Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM vs Samyang 50mm T1.3 AS UMC CS

Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Sony · 2021

FE 50mm F1.2 GM

f/1.2778 g

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Samyang

50mm T1.3 AS UMC CS

f/1.3MF

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Pick the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM if

You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.4 m vs 0.5 m
You shoot full frame: the Samyang 50mm T1.3 AS UMC CS is made for APS-C
Our notes say it suits: Portraits, low-light shooting, subject isolation

Pick the Samyang 50mm T1.3 AS UMC CS if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

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Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM and the Samyang 50mm T1.3 AS UMC CS
	Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM	Samyang 50mm T1.3 AS UMC CS
Brand	Sony	Samyang
Format	Full frame	APS-C
Max aperture	f/1.2	f/1.3
Weight	778 g	not listed
Length	109.2 mm	not listed
Diameter	87 mm	73.6 mm slimmer
Filter thread	72 mm	62 mm
Min focus distance	0.4 m closer	0.5 m
Max magnification	0.17×	not listed
Optical design	not listed	9 elements / 7 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	Manual focus
Released	2021	not listed

4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Focal length: 50mm both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

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.