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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1669 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the image quality, price, ease of use, low light performance, weight, and size of the FE 50mm f/1.8 Standard Prime Lens. Many appreciate its affordability and how lightweight and compact it is. However, some customers note that the autofocus could be improved, and some have mentioned that it produces some noticeable noise. The lens is generally well-regarded for its performance and value.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My opinion

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product well made just what I needed highly recommend for your first lens

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi CourtneyW,
      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 6-15-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    5 stars

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the nifty fifty lens! It takes beautiful shots and its compact for my bag

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi TGB0,
      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 6-13-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid affordable lens

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needed a low light camera lens. Bought this last minute and it’s one of my favorite lens at the moment for the price!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi JonathanF,

      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 affordable and solid to use. 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

      1-21-2024

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was the only lens I could find in the valley, but it works as intended and the quality is better than expected. The lens is also clearer than I expected for the price point

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      We're happy to hear that the SEL50F18F/2 is better than you expected! Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Glenn Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Use it with my Sony 6000. Great clear pictures with quick reaction time

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    50 for the win

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very affordable compared to a lot on the market right now which is always a plus and takes awesome pictures I love the quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello Richard, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your feedback on this lens. The 50mm F1.8 is definitely a winner for both affordability and quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 12-08-23 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    na/

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent lense for the purpose on my camera Sony

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi MarcoR,
      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 excellent lens. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 9-10-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great value

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The lens is easy to use and takes beautiful pictures. It is a very good kens for portraits and an excellent value.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi EricM,

      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 easy to use 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

      1-21-2024

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like use this lens landscape and portrait Photography

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello SSRacing, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Its great to hear you are loving this lens for both your landscape and portraits. This compact lens is perfect for all occasions. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 08-20-24 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The one lens to do it all

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you want a 50mm this is your go to! If you are a beginner then don’t hesitate and buy this one! Because you just can’t go wrong with it! Dreamy Boka and sharp images!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      We're happy to hear that you're liking the bokeh and the sharp images your SEL50F18F/2 can create! Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Glenn Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Lens for Portraits

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This a great lens for all photographers. Gets the job done with ease.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Creative Approved!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was the perfect choice for my first Sony lens purchase, working from making the switch from my Canon set to Sony. This has been fantastic for the portrait work I do and allows me to push my lighting options to make the creative content I want!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    lens

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product for value but wasn’t what i needed would recommend for many people to start off with and learn their lens and camera

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TahjS,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your feedback on our SEL50F18F lens. We're glad to hear that you find our lens great. Your recommendation means a lot to us.
      If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
      Rubychelle 11-9-2023
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Absolutely!!!

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    You can never go wrong with the nifty fifty!! The 1.8 f stop is perfect for anything! The lens is crisp and clear and makes for amazing photos!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JamieM, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on this nifty lens. We are happy to hear you are enjoying the crisp and clear image quality from this lens. Thank you for choosing Sony. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. -Linda Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best little Nifty Fifty

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This little lens is worth the money. It does what I need. I use DMF on my cameras so the speed of autofocus is not an issue for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KelliH, thank you for sharing your feedback. Its great to hear you are enjoying this little nifty lens. It is a great asset to have in your photographic arsenal. Thank you for sharing. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. -Linda 10-27-23 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens for the price. Works really well with camera, no issues.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    50mm Review

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The 50mm works as it should. This is a great budget lens.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KhiryW,
      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 8-1-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good lens for the money.

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great lens for the price! I bought this lens as knowing how much I was spending and did not have high expectations but it has done great! Just know this is not a $1K lens when purchasing. Overall good cost effective buy for a hobby photographer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony mini 50mm lens

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing Sony camera lens i just get it and some minutes later i star to shoot with this little friend, exelent quality and sharp images..... sorry i almost forgot the lens was open box, bit no problems at all., like a new.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have not taken this lens off my camera since I bought this in October it’s not near the middle of December and man this lens does it all I should of bought this with my Sony A7iii when I bought it. I would suggest anyone who buys this camera don’t skip out on buying this lens you will love it and use it!

    I would recommend this to a friend