Samyang 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS
This is a APS-C prime lens for Sony E, covering 50 mm (75 mm equivalent on APS-C; 100 mm equivalent on Micro Four Thirds) and a maximum aperture of f/1.2. It weighs 375 g, and was released in 2017. That combination suits portrait and low-light photography.
It is a manual focus standard prime lens designed for APS-C and Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. With a bright f/1.2 maximum aperture, it excels in low-light conditions and provides excellent depth-of-field control, making it ideal for portrait photography. The optical design includes aspherical elements to minimize aberrations and deliver sharp, high-contrast images. Ultra Multi-Coating (UMC) is applied to reduce flare and ghosting, enhancing color fidelity and contrast. The lens features a compact and lightweight design, making it a versatile choice for everyday photography.
- f/1.2
- Aperture
- 50mm
- Focal
- 375 g
- Weight
- Jun 2017
- Released
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Specification
- Lens type
- Standard prime lens
- Max Format size
- APS-C
- Focal length
- 50 mm (75 mm equivalent on APS-C; 100 mm equivalent on Micro Four Thirds)
- Image stabilization
- No
- Lens mount
- Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Sony E
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.2
- Minimum aperture
- f/16
- Aperture ring
- Yes
- Number of diaphragm blades
- 9
- Optical construction
- 9 elements in 7 groups
- Minimum focusing distance
- 0.5 m (19.7 in)
- Maximum magnification
- 0.17x
- Filter size
- 62 mm
- Dimensions
- 74 mm (diameter) x 74 mm (length)
- Weight
- 375 g (0.83 lbs)
- Weather sealing
- No
- Usage
- portrait, lowlight
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