Sony
Sony FE 50mm f/1.8
| Component | Weight | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 35% | 93.8 | |
| Technical Analysis | 30% | 81.4 | |
| Market Position | 20% | 92.0 | |
| Value Proposition | 15% | 87.6 |
Age adjustment: ×0.86 (older models get a slight downward adjustment so newer products with current technology are fairly represented).
📖 Overview
The Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 is a compact and affordable 'nifty fifty' prime lens for Sony full-frame cameras. It's a good choice for portraits, street photography, and general-purpose shooting. Its autofocus motor can be somewhat noisy compared to more expensive lenses.
📸 Browse 153 real-world sample photos taken with this lens by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.
📋 Specifications
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Mount | Sony E |
| AF Motor | DC Motor |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 45.0 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.14x |
| Elements / Groups | 6 elements in 5 groups |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Filter Diameter | 49mm |
| Weight | 186g |
| Dimensions | 68.6 x 59.5mm |
| Release Year | 2016 |
| MSRP | $249 |
🛒 Where to Buy the Sony FE 50mm f/1.8
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🖼️ Sample Photos
Real-world photos taken with the Sony FE 50mm f/1.8, sourced from SampleShots.
📷 Compatible Cameras
Native Mount
Sony Alpha a6000
Sony Alpha 7 II
Sony a6700
Sony A7C II
Sony Alpha 7S
Sony ZV-E10 II
Sony Alpha SLT-A77 II
Sony FX3
Sony A9 III
Sony A7CR
Sony Alpha a5100
Sony A1 II
+ 23 more compatible cameras
