Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM vs Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE
Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM if
- Our notes say it suits: Portraits, street and documentary, hybrid video
Pick the Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
10 differences| Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM | Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Zeiss
|
| Weight |
516 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
96 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
80.6 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
67 mm
|
58 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.41 m
closer
|
0.45 m
|
| Max magnification |
0.16×
larger
|
0.15×
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
7 elements / 6 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
Manual focus
|
| Released |
2023
|
not listed
|
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 50mm both
- Max aperture
- f/1.4 both
- Image stabilization
- No both
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
Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE
A 50mm f/1.4 fast standard prime lens, the Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE is designed for Sony E mount bodies. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
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