Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM vs Samyang 50mm f/1.2 AS UMC CS

Pick the Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM if

• You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.41 m vs 0.5 m
• You shoot full frame: the Samyang 50mm f/1.2 AS UMC CS is made for APS-C
• Our notes say it suits: Portraits, street and documentary, hybrid video

Pick the Samyang 50mm f/1.2 AS UMC CS if

• You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.2 vs f/1.4)
• You want the lighter lens to carry: 141 g lighter (375 g vs 516 g)
• You want a compact lens: 74.2 mm vs 96 mm long

Our notes

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

Our notes

Samyang 50mm f/1.2 AS UMC CS

The Samyang 50mm f/1.2 AS UMC CS is a fast standard prime lens covering 50mm at f/1.2 for Sony E mount cameras, with aspherical elements. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.