7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8
7Artisans · 50 mm · f/1.8
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
62
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Fast and quiet STM autofocus performance with full-time manual focus override
+Impressive optical quality with sharp center and midframe performance from f/1.8, approaching professional level
+Sophisticated optical design with aspherical and ED elements delivering excellent aberration control
+Smooth, well-rounded 11-blade bokeh at f/1.8 for attractive background blur
+Excellent value at ~$228 USD compared to similar lenses
+Robust fully metal construction with professional feel and build quality
Worth Knowing
−Significantly larger and heavier (421g) than comparable Sony FE 50mm f/1.8, limiting portability
−Not weather sealed, limiting use in challenging environmental conditions
−Strong optical vignetting at f/1.8, noticeably stronger than competitor models
−Noticeable lateral and axial chromatic aberration at wide apertures and high-contrast edges
General | |
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About This LensThe 7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 marks the brand's successful entry into autofocus lenses with impressive optical performance rivaling significantly more expensive alternatives. Its STM motor delivers fast, quiet focusing with an advanced optical design featuring 11 elements including aspherical and ED elements that render sharp, contrasty images from f/1.8 onward. While its substantial bulk and lack of weather sealing are drawbacks, the lens represents outstanding value for portraiture and everyday shooting, outperforming the native Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 in build quality and optical sophistication despite its heftier size. | |
| Brand | 7Artisans |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Sony E |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical64/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 421 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 72 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 104 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 62 mm |
Optics87/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 50 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 1.8 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 46.8° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 11020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 50 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.14x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. | No |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction54/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 11 |
| Groups | 9 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 2 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 1 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |