Canon EF vs RF - 50mm F/1.2 - My Thoughts + Example Photos - Portrait Photoshoot Behind the Scenes!

[@jasontieu3737]

50mm F1.2 is my bread and butter for my photoshoots. I actually upgraded from EF to RF. My personal experience was RF provided additional sharpness, which compliments my style. That being said, everyone has their own style - No one style is better than the other. Both lens are amazing.

[@robertstrieska5813]

For me, EF has something more magical. Sharpness is not everything. The feeling from the photo is important. Very nice video. 👍👍👍

[@TheZachMendez]

Totally agree! Thanks for watching :)

[@unreal0310]

same here

[@teamdestinyph]

It's the barrel distortion that creates the 3D pop look.

[@Agpals]

Yes for me too!

[@ryzenbiel4145]

I fully agree the EF L Series is More Magical and Feeling to the photos...

[@LlocQ]

I know this is a 3 year old video but I don't care...Amazing Video!! Subscribed! I also have two mirrorless bodies but I also still use my dslr sometimes so I bought the ef as my first 1.2 50 I know the RF version is better but I wanted to test my self using a 50 first (very much used 24-70 and 70-200) and then maybe I'll upgrade! I also love the 35 and 85 combo.

[@VedrenYuar]

I love your portrait style. So very unique. Your pictures literally LITERALLY warmed me inside. They just made me feel good looking at them. Like, I felt like I were there, in that environment. Your style speaks for itself.

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks so much for the kind comment - I really appreciate it!! Thanks for watching :)

[@marcovalentini6477]

Finally a review based on a photoshoot experience rather than chart analysis or lab photos. I loved hearing your thoughts and opinion about both lenses, which made me choose for the EF unique style rather than the rf one. Thank you!

[@TheZachMendez]

Amazing! Thanks so much for watching. I'm so glad it was helpful - I truly love the EF 50 and can't imagine parting with it.

[@marcovalentini6477]

@@TheZachMendez may I ask you what you think about the EF 85 1.2 mk ii instead?. Have you had the chance to try it? I wonder if it has the same style of the EF 50 1.2

[@markusbolliger1527]

Thank you so much for this illuminating as well as sensitive practical review of this two lenses. I still work with my Nifty-Fifty (RF 50mm f/1.8 STM), which I bought for ridiculous 120 Swiss Francs, but with surprisingly good results. EF or RF version of the f/1.2? If you have the opportunity to shoot such beautiful women the result is outstanding anyway 🤩 But if one looks closely to your images it becomes obvious that the the R- version images are not only sharper, but have more contrast with more vivid colors. So the faces pop more out of the background, they have a more pronounced three-dimensional look. Bottom line: I am looking forward to get a used copy of the RF second hand, what will cost me about 1500 Swiss Francs. The EF- version new plus EF-RF- adapter would cost me 1230 Francs, so the difference to an used RF 50/1.2 is negligible for me. Kind regards from Switzerland.

[@DethronerX]

Looks like RF suits more of product photography and EF for Model and dreamy artistic look. Your video really helped me decide that I should go for EF version and enjoy its characteristics

[@user-jo8nj]

good shit! finally a photographer not overemphasizing on the sharpness all the tech people (and non-photographers) care so much about!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks so much for watching! I appreciate it 😊

[@Agpals]

I'm still loving the EF lenses and just upgraded from a 6D to a 5D mark iv after 6 years of using my previous camera. The price for me couldn't justify getting a mirrorless until it drops in price more!

[@TheZachMendez]

Yeah, makes sense! Thanks for watching :)

[@infrarouge75]

50L on R body have an second life. trust me

[@Agpals]

@@infrarouge75 I'll have to try that!

[@geofft4628]

Sorry to break it to you, but the technology the mirrorless has with its eye and face AF has been a game changer and well worth the price. Prime lenses on my R6 have been tack sharp even at its widest aperture, which was never the case with 5D Mark iii

[@cjinreallife]

@@geofft4628 I'd have to agree with you, especially seeing all the photographers I know and even the ones I watch like Julia Trotti and Mitch Lally on KZbin switch to Mirrorless, DSLR's are still awesome but Eye AF is way too good to not justify going Mirrorless. I picked up even just my Canon RP with 24-105mm for 1000, yes it's spendy but I'd take it any day over even a 6D or 5D Mark II/III, but to each their own

[@joshua_rae]

I really hope Canon releases an L-series 50mm f1.4, I think a lot of people are stuck between not wanting to be saddled with the size of the f1.2 but wanting better than what the nifty fifty f1.8 can offer. I'm jealous of Sony users getting two great looking G Master lenses recently with their 35 and 50 1.4s.

