Panasonic Lumix S 50mm F/1.8 (S-S50)

High-Performance Standard Prime Lens for L-Mount Cameras

Overview

The Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 (S-S50) is a high-performance standard prime lens designed for L-Mount cameras. This versatile lens offers a classic 50mm perspective and a bright f/1.8 aperture, making it ideal for a variety of photographic applications, including portraits, street photography, and low-light shooting. Its compact design, advanced optical performance, and robust build quality ensure exceptional image quality and reliability for demanding photographers and videographers.

Key Features

Superior Optical Quality

• Standard 50mm Perspective: The 50mm focal length provides a natural field of view, perfect for capturing a wide range of subjects with a perspective similar to the human eye.
• Bright f/1.8 Aperture: Enables excellent low-light performance and depth-of-field control, creating beautiful background blur (bokeh) and enhanced subject isolation.
• Advanced Optical Design: Incorporates 9 elements in 8 groups, including three aspherical lenses and one extra-low dispersion (ED) lens to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions, ensuring sharp and clear images.
• Nano Surface Coating: Reduces ghosting and flare for increased contrast and color accuracy, even in challenging lighting conditions.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

• High-Speed AF System: Ensures fast, precise, and silent autofocus performance, suitable for both stills and video.
• Manual Focus Clutch: Allows for instant switching between autofocus and manual focus, providing greater control and precision.

Compact and Lightweight Design

• Portable Build: The compact and lightweight design makes it an excellent choice for travel and everyday use.
• Durable Construction: Designed to withstand regular use, ensuring reliability and longevity.
• Weather-Sealed Design: Offers protection against dust, moisture, and low temperatures, ensuring reliable performance in various environments.

Specifications

• Model: Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 (S-S50)
• Mount: L-Mount
• Focal Length: 50mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Lens Construction: 9 elements in 8 groups (including aspherical and ED elements)
• Angle of View: 47°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.45m
• Maximum Magnification: 0.14x
• Filter Diameter: 67mm
• Dimensions: 73.6mm diameter x 82mm length
• Weight: 300g

Additional Benefits

Versatile and Reliable Performance

• High Image Quality: Ensures stunning image quality across various conditions and shooting scenarios, making it perfect for both professional and amateur use.
• Advanced Features: The standard 50mm perspective and advanced optical design make it a versatile tool for both photographers and videographers.
• Enhanced Portability: Compact and lightweight design, ideal for travel and on-the-go shooting.

Creative Flexibility

• Ideal for Various Photography Genres: Suitable for portraits, street photography, low-light photography, and general use.
• Video Friendly: Quiet autofocus and smooth operation make it an excellent choice for video production.