Sony
FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Sony E Mount
Exquisite resolution and dreamy bokeh combine in a masterful f/1.2 prime.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Mar 2021
Tamron
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
Sony E Mount
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD — 35–150mm f/2-2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD is 1.5 years newer.
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Wins
FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Wins
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Length (108 mm vs 213 mm)
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.2 vs f/2)
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Weight (778 g vs 1165 g)
- B35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD has higher Max magnification (0.25 × vs 0.17 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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FE 50mm F1.2 GM
⌀87 × 108 mm
778 g (1.72 lb / 27.44 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
⌀70 × 213 mm
1165 g (2.57 lb / 41.09 oz)
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 105mm shorter and 17mm wider than 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD.
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 387 g lighter than 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD.
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 FE 50mm F1.2 GM
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 3 XA (extreme aspherical)
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Length
108 mm vs 213 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.2 vs f/2 — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
778 g vs 1165 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 87 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.17 × — higher is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
38 cm vs 40 cm — 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.
FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Pros
- ✓Outstanding sharpness wide open at f/1.2
- ✓Stunningly smooth, circular bokeh with 11 aperture blades
- ✓Extremely quiet and fast autofocus tracking
- ✓Manageable size and weight for an f/1.2 lens
Cons
- –Expensive investment for a single focal length
- –Heavy compared to standard f/1.8 options
- –Some visible vignetting wide open
35-150mm F2-2.8 Di III VXD
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.