[@TheZachMendez]

Yeah! I hope they do to! I’m sure this is a must at some point but I guess we will see. Thanks so much for watching!

[@rogerdodger689]

Me too!

[@neilzeng7522]

Two years have passed since you made this video. Have you changed your mind and moved to RF or you are still using your EF?

[@goodboy332]

I've been watching this specific video 3 times in a raw. I really hated 50mm focal length because I thought it was in the middle of nowhere. I love the 35mm 1.4 for its slight distortion and "filmy" effect and the 85mm 1.4 for its dreamy bokeh. This video just made me love 50 1.2!!!! The EF version is on the way, I guess I will receive it next Wednesday. I have an R and an R6 but I can't afford the RF version right now. Thank you!

[@TheZachMendez]

Ah such a compliment! Thank you, I appreciate it! I'm glad that you enjoyed the video. Enjoy that lens! It is still my favorite lens I own. Thanks for watching :)

[@philfournier]

I picked up an RF 1.2 thanks to this video and in particular, the photo at 9:09. I’ve watched this probably 15 times. Can’t wait to get it. The lighting at that location is crazyyy.

[@TheZachMendez]

Ah! I am so glad that you enjoyed the video - thanks for letting me know! I hope you love the RF - I've been thinking about getting one more and more haha...Thanks for watching!

[@fireplusbirdfilms6517]

The EF has more of a classic film vibe to it, which is to say I personally prefer its character. The RF can definitely feel a bit over-sharp for some styles. If you're the type of shooter that digs the Fujifilm vibe, the EF is the way to go. For super high-res commercial stuff, the RF would definitely win out. I'd be super interested to see the same lens comparison on your C70, graded to match your photo style and the EF with and without the .71x adapter.

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks for watching & for the suggestion! Much appreciated :)

[@infrarouge75]

yes combo 50L + 85 mmf1.8 + 135mm f2 + 200 f2.8 (old prime one) all in Ef mount are the same and best film vibe ever.

[@thoughtdujour]

Ok... I'm not a Canon shooter but I watched this video to the end, mostly because your voice makes you sound like a good person, there was ancillary information that was helpful, and the video was beautiful

[@TheZachMendez]

Ah thank you so much and thanks for watching!

[@tonyabc]

As an EF 50 1.8 STM owner, i'm super jealous of the unique renderings of EF 50 1.2L. Something that i can only dream about. Great comparison video btw!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you so much for watching! :)

[@whatwouldthehoffdo]

The lighting was amazing that day. I don't thinknyou could take a bad picture that day

[@TheZachMendez]

Totally!! Thanks for watching! :)

[@oscarb.3631]

I don't have a canon but I wanted to say that your fit is fire! Photographer x Wild West aesthetic

[@TheZachMendez]

Haha I am from Texas so I guess this is fitting LOL... Thanks so much for watching! :)

[@matuszewskistudio]

EF 50L is one of my favourite FX lenses from Canon, i really love the look it produce (as well as 85L II), part of their character is that they are full of flaws (sharpness, flare, vignette and so one) so if i need a sharp 50, i just go for 50/1.8 one. From the RF lineup, the RF35IS really stood out for me, much better than EF35IS and original EF35L and the wide angle macros full of bokeh are just beautiful.

[@farid1406]

I own the EF currently, not the RF, so I'm probably biased but I think I like the slightly fuzzier quality of the EF, although the RF's sharpness looks dope. I also have the Dream Lens which murders both of these in the character department.

[@TheZachMendez]

Yeah, both of these lenses are amazing haha. It's hard to choose!! Thanks so much for watching :)

[@mobrown5670]

Beautiful models too, thank you for the content. I would love to see the playlist continue with more photoshoots like this comparing the rest of the RF line vs EF 35, 85 ...

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you! I would love to do that! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching and for the suggestion :)

[@MamaLifeBre]

Great photos! I was considering picking up an 85 RF 1.2 but convinced me to try an get more mileage out of my 50 before I spend the $$

[@ab-cx6bd]

Wonderful and super artistic, the video made me forget about the equipment.

[@TheZachMendez]

Ah thanks so much! I really appreciate it & thanks for watching :)

[@mpyrealentertainment8705]

I appreciated the honest review - how about one on the RF 50mm? I have the 35, and 85L - I have a nifty 50 and wonder if that should be my first RF 50L - thank you!!

