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Sony - E 50mm F1.8 OSS Portrait Lens (SEL50F18/B), Black

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Features

  • Built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization and 7-blade circular aperture for beautiful defocus effects
  • Minimum Focus Distance : 1.28 ft (0.39 m), Maximum Magnification ratio : 0.16x, Focal-Length : 50 mm and filter diameter (mm) is 49 mm
  • Large F1.8 maximum aperture enables beautiful defocusing effects. Angle of View (APS-C) : 32
  • "Compact, lightweight mid-range telephoto prime with elegant aluminum alloy exterior.Diaphragm Blades 7, Rounded"
  • In-the-box: Hood (ALC-SH116), Lens front cap, Lens rear cap

Description

The built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization system provides a 4-stop (approx.) shutter speed advantage, making it significantly easier to achieve crisp, blur-free images and video. From the Manufacturer E 50mm F1.8 OSS Prime LensThis 50mm mid range telephoto lens offers a focal length that is perfect for portraiture and a range of other subjects, a bright F1.8 maximum aperture, Optical SteadyShot (OSS) image stabilization and impressive image quality, all in a surprisingly compact and lightweight package. Add responsive, quiet autofocus and aperture operation, and you have a lens that is ideally suited to shooting movies as well as stills.TechnologyCircular ApertureWhen changing your aperture to defocus the background, the light sources appear blurred. This ‘bokeh’ effect of the blurred background can be enhanced with circular aperture blades used in this lens. Conventional aperture blades have flat sides creating unappealing polygonal shaped defocussed points of light. α lenses overcome this problem through a unique design that keeps the aperture almost perfectly circular from its wide-open setting to when it is closed by 2 stops. Smoother, more natural defocusing can be obtained as a result.Lens-based optical image stabilizationGyro sensors built into the lens detect even the slightest movement, and the stabilization lens is precisely shifted to counteract any image blur that might occur. The use of precision, quiet linear motors and technology inherited from high-end Sony professional camcorders results in exceptionally quiet, effective image stabilization that contributes to high- quality movies as well as stills.Additional FeaturesInternal focusingOnly the middle groups of the optical system move to achieve focus, so the overall length of the lens does not change. Other important benefits include fast autofocusing and a short minimum focusing distance. Also, the filter thread at the front of the lens does not rotate, which is convenient if you’re using a polarizing filter.2013 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographic and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony, BIONZ, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Sync, Cyber-shot, Exmor, InfoLITHIUM, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick Duo, the Memory Stick logo, Optical SteadyShot, Remote Commander, Smile Shutter, Stamina, SteadyShot, Theatre Sync, TruBlack, and Xtra Fine LCD are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Mac OS and iMovie are trademarks of Apple Computers, Inc. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Brand: Sony


Focal Length Description: 50mm


Lens Type: Telephoto


Compatible Mountings: Sony E


Camera Lens Description: 50 month


Product Dimensions: 2.44 x 2.44 x 2.44 inches


Item Weight: 7.1 ounces


Item model number: SEL50F18/B


Batteries: 1 Lithium Ion batteries required.


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: August 26, 2013


Manufacturer: Sony


Language: English, English, English, English, English


Country of Origin: China


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Great Store!
Fantastic lens. Great store too. I am glad I bought used. Half the price and came with lens filter and some cleaning supplies. Highly recommend the store for future used gear purchases. The item literally is mint.
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2025 by Aayush

  • “Excellent optics, especially if you’re just starting in this field!”
I bought this lens about two years ago; it was my first lens, and I truly have no regrets. I did almost all my initial projects with it. If you’re just starting out, I recommend it 100% for both video and photography. Keep in mind that it can be challenging to use in tight spaces, as you need a certain distance depending on what you’re focusing on. The most positive aspect for me is its quality and brightness, as it has an aperture of F1.8. Additionally, its focusing speed is quite good. The only downside for me has been the chromatic aberration in certain situations, but it still remains one of the best. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2024 by Milanes_ss Milanes_ss

