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
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
Sony E Mount
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO — 90mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the tamron lineup.
$649
Launch priceReleased Feb 2022
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO is 11 months newer.
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Wins
FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Wins
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- B90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO has higher Max magnification (1 × vs 0.17 ×)
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- B90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO has lower Weight (500 g vs 778 g)
- B90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO has lower Min focus distance (28 cm vs 40 cm)
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
for scale
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
⌀81 × 120 mm
500 g (1.10 lb / 17.64 oz)
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 12mm shorter and 6mm wider than 90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO.
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 278 g heavier than 90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO.
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 (Wide)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only FE 50mm F1.2 GM supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only FE 50mm F1.2 GM supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 50mm F1.2 GM supports it
- ✓
Length
108 mm vs 120 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Max magnification
1 × vs 0.17 × — higher is better
- ✓
Weight
500 g vs 778 g — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
28 cm vs 40 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
81 mm vs 87 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
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
90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
Pros
- ✓Solid optical performance for the price tier
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
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.