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Sony FE 50mm f/1.8

Sony E

An affordable bright prime for Sony bodies with a natural field of view.

On an APS-C body such as the A6400 it frames like a 75mm lens, which is tighter — step back a little for portraits.

Focal length

50mm

Widest opening

f/1.8

Stabilisation

No

Strengths

  • Cheap and bright
  • Soft backgrounds
  • Small

Limitations

  • Slow, noisy focus
  • Not stabilised

Best for

Fits these cameras

A Sony E lens only fits Sony E cameras — check the compatibility guide before buying used gear.