[@josefklantephotography4759]

I have the rf 50mm 1.2 an its fantstic!!! Bro your Pics ar awsome!!! Please More from your work

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks, man! Really appreciate the comment & thank you for watching! That RF lens is amazing - I really want one! haha...one day... Cheers! :)

[@Creative.visionzz]

Loved this video quality a lot, for a guy who listens to hip hop music all the time I really enjoyed the audio part of this everything was just high quality and relaxing

[@jaredcharney8540]

I recently borrowed the 85 1.2 RF from Canon to compare to my EF II version and money aside I do prefer the newer lens for my work but because I shoot mostly w/the 28-70 f2 RF already it's hard to justify and I'll stay with my EF for now. Great work I'm typically not impressed w/these kinds of videos with models on KZbin but this work is actually creative and illustrates the differences between the lenses nicely

[@TheZachMendez]

Hey there! Thanks so much for watching & for the comment. I am really curious about both lenses, the RF 28-70 and RF 85. Especially the 85. I'm curious to know what you think about them in terms of IQ/usability/etc. I'm hoping to rent at some point. Thanks again! :)

[@jaredcharney8540]

@@TheZachMendez I'm mostly an editorial photography and the 28-70 is sublime, I sold my 35 1.4, 50 1.2 and will sell my 24 1.4, I never thought I could love a zoom lens so much but the way it renders the background is so fantastic hard to explain until you've used it a bunch -- the 85 is wonderful and I used it for 2 magazine assignments and a commercial shoot -- I love it just can't justify the price tag

[@DavesArchives]

The RD images have a medium format vibe. I’m loving the quality.

[@TheZachMendez]

You said it perfectly! I felt the same way after seeing the images on my computer. It's really quite a special look. Thanks for watching :)

[@piterb.5444]

Hey, awesome review! Just one thing… the EOS R has the command dial just like the some Pentax, Nikon and Sony’s. Up top in the back besides the LCD screen so you can use it with your thumb without loosing the grip of the camera contrary to the back dial which you would have to loose your grip to operate it. The EOS R5 incorporates the same layout without the thumb bar and the extra wheel and the AF button in a better place. Cheers! Really enjoy the review!!!

[@TheZachMendez]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for watching! :)

[@noelwhitman1788]

Of all the comparisons of these lenses, this is the best one on KZbin. Thank you! Made my decision much easier.

[@TheZachMendez]

Amazing! I am so glad to hear the video was helpful. Thank you for watching! I really appreciate it :)

[@PouyaNia]

Zack, thanks for this! Super helpful, thoughtfully put together, and beautifully artistic. I love the vibe!

[@TheZachMendez]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment - means a lot!

[@FeedScrn]

Beautiful pics and sound comparison... Thanks. - Since you made this video, Canon has came out with Cine lenses... Are they only for video? No AF, it looks like. One such lens is: EF Cinema prime CN-E50mm T1.3 L F (EF mount).

[@mariosimard4207]

I just discovered your channel. Oh Wow !!! What a creative spirit, what talent you have !!!. I am a former Nikon shooter. My first camera was a Nikon F2 and my last a D850 ... I am looking to acquire the R5 and the RF 50mm f / 1.2 lens. You have been able to highlight the pros and cons of both very well. Thank you for this very informative video and once again your photos are simply stunning. Congratulations for your work.

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you so much, Mario, for the kind words! I'm so glad that you found the channel. I think the R5 + RF 50 would make an incredible combo! I was so impressed with the RF 50. I haven't tried the R5 yet, but would really love to test it at some point. Thanks so much for watching! :)

[@frederickmcdonald6636]

WOW - what incredible images! I've got some old Tamron lenses that work perfectly fine for me and I am happy using the converter with them. The images are all perfectly fine and I am happy with them. I'm only a novice photographer and will never need to have super pin sharp images. Thank you for such a great comparison and your thoughts. Take care and be safe out there....

[@Daniel_Zalman]

Mr. Mendez, you are a simply outstanding photographer. You really captured the tender beauty of these two models in such a dreamy setting. I'd be really appreciative if you could tell me how much the chromatic aberrations (color fringing) of the EF lens gets in the way. I'm debating whether to go the SONY A7IV + 50mm f/1.4 GM or the Canon R6 + 50 EF 1.2 (as a non-pro I can't justify $2300 for the RF). I love the look of Canon raw files, but I'm concerned that the color fringing on the EF lens. What are your thoughts, as a pro portrait photographer?

[@BrianSFischer]

Thanks for the video Zach, I just picked up an R5 to replace may aging, but wonderful, 645z. The price of the RF lenses is daunting. I see that there's a 135mm F1.4L on the RF roadmap! Time to sell another one of the kids! Brian in San Luis Obispo

[@TheZachMendez]

LOL I know... these lenses are no joke. I am slowly getting into them but it's not easy for the wallet! Thanks for watching.

