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Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 'G' Review

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The Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 'G' lens is a compact and well-constructed lens that offers excellent sharpness and contrast. It has a smooth and responsive autofocus, solid build quality, and produces smooth backgrounds with minimal chromatic aberration. However, it is a bit pricey, and the image quality is not as sharp as its 40mm counterpart.

The Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 'G' lens offers excellent sharpness and contrast, smooth backgrounds with minimal chromatic aberration, and a durable, compact build. However, it falls slightly short of the sharpness of its 40mm counterpart. It's a recommended lens for those who prioritize portability and excellent image quality, despite the slightly high price tag.

Pros
  • Compact and well-constructed
  • Excellent sharpness and contrast
  • Smooth and responsive autofocus
  • Solid build quality
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Slightly less sharp than its 40mm counterpart

The autofocus is fast and works silently, making it suitable for both photography and video work.

The Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 'G' lens is a compact and well-constructed lens that offers excellent sharpness and contrast. It has a smooth and responsive autofocus, solid build quality, and produces smooth backgrounds with minimal chromatic aberration. It weighs just 174 grams, making it extremely portable and easy to handle. The lens construction is durable and can withstand some impact. The autofocus is fast and works silently, making it suitable for both photography and video work. The image quality is razor-sharp at f/2.5, and the lens shows minimal distortion and vignetting. However, it falls slightly short of the sharpness of its 40mm counterpart. Overall, it's a recommended lens for those who prioritize portability and excellent image quality, despite the slightly high price tag.

The image quality is razor-sharp at f/2.5, and the lens shows minimal distortion and vignetting.

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