Canon EOS M50 II — Settings for Portrait Photography
Here are the recommended camera settings for portrait photography with the Canon EOS M50 II. These general values work as a great starting point — for settings tailored to your specific gear, try the wizard.
Recommended Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| ISO | 100–400 |
| Aperture | f/1.8 – f/2.8 |
| Shutter Speed | 1/125s – 1/250s |
| White Balance | Auto / Daylight |
| Focus Mode | Single AF, Eye Detection |
Tips for Your Camera
- Your Canon EOS M50 II has a 1.6x crop sensor. For stronger background blur, use your longest focal length and move closer to your subject.
These values are general recommendations. The wizard gives you values optimized for your Canon EOS M50 II and lens — plus step-by-step menu paths.
Camera-Specific Tips
- Use the Dual Pixel Autofocus with Eye Detection on the Canon EOS M50 II to ensure sharp focus on your subject's eyes, perfect for portraits and capturing expressions.
- The Canon EOS M50 II's electronic viewfinder (EVF) provides a live histogram overlay, helping you balance exposure in real-time as you adjust your settings in Manual mode.
- Customize the M-Fn button on your Canon EOS M50 II to quickly access your most-used settings, such as white balance or metering mode, for faster adjustments in the field.
Where to find these settings on your Canon EOS M50 II
ISO, aperture, shutter speed, and more in the camera menu
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