FE 50-150mm F2 GM
- 50-150mm
- f/2.0
- Zoom
- 1340 g
- Min focus 0.4 m
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Quick answer
A telephoto zoom with a constant f/2 aperture for full-frame E-mount covering 50-150mm. It is aimed at portrait and event work.
Pros
- f/2 aperture across the range
- Strong subject separation
- Linear motors for fast autofocus
Cons
- Large and heavy at about 1,340 g
- Uses a 95mm filter thread
Verdict
Consider it a specialist lens for working pros who need f/2 at telephoto lengths. Most casual users will find it more lens than they need.
About this lens
The Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM is a full-frame fast short-telephoto zoom lens covering 50-150mm at f/2 for Sony E mount cameras, from the Sony G Master series. The range suits portraits and general telephoto work.
Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 50-150mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.0
- Lens type
- Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2025
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.4 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.2x
- Filter thread
- 95 mm
- Weight
- 1340 g
- Length
- 200 mm
- Diameter
- 102.8 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM?
- Portraits
- Weddings and events
- Stage and indoor sports
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 50–150mm | 13.7–39.6° | 16.4–46.8° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 75–225mm | 9.1–27° | 11–32.2° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the FE 50-150mm F2 GM better than a 70-200mm f/2.8?
It is one stop faster, but covers less range and weighs more than Sony's 70-200mm GM II.
Is the Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM good for portraits?
Yes. f/2 across 85-135mm gives strong background separation.
Is the FE 50-150mm F2 GM a full-frame lens?
Yes. It covers the full 35mm frame on full-frame E-mount bodies, and it also works on APS-C E-mount bodies with a crop.
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