Depends on the body. On an A7 body with 24 MP, it is decent. Using it on a 7R body as emergency lens if there is no light is kind of a big compromise. However, there is something about this lens I really like, even though it is for sure not its focusing noise. On the whole, I would say this lens and Samyang's 50/1.4 Mk II share the same spot. The Samyang is very weak wide open and at close focusing while having the better AF, with the Sony it is vice versa.
to be honest, the fe50 1.8 is faster on A7IV than the fe55 1.8 on A7III. it's so wired, and I don't know why. even the noise is better, it's pretty much the same thing with the old ef mount sigma lens......
Title should be, don't get this lense, it sucks! 😂😂 If I was a beginner and saw this video, I wouldnt buy this lense. Who wants to spend $200 and then upgrade later when you could just put that towards a newer better lense right away.
Would a faster camera like the a7cii I just bought be faster at focusing or is speed independent of camera? Which 50mm would be better at focusing at the same focal length
I’m a new beginner & I have a Sony NEX 7 with a 18-55mm Kit lens & I wanted to know how much better would the video quality be compared to my NEX 7 Kit lens?
If you're a beginner, get the most affordable lens you can and learn how to use it the best you can. . A 50mm is pretty "tight", but a 70mm would almost be too tight to be your only lens (in my opinion)
Hi Keith, I know this comment is off topic to your video. However, I know you are reliable and go through the comments under your videos: I have a problem with my DJI MINI 2. I always have image noise at ISO of 100 no matter if photos or videos. I don't use ND filters because my pocket money is not enough right now. So most of the time for nice shots I rather fly in the morning or evening to shoot at 4k 30fps with a shutter of 1/60. But I don't understand why videos from you or other professionals using a DJI MINI 2 are free from this annoying noise. love ur vids keep up the good work Kind regards.
Hey there, no worries! Are you using manual settings for video? I know using the auto settings/auto ev or auto iso will definitely increase the noise in the image. Even when it’s bright out. The manual settings will give yo better results. Are you using any color profiles or the normal? Also, if you’re cranking the shutter speed to get the proper exposure, that will negatively effect your image quality with video as well. Hope that helps, tim!
@@keith-knittel Hello again, I have tried everything you suggested. Almost everything I had already set before. Only the white balance, which I think has nothing to do with the noise and the flicker adjustment I have now set from Automatic to 50hz. Despite all my efforts I have not managed to get rid of the noise. I'm sure there are no color profiles for the Mini 2 except I haven't understood how to set them yet. I am very happy that you replied and appreciate your time. You probably have other things to do than help me. However, I could send you a sample video that illustrates my problem. Possibly via your email if that's okay with you. If not is also okay. I thank you for your time. Many greetings from Germany.
@@timtbkh Hey there Tim, sample video would be great. I'm busy, but would love to help figure out a noise issue - especially if multiple people are having it. Could you upload an unlisted UA-cam video and comment here the link? Just so we can keep all the communication in one place
@@timtbkh Ooooh that could be it too. If you push your color grade too far, you'll introduce lots of noise. Specifically if you try to boost the shadows too far. Does the footage have noise straight off of the card?
Thanks! I have one question left. About filter. This lens has moving part that moves apart from filter mount. Sooo i can pick up any filter on the market? Or should i look for a specific one?
Hi @Keith! I have an A6000 but with no lens. I'm planning to buy this one for my trip to Japan. I will mostly shoot cities, streets and landscape. Do you think it's ok to start with a prime lens or I should start with the basic one like the Sony E PZ 16-50mm (I don't like photo quality of it ) Thanks mate :)
If you're already going down the image quality rabbit hole, I'd check out some primes. This 50mm 1.8 is sharp and affordable (and full frame), but the autofocus is really bad on moving subjects. If you're looking for some budget APS-C glass, I made a video about there here: ua-cam.com/video/q_QGhRGQz9Q/v-deo.html If you're looking for a faster focusing, budget, full frame lens, this is my recommendation: ua-cam.com/video/JwICJ_UrvD4/v-deo.html I still use this lens all the time
So as long as the subject doesn't move drastically, af noise won't be noticeable? I'm thinking of getting this for interviews and wondering if the noise could be the problem.
