Prius Start Button - EF 50mm f/1.8 II
A while back, I tested the macro ability of three cameras. The power button on my Prius was the test subject. My point-and-shoot cameras can be put right up against an object and focus. However, my DSLR lenses have a minimum focusing distance on the order of 0.98-4.9ft. For this particular lens, it is 1.5ft. You can see I wasn't able to get as close to the button as I could with the PowerShot SD1100 IS.
The autofocus of the EF 50mm f/1.8 II has proven hit or miss for me. When the AF struggles, I switch to manual focus, which is what I did here. This lens produces good results if focused right. On the other hand, I had to throw away all three shots I took of a scene because the AF didn't do very well. It's a $100 lens so I can't complain too much. I really like the depth of field seen here.
Prius Start Button - EF 50mm f/1.8 II
A while back, I tested the macro ability of three cameras. The power button on my Prius was the test subject. My point-and-shoot cameras can be put right up against an object and focus. However, my DSLR lenses have a minimum focusing distance on the order of 0.98-4.9ft. For this particular lens, it is 1.5ft. You can see I wasn't able to get as close to the button as I could with the PowerShot SD1100 IS.
The autofocus of the EF 50mm f/1.8 II has proven hit or miss for me. When the AF struggles, I switch to manual focus, which is what I did here. This lens produces good results if focused right. On the other hand, I had to throw away all three shots I took of a scene because the AF didn't do very well. It's a $100 lens so I can't complain too much. I really like the depth of field seen here.