Portraits & Everyday — Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 (2016): The most affordable full-frame prime in the Sony FE system — f/1.8 subject separation and linear motor AF at an entry-level price.
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Full specifications
| Specification | Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 (2016) | Sony Tough 128GB CFexpress Type A |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £199 | £180 |
| Sensor | f/1.8 (max aperture) | — |
| Video | 45cm minimum focus distance | — |
| Autofocus | Linear motor (fast and quiet AF) | — |
| Stabilisation | None (relies on body IBIS) | — |
| Weight | 186g | — |
| Dimensions | 68.6 × 59.5mm | — |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) | — |
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