For APSC videos, the budget sigma primes were great when I had my a6400. There are a few APSC lens review videos on my channel if you want to check those out! ua-cam.com/video/9vMjtR0oeuQ/v-deo.html & ua-cam.com/video/-aUZFeXZZuc/v-deo.html & ua-cam.com/video/OGreOwfRt9c/v-deo.html
I bought myself the Sony A6000 with the 50mm 1.8. I like to take photos with the camera in my hand but the problem is that the photos end up shaky. I’m trying to hold the camera very calm and steady, but nothing helps. Anyone got any clue how to sort this problem? (I’m a beginner btw)
What is your shutter speed? When shooting photos, you can crank the shutter speed to freeze action better. For video, you might have to use a gimbal to smooth out the motion
The 50mm 1.8 along with the crop sensor on the A6000 makes this about a 75mm focal length. Definetly use a quicker shutter speed when shooting hand held, things get shakier the longer the focal length.
I agree! I used to pass on 50mm since I usually shoot with 35mm or 85-90mm but have been picking up my 50mm more and more lately after giving it another try! The 1.8 is a great budget option if you can live with the strengths and weaknesses of this lens.
@@luciancastillo1337 @bayronaguirre645 buy a variable lens that can do more for you. You’re going to want and over more powerful lens that that can zoom. It’s best to save and practice with something good with all the specs.
@@bayronaguirre645 pretty sure my comment was deleted but do not buy this purchase a variable zoom lens! Will help you out a lot more. Preferably anywhere from a 24mm to 40. Or purchase something lower than a 50mm if there is no zoom.
I didn't know there were so many photography professionals on UA-cam. And in fact, half of them are amateurs who think they are professionals if they photograph weddings.😂😂
Would you go for a 35mm or this 50mm for youtube videos like this one? I am just sitting on my desk or have some monologs into the camera. Thanks for the video!
What do you think of Sony's nifty fifty? For the money, I think this is the best lens for beginners!
I think it only lacks manual toggle to make it even better. But overall, I think it's too much value for the money already.
Depends on the body. On an A7 body with 24 MP, it is decent. Using it on a 7R body as emergency lens if there is no light is kind of a big compromise. However, there is something about this lens I really like, even though it is for sure not its focusing noise.
On the whole, I would say this lens and Samyang's 50/1.4 Mk II share the same spot. The Samyang is very weak wide open and at close focusing while having the better AF, with the Sony it is vice versa.
Strange mismatch with the title and the content of this video... "The lens every beginner needs... and here are all the reasons it's terrible!"
to be honest, the fe50 1.8 is faster on A7IV than the fe55 1.8 on A7III. it's so wired, and I don't know why. even the noise is better, it's pretty much the same thing with the old ef mount sigma lens......
I find that the newer bodies have such good af they pretty much make all old and 3rd party lenses have great af performance.
Did you upgrade the lens firmware?
@ yeah ver.03, but I sold it for gm.
Title should be, don't get this lense, it sucks! 😂😂 If I was a beginner and saw this video, I wouldnt buy this lense. Who wants to spend $200 and then upgrade later when you could just put that towards a newer better lense right away.
Because you might not go much further in photography , or realize you don't like the 50mm lens
Its a decent lens, get ya talent up
Came for the lens review, stayed for that picture of the Cleveland skyline!
CLE!!!
Hello mate! Which firmware of the lens were you running???
Would a faster camera like the a7cii I just bought be faster at focusing or is speed independent of camera? Which 50mm would be better at focusing at the same focal length
You know what? I can use that zoom noise artistically, like mounting the camera in a scene to give you that surveillance camera feel.
That’s a great idea!
Sony 50mm 1.8 or Samyang 35mm f/2.8. I want something good for indoor and outdoor portraits such as concerts!!
Well im glad my lens wasn’t the only noisy one. I like it though
It's really noisy! But for the price, it's a total steal.
I’m a new beginner & I have a Sony NEX 7 with a 18-55mm Kit lens & I wanted to know how much better would the video quality be compared to my NEX 7 Kit lens?
