Canon 24-70mm L vs. 50mm 1.8

[macmike]

I know this sounds like a strange comparison. But is it fair to expect a similar level of sharpness from these two lenses?

The thing is, I've heard that the 24-70 is incredibly sharp. But at the moment my nifty fifty blows it right away. I know it's a prime, so will always have the edge, but it's a £1000 lens vs a £70 lens. Am I not right to expect more from it?

If someone has these two lenses, I'd love to hear your opinion.

Thanks.

 

[pearce_jj]

Could you post some samples?

 

[macmike]

All 100% crops at the focus point (not centre)

1/200th f/5.6

1/200th f/4

1/1250th f/2.8

They're not terribly scientific yet (haven't had the time). But I think every other lens in my kit has given me sharper shots.

 

[pearce_jj]

You're right, it's completely knackered and unfortunately they're also uneconomic to repair. I'll offer you £50 for it though

Seriously they look OK to me.