Sony FE 50mm F1.8

f/1.8-22.0Close focus distance0.45 metres (1.5 ft)Max. magnification1:7 (0.14x)Diaphragm blades7Construction6 elements in 5 groupsFeaturesManual focus override

YesWeather-sealing

NoLens-based stabilization

NoAperture ring

NoApplicationMultipurposePhysicalMax. length59.5 millimetres (2.34 in)Diameter68.6 millimetres (2.70 in)Weight186 grams (0.410 lb)Filter diameter49mmHistoryIntroduction2016Retail infoMSRP$248 USD

The Sony FE 50mm F1.8 is a standard full-frame prime lens for the Sony E-mount, released by Sony in 2016.

The lens is one of Sony's first budget lens offerings for the 50mm focal length. Though designed for Sony's full frame E-mount cameras, the lens can be used on Sony's APS-C E-mount camera bodies, with an equivalent full-frame field-of-view of 75mm.

Build quality

The lens features a plastic exterior over plastic internals and a rubber focus ring. It showcases recessed front lens element, focusing ring, and a matte black finish. The lens is also one of Sony's only Full-Frame lenses lacking weather resistance.