Lens Comparison
Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II vs Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM
Key Differences
- Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM has a better maximum aperture (f/1.2 vs f/2.8).
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II has a better min focus distance (22 cm vs 40 cm).
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II has a better weight (547g (1.21 lb) vs 778g (1.72 lb)).
- Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM II has a better max magnification (0.32x vs 0.17x).
- Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM has a better price (msrp) ($1,999 vs $2,299).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 16-35mm | 50mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 15 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 12 | 10 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 107° – 63° | 47° – 47° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | XD Linear | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 22 cm | 40 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.32x | 0.17x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $2,299 | $1,999 |
| Filter Size | 82mm | 72mm |
| Diameter | 87.8mm | 87mm |
| Length | 111.5mm | 108mm |
| Weight | 547g (1.21 lb) | 778g (1.72 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
