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2025-03-29T20:00:00
I bought this about a month ago and I am so happy I did. The color rendering and sharpness are near perfect, focus is super fast and quiet. It is light and a great walk around lens for street photography and portraits.
mrphotog50mm
2024-09-18T20:00:00
Owned for 2 months I now use this lens fully open. Has changed my photography style. Wonderful!
Higsal
2024-09-05T20:00:00
The Sony 50 mm is a very sharp lens and great for portraits. Much more cost effective then the f1.2
mikemc586
2024-08-30T20:00:00
My first GM and decided to go with the 50mm 1.4 over the 1.2, i tested it in Antigua Guatemala, and man this lens is sweet!
Bwithallan
2024-08-06T20:00:00
I've only used this lens on the Sony FX3 and from this, you will achieve a very cinematic look, especially if adding an ND filter. Fantastic lens with a very smooth look at an affordable price.
Castle P.
2024-07-10T08:42:07
Great lens. Solid build quality. The aperture ring supports smooth or click operation which is very nice.
HARRISON S.
2024-07-07T20:00:00
Always great nifty fifty. Best lens to use for street and portrait
arcega
2024-06-11T20:00:00
It focuses fast and matches my 35mm G Master lens. It is definitely my preferred focal length. I also love that my 35, 50 and 85 all use the same filter size.
Dwightxm
2024-06-02T20:00:00
Everything is good, except the bokeh is not perfect circle with my a7c2, but just minor issue to me.
JoeK123
2024-04-25T20:00:00
would love for it to be wider A full frame 40mm 1.4 pro lens would be ideal
mediamixeruk
2024-04-15T20:00:00
Amazingly sharp lock on autofocus! Highly recommend it
Emil
2024-03-11T20:00:00
I purchased the 50 1.4 on 2-13-24 and have used for PR, commercial and even architectural assignments. I am just beginning to experiment with this lens shooting video at 1.4, a visually exciting scenario made much easier by Sony's fabulous AF system. I would rate the image quality of this lens (shot wide open) on-par with any Leica rangefinder lens wide open. I shot exclusively Leica for years in the recent past.
ski542002
2024-03-08T06:54:24
Great lens very satisfy :)
TSERING T.
2024-02-20T19:00:00
Crisp, superb contrast, vibrant and reliable focus. A must for your lens collection
Kev J.
2024-02-06T19:00:00
I have this lens a few months now and love. Fast and sharp great for portraits and street photography
PJ5959
2023-12-18T19:00:00
As above : great lens but awful service. So bad I have sold my FX3, ZV-E1 & (new) A6700 along with 7 lenses (5 of which are GM). Great products - poor customer appreciation.
StephenTNT
2023-11-11T19:00:00
I've had this lens for two two weeks, I'm a street photographer and I love asking strangers for a portrait, this lens suits my needs perfectly, it's tack sharp too.
johnny w.
2023-10-07T20:00:00
Smaller and lighter weight. Good to travel with this 50mm and one more zoom lens (wide or tele) depending on locations.
somtam_th
2023-10-07T20:00:00
Smaller and lighter weight. Good to travel with this 50mm and one more zoom lens (wide or tele) depending on locations.
somtam
2023-10-06T20:00:00
Simply love it. What you expect for a G master lens
AshishP
2023-09-19T20:00:00
My experience with this lens is AWESOME! Super sharp images even at 1.4 and had not seen any chromatic aberration even with photos that would be full of it. Auto focus performance is great. LOVE the lens.
Ruchir
2023-09-10T16:03:38
Great lens! Highly recommended if you have the budget:)
julian s.
2023-07-07T20:00:00
Superb build and image quality. Bokeh is beautiful, and video quality is sharp amd smooth. Used with a A7 Mk4
Dr E.
2023-06-27T20:00:00
I bought the 50mm G-Master lens to travel with because I wanted light weight. If I wanted a wider shot, I would do a panorama. If I wanted a closer shot, I would walk closer or put my camera in APS-C mode. I also like being able to change the aperture with the aperture ring. I use this feature when I am in bright sunlight and am unable to see the camera data on the screen. As a travel lens it did everything I asked it to do and very well, I might add.
Hippster
2023-05-12T20:00:00
I traded in my 55mm 1.8 lens towards this new 50mm 1.4GM not because I needed it I got G.A.S. and wanted something new and wanted to treat myself. This new lens is very light, its smaller than I expected, I was expecting the lens to be heavier with a larger glass front element so was surprised to see something smaller than my expectations. I've not had the chance yet to do a proper studio shoot with it, so I've been taking random snap shots around the house of my daughter, I was amazed at f1.4 how quickly the lens focus and nailed eye's tack sharp when very quickly raising the camera taking quick shots, was very happy with the picture quality.
bulletsie
2023-05-07T20:00:00
This lens exceeded my expectations. It is light, fast, easy to use and super sharp, even wide open.
