Pergear has announced a new manual lens. The prime offers a focal length of 50 millimeters and a maximum aperture of f/1.4, targeting users of mirrorless full-frame cameras. The model is available for Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, and Leica L mounts. With a purchase price of just under 110 euros (130 US dollars), the lens is positioned in the lower price segment.
The lens is housed in a metal body and weighs approximately 255 grams. This makes the construction compact, which facilitates use on smaller camera bodies. The focus ring is textured to aid in manual focusing. A filter thread with a diameter of 52 millimeters allows the use of common filters.
Optically, the lens is based on a design with six lenses arranged in six groups. A multi-layer coating is intended to reduce reflections and maintain contrast in difficult lighting conditions. The aperture consists of twelve blades, which should ensure smooth background blur.
The minimum focusing distance is 0.6 meters. There is no electronic data transfer to the camera, as it is a mechanical lens.
The 50mm focal length is considered a classic standard range for various purposes such as portraits, street photography, or everyday shots. The high aperture of f/1.4 allows shooting in low ambient light as well as isolating subjects.
By omitting autofocus and electronic components, the product appeals primarily to photographers who prefer deliberate and manual photography. The model joins a series of affordable lenses manufactured in Asia that have appeared on the market in recent years.
The Pergear 50mm f/1.4 is now available directly from the manufacturer as well as from selected retailers. The price varies slightly depending on the seller, but remains stable in the range of about 110 to 120 euros. Thus, the lens offers an entry into using fast normal focal lengths without high financial barriers.
