Is the canon ef 35mm f 1 4l ii usm good in low light?

Yes, for low light I'd call it a strong pick. The f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in a lot of light, which helps in dim rooms, at events and on evening streets. You also get the shallow depth of field that makes a subject stand out. Compared with a kit zoom, a fast prime is the better way to get light in.

Keep two things in mind. It isn't stabilised, so in very dim places you'll want a faster shutter speed or a tripod. It's also made for full frame. On an APS-C Canon it frames like about 56mm and gives the depth of field of about f/2.2, though it still gathers light well.

It pairs best with full frame bodies such as the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV or the Canon EOS 6D Mark II. If low light is your main use, full frame is worth it.

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