Cheecar’s New 50mm f/1.2 APS-C Lens

credits: Cheecar

Cheecar has introduced a new 50mm f/1.2 lens for APS-C cameras with fluorescent markings that make it easier to read the aperture and focus scales in low light. The lens uses a 5-group, 7-element optical design and an 11-blade diaphragm, aiming to produce smooth background blur and consistent image quality across the frame. Built entirely from metal, it has a traditional manual-focus design and a stepped aperture ring that gives a clicky feel when adjusting exposure settings.

The 50mm f/1.2 has a minimum focusing distance of 0.7 meters, so it is better suited for portraits or general everyday shooting rather than close-up work. Its bright maximum aperture is useful for low-light scenes or getting the shallow depth of field look, while the 52mm front filter thread makes it easy to use with common filters. Since it is a manual lens, there is no electronic communication with the camera, you will be setting both focus and aperture yourself.

Cheecar is releasing the lens for several popular mounts, including Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF-S, Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, and Micro Four Thirds, so it should fit into most APS-C setups. The lens is priced at $79.00 and, for now, appears to be available exclusively through eBay, as Cheecar sells directly from China.