[@sols9449]

Hey Zach. Did you use Cascade preset here at all. Love both these lenses. Think this is a great video. Time for the 85 1.2 shootout.

[@TheZachMendez]

I think I was mostly using Phil Chester here, but may have used Cascade for some - those are two of my favorites! Thanks for watching :)

[@ST-fl5fy]

This was a great comparison. Was the EF loud when AF’ing? I shoot more with flash and curious when shooting as the sun went down were you exposing for the face or underexposing? Could you give an idea of settings please. If your using histogram? Thanks

[@oscarp4734]

Would be nice if you have the camera settings written on each of the pictures you displayed. Beautiful model and fantastic results.

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks for watching & for the suggestion! :)

[@edwardslizewski717]

Thank you so much. I have a canon 50 mm f/1.2 L I love it. But I can’t wait to get my hands on the new RF version.

[@vhc7764]

Great comparison...thank you. However, Canon has accomplished an amazing feat building the RF adapter for EF L lenses. Perhaps with the exception of the 50/1.2, I doubt the RF lens is superior in terms of sharpness to the EF L. In terms of build quality, price, resolving power and image quality...EF L lenses are a far better bargain. Just my opinion, but I do own one RF lens (:] and a host of EF L used on my R and R5.

[@TheZachMendez]

Totally! The adapter is amazing for me since I only own EF lenses. All of them work so well on the R camera system- better than the 5D series even! I love those EF lenses. Thanks so much for watching! :)

[@lorenzofortunati]

Dude, 50 1.2 is very very sharp, just not at full aperture. Do an A/B comparison with Canon 24-70 mark II L and tell me which is the clear winner.

[@Henry_44]

RF lenses are newer so obviously they're gonna be sharper than EF

[@godboy159]

First I want to say I really love your images. Very inspirational. I am a 15 year Nikon shooter and am in the process of deciding if I'm going to switch to Canon. Mostly for their auto focus capabilities and the better in camera 10bit 422 video quality for weddings and events. It will be an expensive switch because I will need all new glass. Right now I have RF glass on my list but had thought about just going EF and purchasing everything used. With 2 new cameras and the glass I want I'm looking at like 24k. If I went EF it would be around 16 to 18k. This is including replacing my triggers and on camera flash with new Canon compatible versions. Thank you for your video. I will be going with the RF versions. But, your video has also made me want to at some point pick up a few EF versions. They are dreamier. They have a character all their own. At least with the one lens you are using. Thanks again. Subscribed!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks for the sub!! Means a lot! I'm glad you found the channel & enjoyed the video! Yeah, the prospect of switching systems is always daunting but good luck with the switch! Thanks for watching :)

[@godboy159]

@@TheZachMendez You got it Zach. Keep making beautiful art. Really dug your idea with the mirror in the dirt.. forgot to say that before. Really cool! Almost like looking into another world or dimension.

[@jayallan-eq4tq]

Thanks. Fuji shooter contemplating defecting to Canon. I love the look of the EF.

[@TheZachMendez]

It's so good!! Thanks for watching :)

[@qnc3636]

Thanks for the excellent review, well done. Were any of the EF images shown at 2:21 & 2:31sharpened? The eyelashes can been seen in fine detail. Were they shot at F/1.2? The images, shot at F/1.2, from my EF50 F/1.2 + EOS R combo are not as sharp as the EF ones in your review (yours are much sharper). Thanks.

[@TheZachMendez]

Those are straight from the camera, not sharpened. I was probably shooting at 1.8. Hope this helps & thanks for watching!

[@whosyourbrad]

Love the RF images 😍

[@eduardovisuals]

you killed this comparison! loved the style and your thoughts!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks so much for watching, Eduardo! It really means a lot! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers! :)

[@klauswillisandresen1427]

EF any day ... its more natural to me 😊 ... great video 💪👍

[@TheZachMendez]

Totally - I still love my EF lenses. Thanks so much for watching :)

[@Enrique-the-photographer]

I have to be honest Zach, I don't need to know the difference between the lenses because all my cameras and lenses are Fujifilm (haha), but I truly enjoy watching your videos, if nothing else, for inspiration, don't tell anybody but I’m definitely stealing the mirror on the ground idea, great tip/trick, thank you. Stay safe.

[@TheZachMendez]

Haha yes! Steal away & let me know how it works for you! I always enjoy these sort of creative camera hacks. Hope you are staying well! :)

[@AI_superminds]

Cool video!! I am planning to buy Canon EOS R6 soon and I'll buy RF 50mm F1.2 for sure. What will be the best lens with Canon EOS R6 for landscape photography, please?? Soon I will be into the Smoky Mountains!

