Lens Details
Samyang
AF 45mm f/1.8 FE
$299~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: September 26, 2019
Highlights
- A full-frame 45mm f/1.8 standard prime for Sony E — a versatile everyday option.
- The bright f/1.8 aperture delivers a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance.
- It is lightweight at 162g, pairing well with Sony E bodies.
Who it's for
The Samyang AF 45mm f/1.8 FE is a 45mm f/1.8 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.8 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
45mm
Focal Length
f/1.8
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
162g
Weight
58mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 45mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 8 |
| Optical Groups | 7 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 51° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | STM |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 48 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $299 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Diameter | 68mm |
| Length | 73.4mm |
| Weight | 162g (5.7 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
