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FE 50mm F1.2 GM
- 50mm
- f/1.2
- Prime
- 778 g
- Min focus 0.4 m
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Quick answer
A very bright 50mm prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/1.2 aperture. It targets portrait and low-light shooters who want strong subject separation.
Pros
- f/1.2 maximum aperture
- Linear-motor autofocus
- Very sharp optics
Cons
- Weighs about 778 g
- Larger than the f/1.4 GM
Verdict
Aimed at shooters who need maximum light at 50mm. Many will be fine with the lighter f/1.4 GM.
About this lens
A 50mm f/1.2 full-frame fast standard prime lens, the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM is designed for Sony E mount bodies, from the Sony G Master series. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 50mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.2
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2021
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.4 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.17x
- Filter thread
- 72 mm
- Weight
- 778 g
- Length
- 109.2 mm
- Diameter
- 87 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM?
- Portraits
- Low-light shooting
- Subject isolation
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
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 | 50mm | 39.6° | 46.8° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 75mm | 27° | 32.2° |
Frequently asked questions
Is f/1.2 noticeably different from f/1.4?
The difference is just under half a stop, which shows in depth of field and low-light capability.
Does the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM have an aperture ring?
Yes. The ring has a switch to turn the click stops on or off, so it can be used for stepped photo work or smooth, silent adjustment while filming.
Is the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM heavy?
Yes. At about 778 g it is clearly heavier than the roughly 516 g 50mm f/1.4 GM.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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