  • Great for portraits and close-up shots, good beginning prime lens
Disclaimer: I'm an amateur photographer and purchased a Sony a6000 several months ago with the 16-55mm kit lens. I quickly graduated from the kit lens, however, and really wanted to unlock the power of my new camera. After debating between Sony's prime 35mm and 50mm, I settled with this bad boy first. I can't say this is my go-to lens that I leave on 90% of the time, but it definitely fills a specific niche depending on the situation. Thanks to its relatively low f-stop of 1.8 compared to the kit lens, it's great for portraits. Even at around f/2.5 to f/2.8, you still get that creamy bokeh in the background with nice subject isolation. To justify its $300 price tag, however, I've used it for other situations. As a Yelper Elite, I'm constantly that camera dork who takes pictures of every restaurant entree I order before shoving it away voraciously into my mouth. With that said, it operates well when taking close up shots. Extreme shots of insects, flowers, etc. would be better justified with a macro lens, although you can consider a cheap alternative from Meike (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BXZ9ALQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) to turn this 50mm into a quasi-macro lens. I've also used it occasionally for street photography, although its large focal length makes it cumbersome to use indoors. You can't really zoom out with your feet once your back hits the wall, ya know? In these particular situations, I will use the 50mm hands-down. Is it the most versatile lens? No. That's why I also have Sony's 28mm f/2, which I find myself leaving on my camera most of the time. In hindsight I would have purchased my 28mm prime first, given its practicality. However, the 50mm acts as a great sidekick with the kit lens and should eventually find its way into your camera bag, regardless of when you purchase it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2016 by david groves david groves

  • Unbelievable. Favorite Lens!
For some reason, I just don’t enjoy shooting at distance, so the only two lenses that I end up using on my 6400 are this lens and the Sigma 16mm. The 16 is wide, so I keep the 50mm on when not in use so I can grab and shoot under most conditions. There are plenty of other reviews so I won’t belabor. Yes, the lens is as amazing at capturing every nuance of a moment as everyone says. However, there is one thing in particular that I want to mention for the next person that might be considering this lens. The built-in stabilization in this lens saves a lot of pictures! As I said, this is my grab and go lens. When I’m grabbing and going, I’m usually not using a tripod. Based on my historical experience, I know how many pictures I need to take to get one that is usable. When I’m using this lens, that number drops substantially. I am aware that when people are gushing about their non-Sony lenses, they downplay how significant the stabilization is. I get it, I love my Sigma lens on this camera, but I can’t say enough how great it is to have the extra edge provided by the stabilization. This is true of both motion pictures and stills. I personally believe this lens must be in the bag! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2020 by SloMo SloMo

  • Live stream improvements
I got this lens to replace a lens that was malfunctioning. It’s a much improved version of what I had. The clarity is very good and it works well in lower lighting. I had to lower my ISO for this lens, which I was happy with overall I’m pleased with the lens. I did have to move the camera back from the subject a little more. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2024 by hardmantoplz

  • Every A6000 Owner Deserves To See What This Lens Can Do!
I bought this to use on my new Sony A6000 camera and I have to say its totally blown me and my wife away at how AWESOME the pictures are coming out. Honesty the combo is producing endless stunning photographs and the image quality is 3D like and super sharp. The Kit Lens is something you will not want to use after seeing the image quality difference this camera provides. This lens will get you that awesome blurred background and foreground effect that everybody loves normally see when they pay a professional photographer to take their family or personal photos. If you have a Alpha 6000 camera then this is a must have lens. I was looking at the Zeiss 55mm prime also which has the highest rating as far as quality image goes on DXO Review Site goes for the best prime lenses on the Sony A6000 specifically but it also has a $1000 price tag which really didn't stop me from buying it if i thought it was better but the lack of OSS "Optical Image Stabilization" which helps improve night shots and prevents video distortion was what made me buy this lens instead. I never leave reviews normally due to time restraints but I have to urge A6000 camera owners to please buy this lens for your camera if you want to really make the A6000 spit out superb high quality photographs that when taken right will need zero editing. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2014 by R. Brown

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