The Sony FE 50mm F1.8 is a standard full-frame prime lens for the Sony E-mount, released by Sony in 2016.
Maker | Sony |
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Lens mount(s) | Sony E-mount |
Technical data | |
Type | Prime |
Focus drive | Direct Contact (DC) autofocus motor |
Focal length | 50mm |
Image format | 35mm full-frame |
Aperture (max/min) | f/1.8-22.0 |
Close focus distance | 0.45 metres (1.5 ft) |
Max. magnification | 1:7 (0.14x) |
Diaphragm blades | 7 |
Construction | 6 elements in 5 groups |
Features | |
Manual focus override | Yes |
Weather-sealing | No |
Lens-based stabilization | No |
Aperture ring | No |
Application | Multipurpose |
Physical | |
Max. length | 59.5 millimetres (2.34 in) |
Diameter | 68.6 millimetres (2.70 in) |
Weight | 186 grams (0.410 lb) |
Filter diameter | 49mm |
History | |
Introduction | 2016 |
Retail info | |
MSRP | $248 USD |
The lens is one of Sony's first budget lens offerings for the 50mm focal length. Though designed for Sony's full frame E-mount cameras, the lens can be used on Sony's APS-C E-mount camera bodies, with an equivalent full-frame field-of-view of 75mm.
Build quality
editThe lens features a plastic exterior over plastic internals and a rubber focus ring. It showcases recessed front lens element, focusing ring, and a matte black finish. The lens is also one of Sony's only Full-Frame lenses lacking weather resistance.