Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM vs Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
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 F1.4 GM is lighter by 126g.
- Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM goes wider (50mm vs 85mm).
- Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II reaches further (85mm vs 50mm).
- Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II is the newer design (2024 vs 2023).
| Spec | FE 50mm F1.4 GM | FE 85mm F1.4 GM II |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm (wider) | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Released | 2023 | 2024 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weight g | 516.0 (lighter) | 642.0 |
| Filter mm | 67 | 77 |
| Length mm | 96.0 | 107.3 |
| Diameter mm | 80.6 | 84.7 |
| Min focus m | 0.41 (closer focusing) | 0.85 |
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
Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
The second-generation 85mm f/1.4 G Master portrait prime for E-mount. It adds an aperture ring and is lighter than the original, at about 642 g.
Pros
- Aperture ring
- Lighter than the original
- 77mm filter thread
Cons
- Heavier than f/1.8 85mm lenses
- Large for a portrait prime at about 642 g