7Artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO Lens
The 7artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO is a 50mm f/1.05 lens designed for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Leica M mount cameras. Used copies start from $212.5 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — 7artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO
Key Features — 7artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO
f/1.05 Maximum Aperture: One of the widest available apertures on any 50mm lens, allowing shooting in very low light and producing extremely shallow depth of field.
Apochromatic Optical Design: APO designation indicates the lens is designed to bring multiple wavelengths of light to the same focal plane, reducing chromatic aberration and fringing across the frame.
Full-Frame Coverage: Designed to cover a full 35mm image circle, ensuring corner-to-corner performance on full-frame mirrorless bodies.
Four Mount Options: Available natively in Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Leica M mounts, covering the major full-frame mirrorless platforms without needing an adapter.
Manual Focus Only: No autofocus mechanism is present, making this lens best suited for deliberate shooting styles such as portraiture, street, or cinematic work.
62mm Filter Thread: Standard 62mm front thread accepts a wide range of commonly available filters for ND, polarizing, or creative use.
Lens Specifications — 7artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Night, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.05 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Leica M |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 62mm |
Description — 7artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO
The 7Artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO is a manual focus prime lens built for full-frame mirrorless camera systems. Its headline specification is a maximum aperture of f/1.05, placing it among a small group of standard focal length lenses that can gather this much light. The APO designation reflects an apochromatic optical design approach aimed at reducing chromatic aberration for cleaner rendering across the frame.
The lens is offered in Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Leica M mounts, giving it broad compatibility across the major mirrorless platforms without needing an adapter. Weighing 687 grams, the lens has a solid, substantial build. The 62mm filter thread accommodates standard screw-in filters for practical use in the field.
Focus is manual only, with no autofocus capability, which suits photographers who prefer deliberate control over focus placement. Image stabilization is not included, so technique and shutter speed management matter, particularly when shooting wide open.
Pros — 7artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO
- ✓Exceptionally wide f/1.05 maximum aperture for a 50mm prime, offering strong light-gathering performance
- ✓Full-frame lens format ensures edge-to-edge coverage on compatible full-frame mirrorless bodies
- ✓Available in four mounts — Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Leica M — covering a wide range of mirrorless systems
Cons — 7artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which may not suit fast-moving subjects or event shooting
- ✗No image stabilization, so camera or subject movement must be managed by the shooter
- ✗At 687g, the lens adds meaningful weight to a mirrorless kit
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Frequently Asked Questions — 7artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO
Which camera mounts is the 7Artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO compatible with?+
The lens is available in Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Leica M mounts. Each version is built for that specific mount, so you should select the version that matches your camera system when purchasing.
Does this lens work on full-frame cameras?+
Yes. The lens is specified as a full-frame format lens, meaning it is designed to cover a full-frame image circle on compatible full-frame mirrorless bodies across the supported mounts.
Does the 7Artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO have autofocus?+
No. The lens is manual focus only. There is no autofocus motor, so focus must be set manually by the photographer using the focus ring.
What filter size does this lens use?+
The lens has a 62mm filter thread. Any standard 62mm screw-in filter — such as UV, polarizing, or ND filters — will be compatible.
How heavy is the 7Artisans 50mm f/1.05 APO?+
The lens weighs 687 grams. This is worth considering when pairing it with lighter mirrorless bodies, as it adds noticeable heft to the overall camera kit.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No. The lens does not include optical image stabilization. Shooters should rely on in-body stabilization if their camera offers it, or use shutter speed and technique to manage camera shake.