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
Viltrox
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
Sony E Mount
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE — 27mm f/1.2 for Sony E, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE is 2.6 years newer.
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Wins
FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Wins
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has higher Max magnification (0.17 × vs 0.1 ×)
- BAF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE has lower Min focus distance (28 cm vs 40 cm)
- BAF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE has lower Weight (595 g vs 778 g)
- BAF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE has lower Length (88 mm vs 108 mm)
- BAF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE has lower Diameter (76 mm vs 87 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareFE 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
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
⌀76 × 88 mm
595 g (1.31 lb / 20.99 oz)
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 20mm longer and 11mm wider than AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE.
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 183 g heavier than AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE.
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)
- ✓
Control ring
Only FE 50mm F1.2 GM supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 50mm F1.2 GM supports it
- ✓
Max magnification
0.17 × vs 0.1 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Aspherical, 3 ED, 3 HR
- ✓
Min focus distance
28 cm vs 40 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
595 g vs 778 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
88 mm vs 108 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
76 mm vs 87 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.2
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.2
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
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
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the FE 50mm F1.2 GM and AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE at major authorized retailers.
Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Viltrox AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.