Sony FE 50mm 2.5 G FE Lens

High-speed Autofocus  

Sony have incorporated two linear motors to drive a high-speed, accurate autofocus and excellent tracking performance that utilises compatible camera body performance – beneficial for shooting street snaps and decisive moments. Switch instantly and smoothly between auto and manual focusing modes using the focus mode switch. Enjoy an instantaneous response when focusing manually as the focus ring features Linear Response MF, enabling the focus to respond linearly to focus ring rotation. 

Efficient Control 

To ensure efficient control during shooting, Sony have incorporated intuitive controls including an aperture-ring click switch that can be switched ON/OFF - ON for feedback when shooting stills, and OFF to suppress clicks when shooting movies allowing for smooth aperture adjustments. The customisable focus hold button can be assigned a variety of functions for user preference, including Eye AF function. 

G Lens Design 

The optical design of the Sony FE 50mm lens is made up of nine groups and nine elements, including two aspherical lenses and one ED (extra-low dispersion) glass elements. The aspherical elements are strategically arranged to minimise various optical aberrations to ensure images achieve high resolution across the frame – even at the widest aperture with shallow depth of field. The ED glass element works to suppress chromatic aberration and minimise colour fringing to maintain image sharpness and clarity. 

Shooting Capabilities  

With a minimum focus distance of 0.35 (AF) and 0.18x (AF) maximum magnification ratio, the user can capture subjects up close with incredible detail. The maximum F2.5 seven-blade circular aperture not only provides great control over spherical aberrations but allows the creation of beautifully natural bokeh. 

The Sony FE 50mm lens is great for movie shooting when paired with a gimbal or grip. The internal design ensures the length of the lens stays the same when focusing for comfortable shooting.  

Lightweight and Durable  

The Sony FE 50mm lens has an excellent build quality, featuring an aluminium metal finish on a lens body and hood that contributes to the overall strength and durability of the lens. The design of this lens is also dust and moisture resistant, allowing the user to work confidently in challenging outdoor environments. The diameter of the threaded hood allows for the same cap and filter to be attached to the hood and the lens barrel for convenience. The lens is extremely lightweight, weighing just 174g, making it the perfect walkabout lens that is prepared to face a variety of changing conditions.