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Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM Full-Frame Lens (2021)

MSRP 2000 USD88% Neofiliac85% External
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Product Overview

Sony FE 50mm 1.2 GM is an ultra-fast full-frame prime lens for Sony's E-mount mirrorless cameras. With the largest f/1.2 maximum aperture across Sony's lineup, the 50mm GM joins the SEL35F14GM and SEL24F14GM as some of the most compact large aperture prime lenses for full-frame cameras.
The FE 50mm 1.2 GM features four XD (extreme dynamic) Linear Motors to deliver industry-leading autofocus performance. Combined with the latest high-performance Sony cameras such as the Alpha 1, the SEL50FE12GM easily sustains high burst rates with object tracking while delivering high image quality.
Speaking of image quality, Sony boasts edge-to-edge sharpness and superior flare resistance, thanks to the employment of XA (extreme aspherical) elements and Nano AR Coating II. The lens's 11-blade rounded aperture and f/1.2 aperture further guarantee smooth bokeh.
Like other recent GM prime lenses such as the FE 135mm 1.8, the FE 50mm 1.2 comes with a de-clickable aperture control ring.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 88% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Very bright maximum aperture
  • Weather-sealed
  • Declickable aperture ring
  • Excellent contrast
  • Very fast autofocus
  • Well-corrected
Cons
  • Somewhat heavy

What external reviewers found***

External score 85% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Excellent resolution
  • Excellent image quality
  • Excellent autofocus
  • Incredible bokeh
  • Fast autofocus
  • Sharp, smooth and quiet
Cons
  • Lacks focus breathing
  • Not a lens for all usage as it lacks AF
  • High price
  • Odd blade count
  • Vignetting at f/2
  • Focus breathing can reduce field of view
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Price Comparison

Specifications

Construction

Aperture Blades
11 blades
Colors
Black
Form Factor
Normal Prime Lens
Image Size
Full-Frame
Lens Barrel
Physical aperture ring
Lens Mount
Sony E-mount
Material
Magnesium alloy
Motor
Linear Motor
Optical Formula | Elements
14 elements
Optical Formula | Groups
10 groups
Optical Formula | Special Glass
3 'extreme aspherical' elements, Nano AR II coating groups

Dimensions

Filter Diameter
72 mm / 2.83 in
Size | Diameter
87 mm / 3.43 in
Size | Length
108 mm / 4.25 in
Weight
778 g / 27.49 oz

Function

Angle Of View
46.8° Diagonal | 39.6° Horizontal | 27.0° Vertical
Aperture
f/1.2 ~ f/16
Autofocus
Yes
Focal Length
50 mm
Focus Type
Internal
Image Stabilization
No
Weather Resistance
Yes

Performance

Max Magnification
0.17x
Min Focus Distance
400 mm / 15.75 in

Production

Accessory
Lens hood included
Debut
2021-03-16
Model Name
SEL50F12GM
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External Reviews

sonyalpha[1]

Reviewer score 82%
Reviewers from sonyalpha have found the following***:
The Sony 50 F1.2 GM is the champion in all categories. It comes right at the top of the best 50mm lenses in the market. It has outstanding sharpness, very smooth background blur, excellent bokeh & color rendition, very compact and light, ultra fast AF compatible with the 30fps of the Sony A1.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent results in all situations / sharpness is outstanding (including in the corners), very smooth background blur, color rendering is very pleasant, skins are very well rendered, Superb 3D effects at F1.2 with subject well separated from the backg...
Cons
  • Not a lens for all usage as it lacks AF

cameralabs[2]

Reviewer score 88%
Reviewers from cameralabs have found the following***:
The Sony 50 1.2 G Master becomes the best quality standard lens for the e-mount to date, delivering razor-sharp details and smooth rendering. It’s sharp across the frame, even wide-open at f1.2, performs well throughout its focusing range from near to far, and is well-featured with weather-sealing, a de-clickable aperture ring, rubber-tipped lens hood and focusing that's smooth, fast and quiet.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Sharp, smooth and quiet
  • Very wide-open at f1.2
  • Dust and splash protection
Cons
  • Focus breathing can reduce field of view
  • High price

pcmag[3]

Reviewer score 90%
Reviewers from pcmag have found the following***:
The Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM is the best take on the concept for a full-frame mirrorless system. Bokeh is rounder at f/1.4, and perfectly circular across the frame by f/2.8. Autofocus is fast and quiet, and the lens includes the dust, splash, and fluorine protection.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent resolution
  • Excellent autofocus
  • Dust, splash, fluorine, and fluorine protection
Cons
  • Lacks focus breathing

techradar[4]

Reviewer score 89%
Reviewers from techradar have found the following***:
The Sony 50mm f/1.2 is the fastest E-mount lens currently available. It features a circular 11-blade aperture, which helps to produce stunning bokeh. The lens also features Sony's Nano Coating II, to reduce internal reflections and avoid ghosting and flare. At $1999 / £2099 / AU$3,399, the 50mm will be out of the reach of many photographers.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Superfast f/1.2 maximum aperture
  • Incredible bokeh
  • Fast autofocus
Cons
  • Vignetting at f/2

digitalpicture[5]

Reviewer score 80%
Reviewers from digitalpicture have found the following***:
The Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM Lens is an excellent value for those looking for the ultimate image quality. The GM lens is priced moderately higher, but don't forget about the noticeable nearly-0.5-stops of aperture advantage that lens has. The Sony lens focuses slightly quieter and faster and has 11 diaphragm blades vs. 10.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent image quality
  • Compatible with all Sony E-mount cameras
  • 1-year limited warranty
Cons
  • Odd blade count
  • No focus limiter

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References

  1. ^ Sony 50mm F1.2 GM. [sonyalpha]. https://sonyalpha.blog/2021/05/28/sony-50mm-f1-2-gm/. 2021-05-28. Retrieved 2021-06-06.
  2. ^ Sony FE 50mm f1.2 GM review. [cameralabs]. https://www.cameralabs.com/sony-fe-50mm-f1-2-gm-review/. Retrieved 2022-01-21.
  3. ^ Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/sony-fe-50mm-f12-gm. 2021-05-03. Retrieved 2021-05-04.
  4. ^ Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/sony-fe-50mm-f12-gm. 2021-03-28. Retrieved 2021-03-31.
  5. ^ Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM Lens Review. [digitalpicture]. https://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Sony-FE-50mm-f-1.2-GM-Lens.aspx. Retrieved 2022-01-21.

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