Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- SEL50F18F
- SKU:
- 10187842
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
to a friend
Not bad
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This little lens honestly surprised me. For the price, it’s a pretty good starter Prime. I’ve used it for a number of quick portraits and overall I’d say it performs well for the price. If you’re starting out with primes I recommend it!
I would recommend this to a friendGreat lens for my camera
||Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Im impressed with the quality on the A6400. Great lens!!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JoseCarballo, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The SEL50F18F/2 is a great lens! Sharp quality pictures. We are happy you are enjoying your lens. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (3/14/2025) Sony Social Support
Very nifty 50
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is a no-brainer. The price is great and this 50mm will add a lot to your arsenal of lenses for portraits!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi CourtneyF,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL50F18F/2 lens. We are glad to hear that you loved this lens. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards, Larry 11-27-2024 Sony Social Support
Affordable lense
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Love the images I got from this, focus is not the best but for the price and some patience it will get the job done
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Samuel,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL50F18F/2 lens. We are glad to hear that you loved this lens. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 11-19-2024
Sony Social Support
Camera lens
||Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Loved! I’m new to cams and loved this camera. Fill it it’s a bit zoomed in but love the quality of the photos
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi SistoA,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL50F18F/2 lens. We are glad to hear that you loved this lens. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards, Larry 11-30-2024 Sony Social Support
Solid Full Frame prime lens for E-Mount cameras
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I just bought an A7III and needed at least one native, full frame (non-adapted) lens. A 50mm focal length is prob the first choice for most ppl. It’s relatively fast for an inexpensive Full Frame prime @ f1.8, provides edge to edge sharpness in the image, is lightweight and supports Manual Focus, Auto Focus and in camera iris control. Build quality is good. The next step up in a FE prime from Sony is the G class and that’s around $1300, so this is a bargain for amateur / hobby use. Comes with a removable / reversible shade. Highly Recommend!
I would recommend this to a friendGreat
||Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I needed a new lease for some night sky pictures but I started using it around town and it’s great for low light pictures and steeet photography I recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Jared,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL50F18F/2 lens. We are glad to hear that you found it as a great lens. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 8-7-2024
Sony Social Support
Incredible lens!
|Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Such an incredible lens! I use it on my Sony A7iii and I love it! You really can't go wrong with a 50mm as it is an essential for any photographer! I've been able to capture some amazing moments with this lens and can't wait to keep shooting. I can't wait to grow my Sony lens collection! Best Buy College Crew members receive products to write honest, unbiased reviews. Reviewers have been provided products free of charge and may have received nominal compensation.
I would recommend this to a friendSony 50mm 1.8
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.For the money you can’t beat it! It takes decent pictures, the bokeh is nice. I’ve heard that the focus motor is loud in some videos but I never had an issue with it on mine. It’s a very light lens. It’s the least expensive prime lens for the Sony full frame format cameras. On sale they are under $200.00 and for that price, why not get a 50mm 1.8 especially if all you have is the kit lens.
I would recommend this to a friendGET THE NIFTY FIFTY!!!
||Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.There’s a reason everyone recommends a 50mm lens. I use this all the time especially in low light. Perfect lens and not too expensive. I did get an open box (excellent condition), which saved me a little bit of $$. HIGHLY recommend!
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Taylor,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for your feedback on our SEL50F18F lens. We're glad to hear that you find our lens perfect and worth purchasing. Thanks again for choosing Sony!
If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle
1-31-2024
Sony Social Support
bang for your money
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best starting out lens for photography not so much for videography still love it for the value
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Chris2005, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The SEL50F18F/2 is a great lens. Sharp and crisp photos you get from the lens. We are happy that you are enjoying your lens. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (12/20/2024)
Best budget lens on the market!
||Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Awesome lens for the price. The 1.8 aperture is perfect for super sharp photos and at such an affordable price it’s impossible to pass up. Use this in almost every portrait setting as well as low light
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi MichaelH,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for your feedback on our SEL50F18F lens. We're happy to hear that you're satisfied with our product and find it to be the best. Thanks again for choosing Sony!
If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
Rubychelle
4-14-2024
Sony Social Support
Very pleased with my purchase
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Great product Good price Would buy product again and would recommend to others
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello SylviaD, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The SEL50F18F/2 is a great prime lens! One of the best in our lens line! We are happy your enjoying the lens. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to reach at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (1/14/2025) Sony Social Support
Just right for price
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I should start with saying that I am not an ardent photographer. A6300 was my second serious camera purchase. This is my go-to lens at the moment. The photos are crisp and it doesn't dent your budget. I don't think there is image stabilization so you need really steady hands in low light or get a tripod. Sometimes I have seen that AF takes time and keeps on focussing on some other thing than what you want it to focus on.
I would recommend this to a friendYea you need this lens.
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This is an amazing lens for any beginner photographer. It’s even better when it’s on sale
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello MKPP, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The SEL50F18F/2 is a great lens! We are happy that you are enjoying the lens. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360, Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (12/23/2024) Sony Social Support
Excellent for you camera
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent. Really good Lens for your camera. Totally recommended. Super professional.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Kathering, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It's great to hear you are enjoying this lens. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 12-28-24 Sony Social Support
The nifty 50
||Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.If you’re trying to use prime lenses, this is a great one to start with. It’s gray for beginners and amateurs.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello Amazing, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Its great to hear this lens has been perfect for you. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda Sony Social Support
Amazing lens
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Hands down my best purchase for an everyday photographer. I fell in love with my pictures after taking them with this. Would recommend 100% as a first add on to your camera.
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Ricoshijin,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your experience with the SEL50F18F/2 lens. We are glad to hear that you found it as an amazing lens. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry 6-5-2024
Sony Social Support
Sony lens
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Excellent lens for basic photography love the quality
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hello JosephC, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. The SEL50F18F/2 is a great lens! One of the best in our line. We are happy you are enjoying your lens. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to us at Sony's General Consumer Support: 239-245-6360. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Edward (2/21/2025) Sony Social Support
Perfect portrait lens for my a6100
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I needed a potrait lens and the 80mm designed for the aps-c is not cost effective . This lens is designed for the full sensor cameras but works wonders with the aps-c family. The conversion from full chip to aps-c is 1.5. So this 50mm is now a 75mm. Close enough to the 80mm
I would recommend this to a friendBrand response from SonyListens
Posted .Hi Joenandade,
Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about the SEL50F18F lens. We are glad to hear that you found it as a perfect portrait lens for you camera. Thank you for choosing Sony.
For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.
Regards,
Larry
Sony Social Support