Lens Comparison
Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM vs Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II
Key Differences
- Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM has a better maximum aperture (f/1.2 vs f/4).
- Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II has a better min focus distance (26 cm vs 40 cm).
- Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II has a better max magnification (0.5x vs 0.17x).
- Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM has a better length (108mm vs 149mm).
- Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM has a better aperture blades (11 vs 9).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 50mm | 70-200mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 14 | 19 |
| Optical Groups | 10 | 13 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 | f/4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | 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° – 47° | 34° – 12.5° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | XD Linear | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No | Yes |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 40 cm | 26 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 0.5x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | Yes |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,999 | $1,799 |
| Filter Size | 72mm | 72mm |
| Diameter | 87mm | 82.2mm |
| Length | 108mm | 149mm |
| Weight | 778g (1.72 lb) | 794g (1.75 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | Yes |
