Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G lens

Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G lens

Sony released a series of new lenses at once. In addition to this 50mm wide-angle, 24mm and 50mm versions were also released.

Which one to choose: 40mm or this 50mm? Based on my first experiences, the image quality and features are really close to each other. If 50mm feels too cramped and you're shooting portraits, for example, and want to include a little bit of the environment, take the 40mm. If you're looking for a traditional 50mm with a little less depth of field, take this one!

A small but nice detail, both come with a really good inverse-style lens hood. It takes up little space, improves contrast, but protects the lens surfaces really well from, for example, fingers.

• Sony G-series quality
• Weatherproof construction, metal bayonet and body
• The right combination of brightness and compact size
• Weight only 174g

These focal lengths are quite competitive, with options from Sony's previous lenses as well as third-party manufacturers such as Samyang and Tamron.

The Sony FE 50mm and other new products differ from these in particular in their mechanical quality. The lens is weather-protected and has a metal construction. Of course, the image quality is also good!

Despite its compact size, the Sony 50mm includes aperture control directly from the control ring. In addition, there is an AF-Lock button on the side for locking focus or activating EyeAF, for example. Just like in Sony's clearly more expensive G Master lenses!

This new model series feels natural if you want better image quality and a mechanically fine lens, but if you don't need the F1.4 aperture of the professional series. So now you know premium quality but in a smaller size, lighter construction and with a lower price tag.

The Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G features a powerful linear-type focus motor, meaning you can get the most out of the fast autofocus of Sony's new bodies!

Other technologies from more expensive series are also used, such as the Nano AR II coating, which allows you to photograph the landscape directly towards the light and distracting reflections are minimized in the images.

Specifications:

• Compatibility: Sony FE mount
• Focal length: 50mm (equivalent to 75mm on APS-C bodies)
• Aperture: f/2.5 (min. f/22)
• Closest focusing distance: 35cm
• Construction: 9 elements in 9 groups, 9 rounded diaphragms
• Filter thread: 49mm
• Size: 68 x 45mm
• Weight: 174g

The sales package includes:

• Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G lens
• Sony ALC-F49S lens protector
• Sony ALC-R1EM rear plug
• ALC-SH166 sunshade