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Sony DT 50mm f/1.8 SAM Lens

BH #SO5018 • MFR #SAL50F18
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Sony DT 50mm f/1.8 SAM Lens
Key Features
  • A-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
  • 75mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
  • Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM)
Elevate your portraiture with this lightweight Sony DT 50mm f/1.8 SAM Lens for APS-C A-mount cameras. It offers a 75mm equivalent focal length which combines with the fast f/1.8 aperture so photographers can more easily create flattering images with shallow depth of field. Also, it incorporates a Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM) for fast, quiet focusing performance as well as a minimum focus distance of 13.4". Additionally, it has a seven-blade circular diaphragm that ensures smooth bokeh.
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Sony DT 50mm f/1.8 SAM Overview

Elevate your portraiture with this lightweight Sony DT 50mm f/1.8 SAM Lens for APS-C A-mount cameras. It offers a 75mm equivalent focal length which combines with the fast f/1.8 aperture so photographers can more easily create flattering images with shallow depth of field. Also, it incorporates a Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM) for fast, quiet focusing performance as well as a minimum focus distance of 13.4". Additionally, it has a seven-blade circular diaphragm that ensures smooth bokeh.

Designed for APS-C format cameras, this 50mm lens will provide a short telephoto 75mm equivalent focal length that is well suited to portraits.
A fast maximum aperture of f/1.8 allows users to work in less-than-ideal lighting conditions and create images with a shallow depth of field.
By incorporating a Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM) unit into the lens itself to drive the focusing element group, this lens is able to deliver smoother, quieter, and faster performance than coupled systems. Also, it offers a minimum focus distance of 13.4".
Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality when employing selective focus techniques.

Sony DT 50mm f/1.8 SAM Specs

Focal Length
50mm (35mm Equivalent: 75mm)
Maximum Aperture
f/1.8
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Mount
Sony A
Lens Format Coverage
APS-C
Angle of View
32°
Minimum Focus Distance
13.39" / 34 cm
Maximum Magnification
0.2x
Optical Design
6 Elements in 5 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7, Rounded
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
49 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.76 x 1.77" / 70 x 45 mm
Weight
6 oz / 170 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.735 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.65 x 4.2 x 4.2"

Sony DT 50mm f/1.8 SAM Reviews

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Will this lens fit an a99?

Will this lens fit an a99?
Asked by: Paul
Yes, but it is a cropped sensor lens, you will only use part of the sensor with this lens, thereby reducing the resolution by about 40%.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-09-30

What adapter does the A6600 need?

What adapter does the A6600 need?
Asked by: נחמי
The LAEA3 will allow an A mount lens to work with the ILCE6600.
Answered by: SonyListens
Date published: 2020-02-06

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Is this a native APS-C lense or Full Frame compatible to APS-C? Thanks.
Asked by: Anonymous
Hello. The Sony DT 50mm f/1.8 SAM Lens is designed for APS-C format cameras and will provide a short telephoto 75mm equivalent focal length.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2018-10-24

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can i use this lense with sony a68?
Asked by: Marie N.
Yes you can DT 50mm f/1.8 SAM Lens, Highlights is A-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
Answered by: Mr. Tanong N.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Does this work with Sony a-55?
Asked by: Lori
Yes it does.
Answered by: Sony Support Sony Expert
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Does this lens works with Sony A7R II?
Asked by: Hai B.
Not without an adapter, and even then it's not a good choice for a full-frame camera.
Answered by: Thomas K.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Sola es3 adapter
Asked by: Anonymous
So that we may best assist you, please email us at [email protected].
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Is the auto-focusing loud to the point of being recorded by the camera?
Asked by: Lakisha W.
The sound of the AF will be recorder, you can either record in Manual Focus or take a look at SSM lenses (Super Sonic Motor) these lenses were intended for video and will not record the AF sound.<a href= https://www.sony.com/electronics/lenses/t/camera-lenses?cameramount=a-mount target= _blank >https://www.sony.com/electronics/lenses/t/camera-lenses?cameramount=a-mount</a>
Answered by: Sony Support Sony Expert
Date published: 2018-08-28
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