Thomholm
2023-04-06T20:00:00
I've only had this lens a couple of weeks so it's not been used a lot yet but the results got so far are great.
Stoney S.
2023-03-31T20:00:00
This new lens from Sony is excellent. IQ is as sharp or sharper any other high quality lens (including other GM lenses) I have owned and its features (e.g. aperture ring and focus hold buttons) make this lens fast and efficient to use during a photoshoot. Compact for a f1.4 fast 50mm lens making it an absolute joy to use.
Phil R.
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16.14" (41cm) AF
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3.17 x 3.78" (80.6 x 96mm)
18.23 oz (516g) (Approx.)
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By Stoney S.
I've only had this lens a couple of weeks so it's not been used a lot yet but the results got so far are great.
Brilliant performance
By Kev J.
Crisp, superb contrast, vibrant and reliable focus. A must for your lens collection
The Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM Lens joins an already-impressive G Master lineup. With 14 lens elements in 11 groups, you can expect breathtaking bokeh and close-up performance when paired with your Sony mirrorless camera. The f/1.4 aperture will help keep your ISO low, meaning you’ll have higher quality images with less noise. This lens also carries two XD linear motors for a quick and accurate autofocus. At a 50mm focal length, this is an essential lens for any photographer’s toolkit — especially landscape, portrait, and night sky photographers.
Let the FE 50mm f/1.4 GM Lens from Sony redefine your photography with its blend of high-quality craftsmanship and advanced optical technology. This premium G Master series standard prime lens is engineered for photographers who demand exceptional image quality and creative flexibility.
Experience the pinnacle of Sony's lens innovation with the FE 50mm f/1.4 GM Lens, designed to deliver extraordinary resolution and stunning bokeh effects. The lens features two high-precision XA (extreme aspherical) elements that meticulously correct distortion and virtually all aberrations, ensuring your images are sharp and clear right to the edges. The inclusion of an ED (extra-low dispersion) glass element further suppresses chromatic aberration, providing images with pristine clarity and vibrant colors without any color bleeding.
The innovative optical design of this lens, paired with an F1.4 maximum aperture, creates magnificent bokeh that makes your subjects pop against beautifully blurred backgrounds. The 11-blade circular aperture contributes to the lens's ability to produce smooth, creamy bokeh, free from the distractions of onion-ring effects, thanks to the careful optimization of spherical aberration during the design and manufacturing process.
Sony's original Nano AR Coating II has been applied to the lens surfaces to significantly reduce internal reflections that can cause flare and ghosting, ensuring outstanding clarity and contrast even in challenging lighting conditions. This coating, along with the lens's ability to maintain high contrast and resolution even when shooting with strong light sources in the frame, makes it an indispensable tool for both professional and advanced amateur photographers.
The FE 50mm f/1.4 GM Lens is not only a marvel in optical performance but also in its physical design. Despite its large-aperture and high-resolution capabilities, the lens remains remarkably compact and lightweight, measuring just 80.6 mm in diameter and 96.0 mm in length, and weighing a mere 516 grams (18.3 oz). This makes it an ideal choice for photographers on the go, whether you're capturing portraits, landscapes, or everyday snapshots.
Autofocus performance is fast, precise, and whisper-quiet, courtesy of Sony's high-thrust XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors and an advanced control algorithm. This ensures smooth and responsive focus drive, which is especially beneficial when shooting stills or movies. The lens's focus group is driven with minimal noise and vibration, making it perfect for capturing movies at high frame rates or when discretion is required.
For creators who prefer manual control, the Linear Response MF feature provides a manual focusing experience that rivals that of mechanical lenses. The focus ring responds directly and linearly to your touch, allowing for smooth rack focus transitions in video and precise adjustments in still photography. An iris lock switch, two customizable focus hold buttons, and an AF/MF focus mode switch add to the lens's versatility, giving photographers and videographers the flexibility to adapt to any shooting scenario.
Built to withstand the rigors of professional use, the FE 50mm f/1.4 GM Lens features a dust- and moisture-resistant design, ensuring reliability in challenging outdoor environments. The front lens element is treated with a fluorine coating that repels water, oil, and other contaminants, making it easy to keep clean and clear.
In summary, the FE 50mm f/1.4 GM Lens is a testament to Sony's commitment to excellence in imaging. With its advanced features, such as XA elements, ED glass, Nano AR Coating II, and XD Linear Motors, this lens stands out as a superior choice for photographers and videographers who require the best in image quality, performance, and versatility.