Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 Lens – Compact Standard Prime for E-Mount

The Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 is a lightweight, affordable standard prime lens for Sony full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras, delivering a natural 50mm perspective with a bright f/1.8 maximum aperture for beautiful background blur, excellent low-light performance, and sharp, versatile imagery. Whether you’re shooting portraits, street photography, travel, or everyday moments, this compact 50mm prime is the ideal walkaround lens for any Sony Alpha shooter.

Key Features

Bright f/1.8 maximum aperture for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field control
Natural 50mm focal length — ideal for portraits, street, travel, and everyday photography
1 aspherical element to reduce astigmatism, field curvature, coma, and monochromatic aberrations
Double-Gauss optical configuration for consistent edge-to-edge image quality
7-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth, pleasing bokeh
DC actuator motor for quick, quiet, and accurate autofocus — suitable for stills and video
Minimum focus distance: 1.5’ / 45cm; 0.15× maximum magnification
Metal bayonet mount for durability and a solid, secure fit
Compact and lightweight at just 186g — perfect for everyday carry
Compatible with all Sony full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras

Technical Specifications

Model: Sony FE 50mm f/1.8
Lens Mount: Sony E (Full-Frame)
Focal Length: 50mm
Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
Diaphragm Blades: 7 (rounded)
Optical Construction: 1 aspherical element; double-Gauss design
Autofocus: DC actuator motor
Min. Focus Distance: 1.5’ / 45cm
Max. Magnification: 0.15×
Filter Thread: 49mm
Length: 68.6mm
Weight: 186g / 6.6 oz
Image Stabilisation: Via compatible E-mount camera body (IBIS)
SKU: LENSOE50F18F

What’s in the Box

Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 Lens
Lens Hood ALC-SH128
Front Lens Cap ALC-F49S
Rear Lens Cap ALC-R1EM

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