Panasonic
LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8
Leica L Mount
LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8 — 24–70mm f/2.8 for Leica L, a popular choice in the panasonic lineup.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Oct 2019
Sony
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Sony E Mount
FE 50mm F1.4 GM — 50mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sony lineup.
$1,799
Launch priceReleased Feb 2023
FE 50mm F1.4 GM is 3.4 years newer.
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Wins
LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8
Wins
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- BFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- BFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Weight (516 g vs 935 g)
- ALUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8 has higher Max magnification (0.25 × vs 0.16 ×)
- BFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Length (96 mm vs 140 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8
⌀91 × 140 mm
935 g (2.06 lb / 32.98 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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FE 50mm F1.4 GM
⌀81 × 96 mm
516 g (1.14 lb / 18.20 oz)
LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8 is 44mm longer and 10mm wider than FE 50mm F1.4 GM.
LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8 is 419 g heavier than FE 50mm F1.4 GM.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8
- ✓
Min focus distance
37 cm vs 41 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.16 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the FE 50mm F1.4 GM
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Weight
516 g vs 935 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
96 mm vs 140 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
80.6 mm vs 90.9 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Leica L mount compatibility
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8 and FE 50mm F1.4 GM at major authorized retailers.
Panasonic LUMIX S PRO 24-70mm F2.8
Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.