The Sony FE 50mm F1.8 is a standard full-frame prime lens for the Sony E-mount, released by Sony in 2016.
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| Maker | Sony |
|---|---|
| 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.
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The 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.
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