Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM vs Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II
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 Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II if
- You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/0.95 vs f/1.4)
Spec differences
12 differences| Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM | Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Brightin Star
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.4
|
f/0.95
1 stop faster
|
| Weight |
516 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
96 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
80.6 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
67 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.41 m
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
0.16×
|
not listed
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
9
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
10 elements / 9 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
Manual focus
|
| Released |
2023
|
not listed
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 50mm 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
Brightin Star 50mm f/0.95 Mark II
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