Why would someone shoot "Sports" with a 50mm lens?
You think I should get a nifty fifty or a 70mm, I’m a beginner looking to just take photos of any sorts, thank you
If you're a beginner, get the most affordable lens you can and learn how to use it the best you can. . A 50mm is pretty "tight", but a 70mm would almost be too tight to be your only lens (in my opinion)
Didn't know you was from the hometown Cleveland 🔥
CLE!!!! 🙌
Lovely lens for so cheap!
The nifty fifty is the best bang-for-the-buck beginner prime out there!
Mate would this be worth putting on an old Sony a5000?
No, get the apsc version 50 1.8 oss, it has stabilization and is sharper
what if i use this lens on the sony a7rv which has autofocus on its system?
is it compatible with sony 5100 please ?
RRP is overpriced. Should be $99 at most.
250 bucks? Yah no thanks I’ll get better pictures and color from canons ef or rf 50mm 1.8 which cost a lot less.
Debating between this Sony 50mm or a 85mm. Any advice ? I mostly need it for portraits .
The 85mm is a great portrait lens and focuses much faster than the 50mm 1.8. If I had to choose between the two, I’d go with the 85
Get the 85 for sure.
the 50 1.2 is my fav lens right now
Same here, it’s a solid lens! Great autofocus and bokeh
bougie ahh speed
Hi Keith,
I know this comment is off topic to your video. However, I know you are reliable and go through the comments under your videos:
I have a problem with my DJI MINI 2.
I always have image noise at ISO of 100 no matter if photos or videos.
I don't use ND filters because my pocket money is not enough right now. So most of the time for nice shots I rather fly in the morning or evening to shoot at 4k 30fps with a shutter of 1/60.
But I don't understand why videos from you or other professionals using a DJI MINI 2 are free from this annoying noise.
love ur vids keep up the good work
Kind regards.
Hey there, no worries! Are you using manual settings for video? I know using the auto settings/auto ev or auto iso will definitely increase the noise in the image. Even when it’s bright out. The manual settings will give yo better results. Are you using any color profiles or the normal? Also, if you’re cranking the shutter speed to get the proper exposure, that will negatively effect your image quality with video as well. Hope that helps, tim!
@@keith-knittel
Hello again,
I have tried everything you suggested. Almost everything I had already set before. Only the white balance, which I think has nothing to do with the noise and the flicker adjustment I have now set from Automatic to 50hz.
Despite all my efforts I have not managed to get rid of the noise.
I'm sure there are no color profiles for the Mini 2 except I haven't understood how to set them yet.
I am very happy that you replied and appreciate your time.
You probably have other things to do than help me.
However, I could send you a sample video that illustrates my problem. Possibly via your email if that's okay with you.
If not is also okay. I thank you for your time.
Many greetings from Germany.
@@timtbkh Hey there Tim, sample video would be great. I'm busy, but would love to help figure out a noise issue - especially if multiple people are having it. Could you upload an unlisted UA-cam video and comment here the link? Just so we can keep all the communication in one place
@@keith-knittel Or is it maybe even due to the color grading in other videos that I have noise in my footage and they don´t?
@@timtbkh Ooooh that could be it too. If you push your color grade too far, you'll introduce lots of noise. Specifically if you try to boost the shadows too far. Does the footage have noise straight off of the card?
Thanks! I have one question left. About filter. This lens has moving part that moves apart from filter mount. Sooo i can pick up any filter on the market? Or should i look for a specific one?
I have just got the 1.8 85mm Sony as my first prime. What are peoples opinions on it?
The 85 1.8 is a solid lens! Great for portraits, what are you using it mainly for?
Hi @Keith! I have an A6000 but with no lens. I'm planning to buy this one for my trip to Japan. I will mostly shoot cities, streets and landscape. Do you think it's ok to start with a prime lens or I should start with the basic one like the Sony E PZ 16-50mm (I don't like photo quality of it ) Thanks mate :)
If you're already going down the image quality rabbit hole, I'd check out some primes. This 50mm 1.8 is sharp and affordable (and full frame), but the autofocus is really bad on moving subjects. If you're looking for some budget APS-C glass, I made a video about there here: ua-cam.com/video/q_QGhRGQz9Q/v-deo.html
If you're looking for a faster focusing, budget, full frame lens, this is my recommendation: ua-cam.com/video/JwICJ_UrvD4/v-deo.html I still use this lens all the time
Guys to sum up negitive review
Is this lens for a zv-e10 sony?
what lens are you using in this video?
