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 75mm F1.2 FE
Sony E Mount
AF 75mm F1.2 FE — 75mm f/1.2 for Sony E, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$539
Launch priceReleased Mar 2023
AF 75mm F1.2 FE is 2 years newer.
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Wins
FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Wins
AF 75mm F1.2 FE
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Min focus distance (40 cm vs 80 cm)
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has higher Max magnification (0.17 × vs 0.1 ×)
- BAF 75mm F1.2 FE has lower Weight (585 g vs 778 g)
- BAF 75mm F1.2 FE has lower Length (101 mm vs 108 mm)
- BAF 75mm F1.2 FE has lower Diameter (82 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 75mm F1.2 FE
⌀82 × 101 mm
585 g (1.29 lb / 20.64 oz)
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 7mm longer and 5mm wider than AF 75mm F1.2 FE.
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 193 g heavier than AF 75mm F1.2 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)
- ✓
Min focus distance
40 cm vs 80 cm — lower is better
- ✓
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 75mm F1.2 FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Aspherical, 3 ED, 3 HR
- ✓
Weight
585 g vs 778 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
101 mm vs 108 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
82 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 75mm F1.2 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 75mm F1.2 FE at major authorized retailers.
Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Viltrox AF 75mm F1.2 FE
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.