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Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G

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Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G

Focal length
50 mm
Aperture
f/2.5
Weight
174 g
Filter diameter
49 mm
Min. focus distance
31 cm
Length
45 mm
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At a Glance

The Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G is a standard prime for full-frame Sony E-mount. It weighs 174 g and measures 45 mm in length, which makes it compact. The f/2.5 maximum aperture shortens shutter times in dim light, and it focuses down to 31 cm at 1:4.76 magnification. The normal focal length suits everyday shooting, street photography and travel.

Good for

  • Everyday
  • Street
  • Travel

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Technical Specifications

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Min. focal length
50 mm
Max. focal length
50 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/2.5
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/2.5
Min. aperture
f/22
Elements
9
Groups
9
Weight
174 g (0.38 lb)
Filter diameter
49 mm
Min. focus distance
31 cm (12.2 in)
Max. magnification
1:4.8 (0.21×)
Length
45 mm (1.77 in)
Diameter
68 mm (2.68 in)
Released
May 2021

Manufacturer data: sony.com, electronics.sony.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G fit?

The Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G is a full-frame lens for Sony E-Mount cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Sony E-Mount cameras its field of view equals 75 mm in full-frame terms.

Sony E-Mount cameras

Full frame:
Sony A7R VI,Sony A7 V,Sony FX2,Sony A1 II,Sony A9 III,Sony A7C II,Sony A7CR,Sony ZV-E1,Sony A7R V,Sony A7 IV,Sony A1,Sony FX3,Sony A7S III,Sony A7C,Sony FX6,Sony A7R IV (A7R IVA),Sony A9 II,Sony FX9,Sony A7 III,Sony A7R III (A7R IIIA),Sony A9,Sony A7R II,Sony A7S II,Sony A7 II,Sony A7S,Sony A7,Sony A7R
APS-C:
Sony ZV-E10 II,Sony A6700,Sony FX30,Sony ZV-E10,Sony A6600,Sony A6100,Sony A6400,Sony A6500,Sony A6300,Sony QX1 (ILCE-QX1),Sony A6000,Sony A5100,Sony A3500,Sony A5000,Sony A3000,Sony NEX-5T,Sony NEX-3N,Sony NEX-6,Sony NEX-5R,Sony NEX-F3,Sony NEX-7,Sony NEX-5N,Sony NEX-C3,Sony NEX-5,Sony NEX-3

Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Sony E-Mount lenses.

LensSony FE 50mm F2.5 GSony FE 50mm F2.8 MacroSigma 50mm F2 DG DN | CViltrox AF 50mm F2
Focal length50 mm50 mm50 mm50 mm
Max. aperturef/2.5f/2.8f/2f/2
Weight174 g236 g345 g205 g
Filter diameter49 mm55 mm58 mm58 mm
Min. focus distance31 cm16 cm45 cm51 cm
Length45 mm71 mm70 mm56.5 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G: FAQ

Does the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G have autofocus?

Yes, the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G has autofocus.

Does the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G have image stabilization?

No, the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G weigh?

The Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G weighs 174 g. It is 45 mm long with a diameter of 68 mm.

What filter size does the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G use?

The Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G takes 49 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G is 31 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Sony FE 50mm F2.5 G covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 75 mm in full-frame terms.

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