[@TheZachMendez]

Hi! It really depends on what you enjoy using. I like using my 50 or 35 for landscapes. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching :)

[@zecchinon]

Amazing video, love the pictures! I like when the review/comparisons are made by really good photographers.

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you so much, Fernando! This comment made my day. Glad you enjoyed the video- thanks for watching!

[@petrvokurek2286]

Exactly! I can´t stand it when someone reviews a piece of great equipement and shows the most boring and mundane shots taken with it...

[@whatwouldthehoffdo]

Super agreed. It makes you notice how many reviewers are...not good ones. The puddle pic(bravo)

[@petrvokurek2286]

@@whatwouldthehoffdo ..the puddle pic...??? :)

[@brianrowland9993]

Great video and interesting to see the older EF 50 lens held up so well. I think the subject matter (beautiful models) and your creative interpretation transcends the technical differences between these lenses! Having said that the new RF 50 is a great kens that in the right hands can take photography to a new level.

[@TheZachMendez]

Yes - both great! Thanks so much for watching :)

[@IainTAllardyce]

This is the video I've been looking for! Trying to decide between the R5 and R6 and I'm stunned by the image quality out of the R6 with the EF! (currently on a 5dmk3). Excited either way I go! Would you say you at all "miss" or want for the additional resolution? (I know it depends on your crop style etc).

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you so much for watching! I am so glad you found the video helpful. Honestly I sometimes would like a bit more resolution, yes, but for the vast majority of work I am so pleased with the look of the images that I don't really mind. 20 MP is still a lot of MP, and is more than capable of producing high quality, printable images, especially with a new sensor like the one in the R6. I hope this helps! Thank you! :)

[@IainTAllardyce]

@@TheZachMendez defintely helps! Especially seeing it from a working perspective. I picked up a 50 f1.2 but was a little frustrated by focus so I'm really looking forwards to the new AF

[@schekochihin_ph]

Well, as for art-portrait photoshoot, I would even PREFER the EF softness. There is no need in this extra-sharpness at all. It kind of kills the atmosphere somehow, IMHO. Wanted to reduce the sharpness and clarity on the test shots, to be honest :) But it's all about the art portraits, which is my passion. Technically, of course, the sharper lens is the better one. Thanx for the video! - By the way - got the EF after watching your video about it, for about 600$ used in nice cindition. Shoot with EOS R. Absolutely Love the lens! =) - P.S. why are you wearing mask in the hiils?? That peace of cloth doesn't help even in the city, man. They only lock us down, and tell us lies. Thanx for the vid once again. Take care!

[@TheZachMendez]

I totally get this!! Haha... & congrats on the EF! It is my fave lens - so beautiful and amazing on the R cameras. Thank you so much for watching & subscribing! Really means a lot to me :)

[@charlesp9449]

Ahh thank you for this! Never wanted to click play so fast in my life. Your 50mm EF 1.2 video made me buy it!

[@TheZachMendez]

OMG - I hope you love it as much as I do!! I loved the RF lens too, but I'm serious when I say that using it rekindled my love for the EF! Haha...The EF is just so good and really stands up well to the newer version. Thanks so much for watching and for the comment :)

[@KeithCarmichaelInFL]

Love this one! I do landscape and macro, and your contrasting the two lenses in the real world use is exactly what I needed! Unfortunately, this means more money, but it’s better to make the right choice the first time!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you for watching!! I’m so glad it was helpful 😊

[@syeduzair7830]

This video introduced me to your channel. I really like your style. It's so slow and calm. The music is perfect. The photos hist complete the whole package. Really like your style. Subscribed!! Good luck mate!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you so much! Really means a lot to hear this! I definitely want to continue making videos like this one. Really appreciate it! :)

[@RichardsModellingAdventures]

I defy anyone to notice the difference on 10 x 8 prints side by side. Outstanding images by the way

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you for watching!

[@tzbro759]

Don’t know if it’s my Ef50 lens problem or a generic problem, when I shot photos which have messy back scenes (e.g. tress with light), I can see super strong purple in the bokeh

[@TheZachMendez]

Sometimes you get color fringing in certain situations. Good news is it's a quick, easy fix in Lightroom! Hope this helps & thanks for watching!

[@eat_what_you_kill]

Great video! can i ask why you were shooting with an ND filter on?

[@TheZachMendez]

I use the ND for creative motion blur in the images :) Thanks for watching!

