Tom Williams wrote:
> Hello all, Happy Holidays.
>
> I'm thinking of buying a 50mm f/1.4 USM. I think it was here I saw mention
> of the 50mm f/1.8 that had a plastic mount and was prone to breakage? How
> is the f/1.4 in this regard? Any other input would be greatly
> appreciated. I'd be using it on a EOS A2.
>
By most accounts, the plastic mount is a non issue. I can't speak for the 1.4
because I don't own one. I have the 1.8 and its optics are excellent. I'm
always pleased with the results. I bought a cheap hood with a screw mount and
leave it on.
Jean-Marc
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