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 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
Sony E Mount
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE — 85mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Mar 2024
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE is 3 years newer.
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Wins
FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Wins
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Min focus distance (40 cm vs 79 cm)
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has higher Max magnification (0.17 × vs 0.13 ×)
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.2 vs f/1.4)
- AFE 50mm F1.2 GM has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.2 vs f/1.4)
- BAF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE has lower Diameter (84.5 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 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
⌀85 × 109 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 1mm shorter and 3mm wider than AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE.
FE 50mm F1.2 GM is 22 g lighter than AF 85mm F1.4 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
- ✓
Min focus distance
40 cm vs 79 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.2 vs f/1.4 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.2 vs f/1.4 — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.17 × vs 0.13 × — higher is better
- ✓
Weight
778 g vs 800 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose the AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Aspherical, 3 ED, 2 HR
- ✓
Diameter
84.5 mm vs 87 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
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 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 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 85mm F1.4 Pro FE at major authorized retailers.
Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM
Viltrox AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.