Meike
Meike 50mm F1.8 STM Auto Focus Sony E-Mount Lens
★★★★★
Meike 50mm F1.8 STM delivers smooth autofocus and creamy bokeh on Sony E-mount cameras at a fraction of first-party lens prices.
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Overview
Key Features
Compatible with Sony E Mount Cameras A7 A7R A74 A7R4 A7III A7RII A7RIII A7SIII A9
Support AF, electronic aperture adjustment and EXIF information transmission; Features a dedicated AF/MF focus mode switch for quick and convenient operation, putting full control at your fingertips.
Excellent for portrait, street, architecture and landscape photography
F1.8 large aperture enables fast shutter speeds for sharp images in low light and indoors. It creates beautiful shallow depth of field that isolates subjects with smoother, more pleasing bokeh (thanks to its 9 aperture blades). This background blur is ideal for portrait photography. Additionally, the bright aperture allows faster shutter speeds to freeze motion at equivalent exposures.
7 groups 11 elements design with low-dispersion glass. Delivers high resolution, authentic color rendering. Including 1 ED lens and 1 high refraction lens to suppress chromatic aberration, ghosting and flare. 0.63m min. focus distance for strong close-up performance.
Specifications
Focal Length
50mm
Aperture Range
F1.8 – F16
Lens Mount
Sony E-Mount
Focus Type
Auto Focus (STM Stepping Motor)
Optical Design
11 Elements in 7 Groups
Special Elements
1 ED Lens, 1 High Refraction Lens
Aperture Blades
9
Filter Thread Size
58mm
Minimum Focus Distance
0.63m
Weight
432g (1.19 lbs)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- F1.8 aperture with 9 blades produces smooth, pleasing bokeh for portrait work
- STM motor provides quiet autofocus suitable for both photo and video shooting
- Full electronic communication including EXIF data and in-camera aperture control
- Dedicated AF/MF switch on the lens barrel offers quick focus mode changes
- Significantly more affordable than Sony's own 50mm options while covering full-frame sensors
👎 Cons
- Autofocus speed may not match Sony native lenses, particularly for fast-moving subjects
- 432g weight is heavier than some competing third-party 50mm primes
- 0.63m minimum focus distance limits how close you can get compared to lenses with shorter close-focus capability
- Third-party lens compatibility may lag behind after Sony firmware updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this lens support autofocus on Sony E-mount cameras?
Yes, it features an STM stepping motor for smooth, quiet autofocus and supports AF with compatible Sony E-mount bodies including the A7 series and A9.
Does the lens transmit EXIF data to the camera body?
Yes, the Meike 50mm F1.8 supports full EXIF information transmission and electronic aperture adjustment through the camera body.
Is this a full-frame or APS-C lens?
This is a full-frame lens designed for Sony E-mount cameras, though it is also compatible with APS-C Sony bodies where it provides a 75mm equivalent field of view.
How close can I focus with this lens?
The minimum focus distance is 0.63m (approximately 2 feet), which provides reasonable close-up capability for a 50mm prime.
Does the lens have a physical AF/MF switch?
Yes, there is a dedicated AF/MF focus mode switch on the lens barrel for quick toggling between autofocus and manual focus without navigating camera menus.
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