Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM vs Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8
Both are Sony E zoom lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM if
- Our notes say it suits: Portraits, weddings and events, stage and indoor sports
Pick the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 if
- You want a wider view: 35mm vs 50mm at the wide end
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.33 m vs 0.4 m
- You want a compact lens: 157.4 mm vs 200 mm long
Spec differences
12 differences| Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM | Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Samyang
|
| Focal length |
50-150mm
|
35-150mm
|
| Weight |
1340 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
200 mm
|
157.4 mm
shorter
|
| Diameter |
102.8 mm
|
92.8 mm
slimmer
|
| Filter thread |
95 mm
|
82 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.4 m
|
0.33 m
closer
|
| Max magnification |
0.2×
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
21 elements / 18 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
Linear motor
|
| Weather sealing |
not listed
|
Yes
|
| Released |
2025
|
not listed
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Zoom both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Max aperture
- f/2 both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM
A telephoto zoom with a constant f/2 aperture for full-frame E-mount covering 50-150mm. It is aimed at portrait and event work.
Pros
- f/2 aperture across the range
- Strong subject separation
- Linear motors for fast autofocus
Cons
- Large and heavy at about 1,340 g
- Uses a 95mm filter thread
Our notes
Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8
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