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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1737 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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Customers regard the FE 50mm f/1.8 Prime Lens for Sony Alpha E-mount Cameras highly for its image quality, affordable price, ease of use, low light performance, and compact size and weight. However, some customers have expressed concerns about the autofocus speed and the level of noise it produces. Overall, the lens seems to be well-received for its optical qualities and user-friendliness.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    85mm F1.8

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

    Excellent for portraiture. No complaints for such an affordable prime lens.

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

    Excellent full frame 50mm prime lens value.

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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.

    Good value prime lens. It won't break the bank but will give you great pictures!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent Lens

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

    This is a cheap lens my wife and I bought for use with our Sony a7ii. The autofocus is a bit slow but overall it is a nice entry level lens.

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

    SUPER SHARP.

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lens is quick! Images are very sharp, cannot beat this lens for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good little lens

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

    Great IQ for the price. Fully functional. Just like canons nifty fifty but native in sony.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good beginner lense

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good starter lense. My first lense I bought. Easy to use and get accustomed with. Would definitely recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good lens for beginners

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

    Although there is some auto focus issues and a few others, it is still a really good lens to start out with and get used to the camera.

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

    Great lens

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

    The lens is an amazing for everyday use, I recommended it to everyone that’s needs a fixed lens.

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

    Excellent all around prime

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

    Great, reliable lense. Sharp images and perfect middle ground for anyone deciding what prime to buy first.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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

    I researched before buying and asked the sale person about it. Both were positive about that product. Tried several pictures with it. And they are very good.

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

    Very fast and Great Images

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Basically your go to lens. Very fast and i love the quality images it provides. Loving it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • 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 for portraits. Nicely constructed, and the images came out great. Very happy with this purchase

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fast, but not super sharp

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    Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It isn't the sharpest lens I've ever used, but for the price it is a nice, quick lens to get away from the kit lens.

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

    Love it!

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

    This is my favorite lens. I can't live without it. Takes beautiful pictures. Great quality.

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

    Great

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

    I have many lenses in my bag and this one is my favorite to date. Crisp clean pictures in both day and night.

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

    Amazing lens

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

    These have made my pictures so crisp and lovely. Portraits are the best with these lens

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

    Excellent all around lens

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

    This is a great beginner to intermediate lens. Has great quality and crisp photos and amazing bokeh!

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

    Great lens for what it costs

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

    I didnt like the fact that it extended out to focus Great lens for what it costs

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

    Great value

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

    I upgraded from the kit lens, and this lens offered a big improvement. Great vale.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi, Matt! That's great! We are glad that you are satisfied with the product. Thank you for choosing Sony. ~Ralph Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great lense

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

    It is a starter lense. But will give you great results, and help you determine if you want to spend more for even better shots.

    I would recommend this to a friend