Canon EF 50mm F1.2L

Here are the latest photos I captured with my Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM lens. These samples showcase how effectively this lens performs across diverse settings, conditions, and subjects, thus providing a comprehensive look at its real-world performance. These should help you decide if the Canon EF 50mm F1.2L USM lens could be the perfect addition to your kit.

Audi S4

Audi S4

Another test drive thanks to Audi Ikebukuro: a brand new 2017 Audi S4, and when I say brand new it’s not a figure of speech: it only had 30km on the odometer when they gave me the keys! I used to own the previous generation and this one is even better. Just makes it too…

Oden Time
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Oden Time

With the cold weather settling back in Tokyo, it’s the perfect time to enjoy some warm and comforting oden! This classic Japanese dish, with its simmered daikon, eggs, fish cakes, and more, soaking up all the rich flavors of the broth, is a winter staple that never fails to satisfy. A cozy bowl to keep…

Baikinman
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Baikinman

Put my daughter’s Baikinman toy to good use while setting up my tripod, flash, and umbrella. It made the perfect stand-in subject for tweaking the lighting and angles. A fun and oddly effective way to test the setup before the real shots!

Fée Délice

Fée Délice

Enjoyed some good crêpes in Harajuku at Fée Délice—light, flavorful, and satisfying as always. The ambiance adds to the experience, but the cider? Delicious, yet predictably overpriced. Still, it’s a nice treat in the middle of Tokyo’s bustling streets.

Shibuya Summer

Shibuya Summer

Tokyo summers are relentless—sweltering heat, high humidity, and that sticky feeling as soon as you step outside. I honestly don’t know anyone who enjoys it. The city buzzes on, but you can feel everyone just trying to survive until the cooler autumn air finally rolls in.

Shinjuku Parking

Shinjuku Parking

Right next to the bustling JR station in Shinjuku, I stumbled upon a surprisingly old parking entrance. Its faded signs and worn concrete felt like a relic from another era, standing in stark contrast to the modern, fast-paced vibe of the area. A quiet reminder of Shinjuku’s layers of history amid all the urban energy.

Platform Motion
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Platform Motion

Yes, I know—another one—but I just can’t resist: more platform motion blur! There’s something endlessly fascinating about capturing the dynamic flow of trains against the stillness of the platform. The streaks of light and color add an energy that never gets old. It’s a shot I’ll probably keep revisiting.

Shibuya Folks
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Shibuya Folks

15 minutes of ethnology in Shibuya: a visual dive into the human symphony of Tokyo’s busiest district. From fashion-forward locals to fleeting moments of connection, it’s a kaleidoscope of life and culture. All colors as captured—no edits, just raw, vivid reality.

Shibuya Rain
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Shibuya Rain

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again—I absolutely love the colors straight out of the L lenses. This shot with the 50mm f/1.2L is no exception. The tones are rich and vibrant without feeling overdone, and the lens’s rendering at wide aperture adds that magical, buttery quality. A joy to work with every…