Lens Comparison
Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM vs Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G
Key Differences
- Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G has a better weight (174g (6.1 oz) vs 1340g (2.95 lb)).
- Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G has a better price (msrp) ($599 vs $3,899).
- Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G has a better length (45.5mm vs 200mm).
- Sony FE 50mm f/2.5 G has a better min focus distance (25 cm vs 40 cm).
- Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM has a better maximum aperture (f/2 vs f/2.5).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 50-150mm | 50mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 19 | 9 |
| Optical Groups | 17 | 8 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 | f/2.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 47° – 16° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | XD Linear | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 40 cm | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.23x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | Yes | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $3,899 | $599 |
| Filter Size | 95mm | 49mm |
| Diameter | 102.8mm | 68mm |
| Length | 200mm | 45.5mm |
| Weight | 1340g (2.95 lb) | 174g (6.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes | No |
