture (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Rokinon 50M-C
- Strong aperture (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (66th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
No current pricing available
Rokinon 50M-C
Verdict
Winner: Canon EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM
Scores 86 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