[@njrivetelite]

Hey Zach, Just subbed. I own both R5 & R6.. I have the zooms I need but my current prime game is weak. My primes are the RF 35 1.8 & 50 1.8 STM lenses. The quality from them is ok.. But I definitely want more from my Primes. I'm currently looking at getting a 50mm 1.2 I know that the RF is technically "better" aka sharper etc. But it's also much more expensive. So I'm trying to decide whether I should just cough up the extra $ to future proof myself or save now and still get a great 50 1.2..

[@TheZachMendez]

I would definitely invest in the RF glass if you can. That being said, I do love the EF. I recently upgraded to the RF and sold my EF and have not looked back. But honestly either way you can't go wrong. Hope this helps!

[@njrivetelite]

@@TheZachMendez definitely, It's just swallowing that initial $2100 +tax

[@HeadlessChickenTO]

RF glass seems to really unlock R mount cameras' fullest technological potential. I've noticed even my cheap RFS 10-18mm pancake lens, just how nice and sharp it gets when I was in Cuba doing beach shots on my R7 vs, my old beasty Sigma 18-35. Now I know they're not the same lens built for the same purpose, or have the same aperture. But performance wise; the RFS locked on better, faster, and slightly sharper but retained less detail than that old EFS. Now, this got me very curious. I have an old EF 70-200 f2.8L version 1 non-IS and I got some really nice shots with it. How much better would the RF version be?

[@kennethlavalle1608]

That black and white image at 9:00 reminds me of the of the still photos made of Marilyn Monroe on her last film, The Misfits. Well done.

[@TheZachMendez]

Ah thanks so much! What a compliment - much appreciated! Thanks for watching :)

[@DarkstarDarth]

Since day one my EF has stunned me in its capabilities. Kinda like golf, who can get better results? Tiger woods with a set of $200 clubs or you with a set of $10,000 clubs. Look what Ansel Adams was using, a box with a drape attachment.

[@ramonperezsanchez]

Well Zach you got me... I usually subscribe to channels that I randomly find videos.. if I see more than once video that makes me smile.. I'm subscribed with notifications.... You win bro. Looking to get an R6 and invest onto great EF glass (until photo pays any bills, then I'll look at RF) btw. That single thumbs down.. was just a sour dude totally envious of you hanging out with gorgeou models. Big high-five from the Dominican Republic! @MonchyPerez

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I’m glad you found the channel. Really appreciate you taking the time to watch! Happy shooting! 📸

[@rw3452]

Really great assesment! How do you think the 1.4 compares to the 1.2?

[@TheZachMendez]

I haven't spent much time with the 1.4, but I do have a video coming up comparing the RF 1.8 with the EF 1.2 - stay tuned :)

[@bushbeatnik4480]

Love the vid and I do prefer the EF and its "imperfections". That said and now with time past from this vid, how do you think the EF would hold up to the R5 sensor? Have you used this lens on the R5? I ask because my favorite lens of all time is my V4 35mm cron. I have had it since 89 on an M6 (film) but unfortunately it is not up to the M10R sensor challenge for me anyway. Looking to get in to an R5 and the EF 50L. Obviously rent is the way but just curious your thoughts if you think it could hang or fall apart at that res. Cheers

[@TheZachMendez]

I will be able to test it out on the R5 very soon! I'll put that on my list of videos to make.

[@zero_second_thoughts8766]

Nice comparison. But what I found even more interesting was an insight in this photoshoot. How you directed the models and getting different shots. Found myself not listening to what you where saying because I was so focused on the visuals - only to got back shortly after to hear what you had to say about the lenses. xD

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks so much for watching & for the comment! I am so glad you enjoyed the video. I really want to keep making more of these. Thanks again! :)

[@benjaminchen6357]

Zach mate you're an amazing photographer - great images!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks so much, Benjamin! Really means a lot! & Thanks for watching!

[@musaquazi3495]

What a beautiful portrait session along with genuinely helpful tips/analysis. I like to write to you to learn more. Will wait - with patience!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@JMIMEDIALLC]

Very thoughtful comparison. The RF is making a strong use case. 🤔

[@TheZachMendez]

Totally! Thanks for watching :)

[@landocycle]

Beautiful photos! I went with the R6 instead of the R5 specifically so I wouldn't have to sell all my ef lenses. The R6 renders my ef lenses beautifully at 20MP, I think they would start to show their flaws if attached to an R5 as they really weren't designed for such high resolution. R5 owners are probably better off going for the rf glass if they can afford it.

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks so much for watching! Really interesting point! Thanks so much for sharing :)

[@oo0Spyder0oo]

What? They’re just glass, wouldn’t matter what camera you used the lens on, no flaws would surface.

