Lens Details
Sony
E 50mm f/1.8 OSS
$299~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: November 11, 2011
Highlights
- Designed for Sony E, a APS-C 50mm f/1.8 portrait prime that is a go-to all-rounder.
- A fast f/1.8 maximum aperture gives smooth background blur and excellent low-light reach.
- Optical stabilization for sharper handheld shots, and it is lightweight at 202g.
Who it's for
The Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS is a 50mm 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.
- ✓Handheld stills and video — optical stabilisation smooths shake.
50mm
Focal Length
f/1.8
Max Aperture
APS-C
Coverage
○
Stabilized
202g
Weight
49mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 7 |
| Optical Groups | 5 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | No |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | APS-C |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 32° |
| 35mm Equivalent | 75-75mm |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 39 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $299 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 49mm |
| Diameter | 62.6mm |
| Length | 63.9mm |
| Weight | 202g (7.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
