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Sony - FE 50mm f/1.8 Standard Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black

Model: SEL50F18F/2
SKU: 6383110
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Customers highly value the exceptional image quality and affordable price point of this lens, which many users find both lightweight and easy to operate. While the compact size and impressive low-light performance are frequently praised, some users have noted that the autofocus can be slow. Additionally, a small number of customers have expressed concerns regarding the level of noise produced during operation.

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Features
  • Compatible with most Sony E-mount cameras

    For use with your existing device.

  • Standard prime lens for versatile use

    Get the shot you want with this everyday lens that is a must-have for serious full-frame camera users.

  • 50mm focal length

    A versatile focal length is ideal for capturing crystal clear shots throughout a variety of shooting situations.

  • f/1.8 maximum aperture

    Perfect for optimal light-gathering capacity, resulting in clear, highly detailed images. Circular seven-blade aperture offers beautiful defocus effect.

  • 0.14x magnification ratio

    Ensures your images come out just the way you want.

  • DC motor focus actuator system

    Drives all lens groups for optimum focus precision, speed, and quiet operation.

  • Double-gauss configuration

    Effectively suppresses field curvature and distortion.

  • Aspherical element

    Controls spherical, coma, and distortion aberrations, rendering the subject with high sharpness.

  • Durable construction

    The metal mount adds a sophisticated feel and reliable protection in challenging environments.

  • 1.48' minimum focusing distance

  • Accommodates 49mm filters

Specifications
  • Lens Mount Compatibility
    Sony E-Mount, Sony E-Mount (Full-Frame)
    Lens Type
    Standard Prime
    Minimum Focal Length
    50 millimeters
    Maximum Focal Length
    50 millimeters
    Maximum Aperture
    f/1.8
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Reviews

Customers are sayingCustomers highly value the exceptional image quality and affordable price point of this lens, which many users find both lightweight and easy to operate. While the compact size and impressive low-light performance are frequently praised, some users have noted that the autofocus can be slow. Additionally, a small number of customers have expressed concerns regarding the level of noise produced during operation.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Image Quality (809)
  • Price (132)
  • Ease of use (67)
  • Weight (62)
  • Low Light Performance (60)
  • Autofocus (226)
  • Noise (20)

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Affordable Excellence for Everyday Photography!

    Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 Review Performance The Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 offers good image quality with sharp centers and nice bokeh at f/1.8. Autofocus is reliable but can be slow and noisy, especially in low light. Build Quality Lightweight and primarily plastic, the lens is easy to carry but feels less robust compared to more expensive options. It does feature a durable metal mount. Value Highly affordable, making it an excellent entry-level prime lens for Sony full-frame users. Pros: Affordable Lightweight Good bokeh Sharp center Cons: Plastic build Slow, noisy autofocus Soft edges at wide apertures Conclusion A great budget-friendly lens with good performance, ideal for beginners and those looking for an affordable fast prime lens.

    Posted by SamTriny

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bang for your Buck!

    Even though this is not a G-series lens...it is surprisingly effective. Super light and compact, and the picture quality is way beyond what I expected for such an inexpensive lens. Would highly recommend it, especially for someone just starting out and looking for a really practical prime lens that can be used in various settings.

    Posted by Hangfive24

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid product

    The Sony 50mm f/1.8 is a great budget-friendly prime lens that pairs nicely with my Sony A7C II, offering sharp images, beautiful background blur, and a lightweight design that complements the camera's compact body. While the autofocus is a bit slow and can hunt in low light, especially for video, it performs well enough for portraits and general photography, especially with the A7C II’s excellent eye-AF. It’s not the most premium-feeling lens, but for the price, it delivers impressive image quality and is a solid choice for beginners or anyone looking for an affordable prime.

    Posted by JudeS

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good lense for the price

    Good lense for the price. I use this lense for my kids portraits and my barber pictures. It does everything i need it to do. I read some reviews talking about how slow it is in autofocus and the picture quality and my reply is u get wat u pay for. Its one of the cheapest lenses sony makes. Nonetheless a great lense for the price i have absolutely no issue with this lense at all. I paired it w/ a sony a7riv simply to jus have something to shoot with upon purchase until i can get another lense because I completely switched from canon and im starting from scratch. This lense on 50 full frame is waaay wider than on my canon crop sensor so it took some getting used to but it literally was jus an adjustment. Good buy

    Posted by Aceboog

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great image

    Fantastic lens and the price is great! Used it in music video i shot for a client. It looks great!! Also took some pictureson my way into lake Tahoe and they turned out great

    Posted by Danny

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Pros for Sony - FE 50mm f/1.8 Standard Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black
Image Quality, Price, Weight, Low Light Performance, Ease of useImage Quality, Weight, Aperture, Auto Focus, Field of ViewThere were no pros for this product—Image Quality, Price, Weight, Low Light Performance, Bokeh
Cons for Sony - FE 50mm f/1.8 Standard Prime Lens for E-mount Cameras - Black
Autofocus, NoiseBarrel DistortionThere were no cons for this product—Weather Sealing

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Questions & Answers
  • Do this fits for Sony Zav e 10 ?

    Hi Shawn, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Yes, our SEL50F18F lens can be use with ZVE10. However, the SteadyShot function does not operate when SteadyShot is set to [Standard]. If you have any other concerns or questions, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360. Rubychelle, Sony Social Support

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  • Is the aperture constant for this lens?

    Yes, the aperture is constant for this lens.

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  • Does this lens have image stabilization?

    No, this lens does not have in-lens image stabilization.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Is this lens compatible with Sony E-mount cameras?

    Yes, this lens is compatible with most Sony E-mount cameras.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What is the maximum aperture of this lens?

    The maximum aperture of this lens is f/1.8.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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