So as long as the subject doesn't move drastically, af noise won't be noticeable?
I'm thinking of getting this for interviews and wondering if the noise could be the problem.
noise is up to the camera body not the lens itself.
What's another great lens for shooting videos on sony a6400 that will have the videos more sharp and clean
For APSC videos, the budget sigma primes were great when I had my a6400. There are a few APSC lens review videos on my channel if you want to check those out! ua-cam.com/video/9vMjtR0oeuQ/v-deo.html & ua-cam.com/video/-aUZFeXZZuc/v-deo.html & ua-cam.com/video/OGreOwfRt9c/v-deo.html
is this a car good car photography lens for still shots?
What is that sentence 💀
@stfu6397 I think he is asking if the lens is good for photographing cars.
It was so usefull .tanks mate🙏
Glad it helped 🙌
Does this Len works on a7 c?
Is it an emount if so then yes
I personally love it
It's a great lens as long as you understand it's limitations, especially at that price point
If I buy a filter adapter and use a different size of filter, then what size should I go for?
49mm
No offence , but you look like a simpson character in real life
which character though????
@@keith-knittel holy shimt you replied 🥶😂🤩
Just an imagination,you'll be one well suited character in Simpson 😂 one quick question what Lens would you suggest me for taking passport size photo
I bought myself the Sony A6000 with the 50mm 1.8.
I like to take photos with the camera in my hand but the problem is that the photos end up shaky. I’m trying to hold the camera very calm and steady, but nothing helps.
Anyone got any clue how to sort this problem? (I’m a beginner btw)
What is your shutter speed? When shooting photos, you can crank the shutter speed to freeze action better. For video, you might have to use a gimbal to smooth out the motion
The 50mm 1.8 along with the crop sensor on the A6000 makes this about a 75mm focal length. Definetly use a quicker shutter speed when shooting hand held, things get shakier the longer the focal length.
when you focus on this lens its go external ?
The front of the lens extends when focusing on this 50mm
will this lens go with the Sony a7Riii?
Yes
Yes any lens with an E mount Can go on that camera
put it on a apsc and all good.
The 50 turns into a 75 on APSC cameras - still usable, but more of a portrait / close up lens at that point
250?? Its over 300 now..
Is it really?? Did they raise the price?
@@keith-knittel Yeah.. I bouhht the 55-210 one which was little over 300 as well
any 50mm is great for your kit
I agree! I used to pass on 50mm since I usually shoot with 35mm or 85-90mm but have been picking up my 50mm more and more lately after giving it another try! The 1.8 is a great budget option if you can live with the strengths and weaknesses of this lens.
@@keith-knittel I always have one somewhere thrown in the corner of my bag
Save your money buy another lens
Whatcha means?
For example ¿
@@luciancastillo1337 @bayronaguirre645 buy a variable lens that can do more for you. You’re going to want and over more powerful lens that that can zoom. It’s best to save and practice with something good with all the specs.
@@luciancastillo1337 pretty sure my comment was deleted. But do not buy this. Buy a variable zoom.
@@bayronaguirre645 pretty sure my comment was deleted but do not buy this purchase a variable zoom lens! Will help you out a lot more. Preferably anywhere from a 24mm to 40. Or purchase something lower than a 50mm if there is no zoom.
I didn't know there were so many photography professionals on UA-cam.
And in fact, half of them are amateurs who think they are professionals if they photograph weddings.😂😂
Bro iam video editor. Can i edit your video just 30 dollars
Would you go for a 35mm or this 50mm for youtube videos like this one? I am just sitting on my desk or have some monologs into the camera. Thanks for the video!
I like shooting monologue-type shots at 35 or even 24 - 50 feels a little far away and impersonal. I use 35 for my UA-cam a roll