Sony FE 50mm F1.4 ZA Full-Frame Standard Prime Lens

The Sony SEL50F14Z is a 50 mm prime lens created for full-frame E-mount cameras. It delivers a familiar field of view that feels natural to the eye, making it an easy choice for everyday shooting as well as dedicated portrait sessions.

An f/1.4 aperture gathers plenty of light, so you can photograph indoor events, evening street scenes, or dimly lit venues without pushing ISO values too high. Opening the aperture also creates a shallow depth of field, helping subjects stand out with pleasing background separation.

The optical design follows the ZEISS Planar formula. Twelve elements sit in nine groups, and the layout includes aspherical as well as Extra-low Dispersion glass to suppress distortion, color fringing, and other aberrations. A ZEISS T* coating keeps flare and ghosting under control, preserving contrast and faithful color even when you shoot toward bright lights.

An eleven-blade diaphragm maintains a near-circular shape as it stops down, producing smooth, natural bokeh. Portrait photographers will notice the gentle falloff behind a subject’s eyes, while filmmakers gain clean focus transitions without distracting highlights.

Autofocus is driven by a Super Sonic wave Motor that moves internal elements quickly and with very little noise. This silent performance is a welcome advantage when you need to record video or work in quiet environments such as weddings or theater productions. The lens barrel also features a dedicated aperture ring with a click switch, giving photographers precise tactile feedback or allowing videographers to pull exposure smoothly.

A body that resists dust and moisture lets you keep shooting when weather turns or when wind carries sand across an outdoor set. Paired with a high-resolution Alpha camera, the lens becomes a versatile tool for street photography, environmental portraits, product work, and documentary projects where reliability and image quality matter.

• 50 mm focal length with a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture
• ZEISS T* coating that enhances contrast and color fidelity
• Optical design of 12 elements in 9 groups, including aspherical and ED glass
• Eleven-blade circular aperture for smooth, natural bokeh
• Super Sonic wave Motor provides fast, quiet autofocus
• Physical aperture ring with selectable click ON or OFF
• Dust- and moisture-resistant construction for dependable outdoor use