[@Nadoor70]

I have the R5 and all my lenses are EF lenses. They have performed their best on the R5. They seems to resolve much more than they did on my prior camera the 5d4 so I would say don’t get rid of EF glass. The 50mm/1.2 is really good. I don’t pixel peep but the bokeh and character of this lens is what makes it stand out. More recent lenses like the 35LII perform better. I am able to print poster sized prints off the R5 and have not noticed that any of the lenses lack. I also have film camera like the 1v and EOS 3 and they serve those cameras also. Maybe when RF lenses come down in price it may be time to make the move.

[@sophiaelizabethphoto]

I Have both R and R5, my ef lenses perform well on both cameras.

[@TimLucasdesign]

Dude - forget the lenses - your images and creativity are next level. I'm much more interested in your technique. What time of day was this shoot?

[@TheZachMendez]

Ah thank you! Probably shortly before sunset. Thanks for watching!

[@Xez1919]

The reflecting light setup is manipulated to provide an obvious advantage to the rf lens.

[@TheZachMendez]

Oh wow do tell?

[@craigcarlson4022]

Zach, really great coverage of these two serious lenses. And beautiful images…you have a knack. Like how you processed the. . Do we see lifestyle and fashion work in your future?

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you so much, Craig! Really means a lot. I'm glad you enjoyed the video- thanks for watching! And, sure I'd love that kind of work in the future - we'll see!

[@tonysluna]

I just became a "Fan"... Amazing video... Truly..

[@TheZachMendez]

Ah wow this is so nice. Thanks for watching!

[@priyabratadash1833]

Lens is one thing but having so lovely models also helpful

[@MarcS4R]

amazing photos , great review. I have the RF because i do a lot of Automotive, but i would love the EF also :)

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks, Marc!! I recently switched to the RF version because the EF was giving me some issues. Really love them both so much. Thanks for watching!

[@peepers4763]

Zach, I’m recently switching my EF lens for their RF counterparts. I haven’t used the control ring, not available on EF. The question, have you acquired more, if any, RF lens and if yes, how are you using the control ring? I get it would be a personal preference. What is yours?

[@TheZachMendez]

Hey there! I shoot only with RF lenses now actually haha... I do not use the control ring on any of them. It is sort of useless for me since the camera bodies have enough dials for me. I love the RF lenses for the image quality (color, sharpness, bokeh) and autofocus speed/accuracy. Thanks for watching!

[@mikeypadz]

Torn between getting the RF 50 1.2 or RF 28-70 f2! Mostly portraits, what would you recommend?

[@TheZachMendez]

Really depends on how/what you shoot! If you just had one lens, I might recommend the 28-70 for the versatility. Thanks for watching!

[@eek0212]

People always knew EF focusing system have some flaw(even some of my collegues spent tons of money to alight right focus point with camera repair shop with these prime L mount lenses) unlike their competitors like 'Nikon' but they never fixing it and finally with RF system this 'soft' lenses get a new light :) I myself own EF version but with a size, weight, price and most importanly less character than EF version make me keep my old one instead of RF version.

[@wanneske1969]

Would you recommend a Sigma 50 mm f1.4 art over the Canon 50 mm f1.2 ?

[@TheMash84]

This is the video I was looking for, a nice and good comparison between the EF 50 1.2 (which I own) and the new RF. Great job and amazing images!

[@TheZachMendez]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for watching :)

[@Noisette1011]

Thanks for the excellent video and lovely photos 😍

[@MrPanthers23]

Love this video. What shutter speed were you using for those walking shots? The mirror shots were awesome too

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed! Usually for movement, I am shooting at 1/20 or 1/15. Thanks so much for watching :)

[@MrPanthers23]

@@TheZachMendez I pulled the trigger on the RF 50mm bc of this video. Love your work. Love your style. Hopefully it comes soon.

[@MrPanthers23]

@@TheZachMendez I'm assuming you were using an ND filter. If so, did you use a dark enough setting to have a low f stop? Or was it a higher f stop since you already had motion blur.

[@NineOneFourFilms]

I enjoyed your content! I'm wondering why your using a ND filter on the RF but not the EF lens.

[@TheZachMendez]

There's no particular reason. I just only have one ND filter so it had to go on one lens or the other lol. Thanks for watching!! :)

[@hannahschmale]

Great video! Thank you! I have been using a Canon R6 with EF lenses, using the adapter. I have found that this combination creates very small file sizes. The file sizes are smaller than what my old Canon 60D produces. Have you run into this?

