Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II value (October 2026)

Lens · 1990–2015

Typical sale price (used)

$66–$79

Middle of the market ≈ $70.39 · 295 for sale on eBay −9%

List at

$79.99

The going asking price, with room for offers.

Quick sale

$65.99

Priced to sell within days.

Based on current eBay asking prices (89 matching listings, Oct 21, 2026), discounted to estimate sold prices; updated weekly. Parts-only, untested and accessory listings are left out.

Price history

Sep 21, 2026: $88 median askOct 5, 2026: $82 median askOct 12, 2026: $82 median askOct 19, 2026: $80 median ask
Sep 21, 2026Median ask (line) and middle half of asks (band), weeklyOct 19, 2026

Listed on eBay now

Asking prices at the last refresh, cheapest to dearest. Some may have sold since.

About the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

The “nifty fifty”: Canon’s budget EF-mount 50mm f/1.8, released in December 1990 and nicknamed the “plastic fantastic” for its plastic mount. It autofocuses on every Canon EOS film and digital SLR and was replaced by the STM version in 2015. Check that autofocus works and the mount is not cracked or loose.

What affects the price

  • Fungus (web-like threads), haze or separation inside the glass. Shine a flashlight through the lens to check.
  • Oily or sticky aperture blades, and a smooth, even focus ring.
  • Scratches on the front element and cleaning marks. Light dust is normal and barely affects price.
  • Front and rear caps, the hood and the original box add a little; the mount matters most for who can use it.

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FAQ

How much is a Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II worth?+

As of October 2026, a used Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II typically sells for about $66–$79, based on 89 current eBay listings. Asking prices are discounted about 12% to estimate what it actually sells for.

What should I list a Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II for?+

List at around $79.99 to sit mid-pack with room for offers, or around $65.99 to sell it quickly. Condition, what’s included and good photos move it up or down.

Are these sold prices?+

No. eBay only shares sold prices with approved partners, so this guide uses current asking prices on eBay (items for sale right now), drops accessories, parts-only and outlier listings, and discounts the middle of the range to estimate the sale price. It is updated weekly.

How do I check the value of my own Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II?+

Use What’s It Worth? to search live eBay listings with your exact description and condition, or the FlipperTools extension to see sold prices on eBay’s own search pages.

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