Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM vs Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM
Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM has more in its favour on paper. The FE 50mm f/1.2 GM gathers more light for low light and background blur; the FE 50mm f/1.4 GM is lighter and cheaper.
Choose the FE 50mm f/1.4 GM for
- less weight (516g vs 778g)
- a lower price (about £930 vs £1,040)
Choose the FE 50mm f/1.2 GM for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.2, about 0.4 stops more light)
| FE 50mm f/1.4 GM | FE 50mm f/1.2 GM | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sony | Sony |
| Focal length | 50mm | 50mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 |
| Weight | 516 g | 778 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Filter size | 67mm | 72mm |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| New price | £1,399 | £1,999 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £934–£934 | £929–£1,159 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM better than the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM?
The FE 50mm f/1.4 GM offers less weight (516g vs 778g), a lower price (about £930 vs £1,040); the FE 50mm f/1.2 GM offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.2, about 0.4 stops more light).
Which is better value, the FE 50mm f/1.4 GM or the FE 50mm f/1.2 GM?
On Sony E / FE, the Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM costs about £930 against about £1,040 for the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/1.2 worth it over f/1.4?
f/1.2 gathers about 0.4 stops more light, which helps indoors, at night and for background blur. If you mostly shoot in good light, the slower lens is usually lighter and cheaper.
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Sony E / FE.