Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 Overview
Key Features
- E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
- Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
- One Aspherical Element
- Double-Gauss Optical Design
- DC Autofocus Motor
- Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm
Lightweight Normal Prime
A simple, bright, and lightweight normal-length prime, the FE 50mm f/1.8 from Sony is a versatile lens designed for full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. Blending a sleek stature with a versatile focal length, this 50mm prime excels in a variety of shooting situations and the f/1.8 maximum aperture helps straddle an ideal balance between brightness and a compact form factor.
Optical Design

- One aspherical element is incorporated in the lens design to reduce astigmatism, field curvature, coma, and other monochromatic aberrations.
- Double-gauss optical configuration helps to reduce field curvature and distortions for more consistent image quality from edge-to-edge.

- Besides contributing to depth of field control and low-light performance, the bright f/1.8 design also helps to achieve a lightweight and compact profile, making this lens suitable for everyday, walkaround shooting.
- Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality when employing selective focus techniques.
Autofocus and Physical Design
- DC actuator motor offers quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance to suit both stills and video applications.
- Minimum focusing distance of 1.5' and a 0.15x maximum magnification suit working with nearby subjects.
- Metal bayonet offers increased durability and a solid feel when mounting the lens.
Sony FE 50mm F/1.8 Specs
Focal Length |
50mm |
Maximum Aperture |
f/1.8 |
Minimum Aperture |
f/22 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E |
Lens Format Coverage |
Full-Frame |
Angle of View |
47° |
Minimum Focus Distance |
1.48' / 45 cm |
Maximum Magnification |
0.14x |
Optical Design |
6 Elements in 5 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades |
7, Rounded |
Focus Type |
Autofocus |
Image Stabilization |
No |
Filter Size |
49 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) |
2.7 x 2.34" / 68.6 x 59.5 mm |
Weight |
6.56 oz / 186 g |
Packaging Info
Package Weight |
0.67 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
4.7 x 4.1 x 4" |