Lens Details
Sony
FE 50mm f/1.2 GM
$1,999~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: April 23, 2021
Highlights
- Full-frame 50mm f/1.2 standard prime for Sony E, a flexible walkaround choice.
- A fast f/1.2 maximum aperture gives smooth background blur and excellent low-light reach.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, a dedicated aperture ring for video and manual control, and it is moderately sized at 778g.
Who it's for
The Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM is a 50mm f/1.2 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.2 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
50mm
Focal Length
f/1.2
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
778g
Weight
72mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 50mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 10 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 47° – 47° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 40 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $1,999 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 72mm |
| Diameter | 87mm |
| Length | 108mm |
| Weight | 778g (1.72 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