[@TheZachMendez]

I haven't! I don't see why the lens would impact file size drastically... Maybe double check your camera settings?

[@hannahschmale]

@@TheZachMendez Ooh, I figured it out. It was only happening with an EF-S lens! 😬

[@gabbielopez2285]

@@hannahschmale w t f?

[@hannahschmale]

@@gabbielopez2285 Can you elaborate?

[@gabbielopez2285]

@@hannahschmale yea

[@ignatkupryashin749]

Really interesting video. Both lenses allow to take fantastic photos. I think sharpness of the EF version is quite enough for me. Thank you for saving my money))

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks for watching!! 😊

[@john_mcgraw]

Great video! Would like to also see low light performance differences.

[@TheZachMendez]

Yes! I should make a low light R6 video in general. I think in low light we can expect the lenses to perform similarly optically. I know the RF version would be the winner in terms of AF for sure. Thanks so much for watching :)

[@ashdep5489]

Hey Zach can you please make the video on the filters you’re using for photography. Thanks mate.

[@TheZachMendez]

Yes!! I talk about them in my recent gear video if you are curious. Thanks for watching! :)

[@shademanirvanipour6870]

I got the canon 50MM F1.2L lens and I have it since 3 years now and you can get SHARP photos with the canon EF 50MM F1.2L if you know how to use it and if you understand photography and LIGHT

[@TheZachMendez]

Yep, great!

[@vovaziomalski1091]

Hmm have you tried it the other way around? The EF on the R6 and on the R the RF lense? Could be also the sensor is better cause R6 doesn't have that internal filter (forgot what it's called)

[@Old_Man_Jay]

New sub here! I really like your style. I’m considering the rf 1.2 though it may be awhile before I’ll save enough. I really love the way it renders the out of focus backgrounds. So beautiful!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks so much for watching and for the sub!! Yes, I definitely want to start my RF lens collection at some point - they are amazing! I really loved using the 50 while I had it.

[@Francisfphoto_]

Hey bro! Amazing comparison! I’m a RF 50 1.2 owner, and I’m looking to the RF 28-70 because of how amazing that lens is in terms of versatility and IQ! Have you ever tried it?

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks so much for watching! I really want to try the 28-70!! I had rented it for a test shoot this weekend, but it wasn't returned to Lens Rentals in time, so I am testing the RF 85L instead. BUT I really do want to try the 28-70. It's a very interesting lens.

[@Francisfphoto_]

@@TheZachMendez I followed you on IG! Go check your DM 😎

[@sols9449]

Really nice video. Plz do tell what presets you used. Very nice film look with the canons.

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you! I actually started a series about the presets I am using - check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2fUi3h_haasbNk

[@sols9449]

@@TheZachMendez I watched it was great! Please do one of those once in a while fun

[@sols9449]

@@TheZachMendez but this video east the Phil Chester. This was like a Mastin labs film preset but with the R6 looked like real film with that grain.

[@airwolf1901]

I have a question, does your RF lens work noiselessly? Because I have 24-105 / 4 and you can't hear him when AF works. Recently I used RF 50 / 1.2 and you could hear how it works. Is it normal ?

[@TheZachMendez]

I believe it is normal, although I only tested the lens for a few days, and that was a while ago, so I don't remember in detail how it sounds when using it. Sorry I can't be of more help. Thanks for watching!

[@WatchesAndPhotography]

Hey this was a nicely done video. I liked the breaks in between your thoughts with your photos from the photoshoot, and the behind the scenes footage. And, who ISN’T biased these days on social media? I have the EF 50 1.2 as well and despite its technical shortcomings, it has produced some of my very best and favourite photographs.

[@TheZachMendez]

I've also had that experience with my 50. Thanks so much for watching - glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@alexandrosmargo552]

To shoot at F1.2 during daylight, what ND filter stop did you use?

[@gilsacre6383]

Beautiful video and beautiful photos, Zach! Thank you!

[@TheZachMendez]

Thank you so much & thanks for watching!! Means the world 😊😊

[@topkho]

I don’t know why but the EF lens has more character in my view, more of a dreamy/magical look

[@TheZachMendez]

It really is a magic lens! They both are. Thanks for watching! :)

[@alexanderpopov4691]

I have noticed a lot of backlit portraits without any artificial light source😮

[@FoxyFQ300]

Hi Zach! great comparison so thank you! Did you use presets for your images here? Thanks

[@TheZachMendez]

Thanks for watching! Yes I was probably using the Phil Chester PS presets here. 😊

[@FoxyFQ300]

Zach Mendez awesome thanks, thought I recognised them! Do you work from the Adobe Standard profile?