Canon R50: what each focal length frames
The Canon R50 has a 1.6x crop factor (Canon APS-C sensor), so a lens frames like its focal length times 1.6x on full frame. A 50 mm lens on the Canon R50 frames like 80 mm on full frame.
Lens mount: Canon RF.
Compare focal lengths on the Canon R50 over a photo
How the frames nest on the Canon R50
Focal length table for the Canon R50
| Focal length | Full-frame equivalent | Horizontal angle | Vertical angle | Diagonal angle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 mm | 22 mm | 77.6° | 56.4° | 88.0° |
| 16 mm | 26 mm | 70.2° | 50.2° | 80.4° |
| 18 mm | 29 mm | 64.0° | 45.2° | 73.8° |
| 20 mm | 32 mm | 58.7° | 41.1° | 68.1° |
| 24 mm | 38 mm | 50.2° | 34.7° | 58.8° |
| 28 mm | 45 mm | 43.8° | 30.0° | 51.6° |
| 35 mm | 56 mm | 35.6° | 24.2° | 42.2° |
| 40 mm | 64 mm | 31.4° | 21.2° | 37.4° |
| 50 mm | 80 mm | 25.4° | 17.1° | 30.3° |
| 70 mm | 112 mm | 18.3° | 12.2° | 21.9° |
| 85 mm | 136 mm | 15.1° | 10.1° | 18.1° |
| 100 mm | 160 mm | 12.8° | 8.6° | 15.4° |
| 135 mm | 216 mm | 9.5° | 6.4° | 11.4° |
| 200 mm | 320 mm | 6.4° | 4.3° | 7.7° |
| 300 mm | 480 mm | 4.3° | 2.9° | 5.2° |
Classic full-frame looks on the Canon R50
To get the framing a full-frame shooter means by these focal lengths, use these on the Canon R50:
- To frame like 24 mm on full frame, use 15 mm on the Canon R50.
- To frame like 35 mm on full frame, use 22 mm on the Canon R50.
- To frame like 50 mm on full frame, use 31 mm on the Canon R50.
- To frame like 85 mm on full frame, use 53 mm on the Canon R50.
- To frame like 135 mm on full frame, use 84 mm on the Canon R50.
What each lens covers at a distance on the Canon R50
Width x height of the scene each focal length captures on the Canon R50, held horizontally. Close up, real lenses frame a little tighter than this.
| Focal length | At 1 m | At 2 m | At 3 m | At 5 m | At 10 m |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 mm | 0.9 × 0.6 m | 1.9 × 1.2 m | 2.8 × 1.9 m | 4.7 × 3.1 m | 9.4 × 6.2 m |
| 35 mm | 0.6 × 0.4 m | 1.3 × 0.9 m | 1.9 × 1.3 m | 3.2 × 2.1 m | 6.4 × 4.3 m |
| 50 mm | 0.5 × 0.3 m | 0.9 × 0.6 m | 1.4 × 0.9 m | 2.2 × 1.5 m | 4.5 × 3.0 m |
| 85 mm | 0.3 × 0.2 m | 0.5 × 0.4 m | 0.8 × 0.5 m | 1.3 × 0.9 m | 2.6 × 1.8 m |
| 135 mm | 0.2 × 0.1 m | 0.3 × 0.2 m | 0.5 × 0.3 m | 0.8 × 0.6 m | 1.7 × 1.1 m |
Portrait distances on the Canon R50
How far to stand from the subject with the Canon R50 held vertically, so the subject fills 90% of the frame height. Full body means a 1.8 m person, head and shoulders about 0.5 m.
- With 35 mm on the Canon R50: about 3.1 m (10 ft) for a full-body portrait, 0.9 m (2.8 ft) for head and shoulders.
- With 50 mm on the Canon R50: about 4.4 m (15 ft) for a full-body portrait, 1.2 m (4.1 ft) for head and shoulders.
- With 85 mm on the Canon R50: about 7.6 m (25 ft) for a full-body portrait, 2.1 m (6.9 ft) for head and shoulders.
- With 135 mm on the Canon R50: about 12.0 m (39 ft) for a full-body portrait, 3.3 m (11 ft) for head and shoulders.
Questions
What does a 50 mm lens look like on the Canon R50?
It frames like 80 mm on full frame, with a horizontal angle of view of 25.4°.
Which lens gives a 50 mm full-frame look on the Canon R50?
A lens of about 31 mm. It frames like 50 mm on full frame.
How far do I stand for a full-body portrait with an 85 mm lens on the Canon R50?
About 7.6 m (25 ft) from the subject, with the camera held vertically. That fits a 1.8 m person in 90% of the frame height. For head and shoulders, stand about 2.1 m (6.9 ft) away.
How much does a 35 mm lens cover at 3 m on the Canon R50?
About 1.9 × 1.3 m, width by height, with the camera held horizontally. At 10 m it covers about 6.4 × 4.3 m.
Can I see these focal lengths on the Canon R50 before buying a lens?
Yes. Prospekt for iPhone has the Canon R50 built in. Pick it, choose a focal length and point your phone to see the framing live.