Lens Details
Sony
FE 50mm f/2.5 G
$599~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: March 26, 2021
Highlights
- Full-frame 50mm f/2.5 standard prime for Sony E, a flexible walkaround choice.
- An optical formula of 9 elements in 8 groups helps control aberrations and flare.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, a dedicated aperture ring for video and manual control, and it is lightweight at 174g.
Who it's for
The Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G is a 50mm f/2.5 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
50mm
Focal Length
f/2.5
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
174g
Weight
49mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 9 |
| Optical Groups | 8 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.5 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 47° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.23x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $599 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 49mm |
| Diameter | 68mm |
| Length | 45.5mm |
| Weight | 174g (6.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
