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Meike 50mm F1.8 STM Auto Focus Sony E-Mount Lens
Meike 50mm F1.8 STM Auto Focus Sony E-Mount Lens
Meike 50mm F1.8 STM Auto Focus Sony E-Mount Lens
Meike 50mm F1.8 STM Auto Focus Sony E-Mount Lens
Meike 50mm F1.8 STM Auto Focus Sony E-Mount Lens
Meike 50mm F1.8 STM Auto Focus Sony E-Mount Lens
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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

The Meike 50mm F1.8 STM is a full-frame autofocus prime lens built for the Sony E-mount system. Its optical design consists of 11 elements in 7 groups, incorporating one ED (Extra-low Dispersion) element and one high-refraction element to suppress chromatic aberration, ghosting, and flare. The result is a lens that delivers sharp, color-accurate images with pleasing rendering, particularly at wider apertures where the 9-blade diaphragm produces smooth, circular bokeh that flatters portrait subjects.

Where this lens stands out is in its combination of features and value. It offers full electronic communication with Sony bodies, including autofocus via a quiet STM stepping motor, electronic aperture control, and complete EXIF data transmission. The dedicated AF/MF switch on the barrel adds a level of hands-on control that photographers appreciate in the field. With a 58mm filter thread and a weight of 432g, it strikes a practical balance between build quality and portability, making it a versatile choice for portrait, street, architecture, and landscape work on any Sony E-mount body from the A7 series to the A9.

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)

Frequently Asked Questions

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.
Yes, the Meike 50mm F1.8 supports full EXIF information transmission and electronic aperture adjustment through the camera body.
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.
The minimum focus distance is 0.63m (approximately 2 feet), which provides reasonable close-up capability for a 50mm prime.
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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