Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 Lens
Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 Overview
Lightweight Normal Prime
A simple, bright, and lightweight normal-length prime, the FE 50mm f/1.8 from Sony is a versatile lens designed for full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. Blending a sleek stature with a versatile focal length, this 50mm prime excels in a variety of shooting situations and the f/1.8 maximum aperture helps straddle an ideal balance between brightness and a compact form factor.
Optical Design
- One aspherical element is incorporated in the lens design to reduce astigmatism, field curvature, coma, and other monochromatic aberrations.
- Double-gauss optical configuration helps to reduce field curvature and distortions for more consistent image quality from edge-to-edge.
- Besides contributing to depth of field control and low-light performance, the bright f/1.8 design also helps to achieve a lightweight and compact profile, making this lens suitable for everyday, walkaround shooting.
- Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality when employing selective focus techniques.
Autofocus and Physical Design
- DC actuator motor offers quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance to suit both stills and video applications.
- Minimum focusing distance of 1.5' and a 0.15x maximum magnification suit working with nearby subjects.
- Metal bayonet offers increased durability and a solid feel when mounting the lens.
Additional information
Imaging
Lens Mount | Sony E |
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Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.67 lb |
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Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4.7 x 4.1 x 4" |
Focus
Focus Type | Autofocus |
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Lens
Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
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Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Sony E |
Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
Angle Of View | 47° |
Minimum Focus Distance | 1.48' / 45 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 0.14x |
Optical Design | 6 Elements in 5 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Focus Type | Autofocus |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 2.7 x 2.34" / 68.6 x 59.5 mm |
Lens Weight | 6.56 oz / 186 g |
Image Stabilization | No |
Filter Size | 49 mm (Front) |
Other
Brands | Sony |
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