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Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM vs Samyang 50mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC 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 Samyang 50mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM and the Samyang 50mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II
Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM Samyang 50mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II
Brand
Sony
Samyang
Max aperture
f/1.4
f/1.5
Weight
516 g
not listed
Length
96 mm
not listed
Diameter
80.6 mm
81.6 mm
Filter thread
67 mm
77 mm
Min focus distance
0.41 m closer
0.45 m
Max magnification
0.16×
not listed
Optical design
not listed
9 elements / 6 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

Samyang 50mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II

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