Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM vs Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM is faster by 0.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.4), letting in more light.
- Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM is lighter by 262g.
- Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM is the newer design (2023 vs 2021).
| Spec | FE 50mm F1.2 GM | FE 50mm F1.4 GM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 (faster) | f/1.4 |
| Released | 2021 | 2023 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weight g | 778.0 | 516.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 72 | 67 |
| Length mm | 109.2 | 96.0 |
| Diameter mm | 87.0 | 80.6 |
| Min focus m | 0.4 | 0.41 |
| Max magnification | 0.17 | n/a |
Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM
A very bright 50mm prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/1.2 aperture. It targets portrait and low-light shooters who want strong subject separation.
Pros
- f/1.2 maximum aperture
- Linear-motor autofocus
- Very sharp optics
Cons
- Weighs about 778 g
- Larger than the f/1.4 GM
Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM
A compact G Master 50mm for E-mount with an f/1.4 aperture and an aperture ring. It weighs about 516 g, lighter than the FE 50mm F1.2 GM.
Pros
- Sharp from wide open
- Compact for an f/1.4 GM
- Aperture ring with de-click
Cons
- Larger than f/1.8 and f/2.5 options
- No stabilization in the lens