Sony
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Sony E Mount
FE 50mm F1.4 GM — 50mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sony lineup.
$1,799
Launch priceReleased Feb 2023
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
FE 50mm F1.4 GM is 1 year newer.
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Wins
FE 50mm F1.4 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 0.16 ×)
- AFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- AFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- B90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO has lower Min focus distance (28 cm vs 41 cm)
- AFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Length (96 mm vs 120 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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FE 50mm F1.4 GM
⌀81 × 96 mm
516 g (1.14 lb / 18.20 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
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90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
⌀81 × 120 mm
500 g (1.10 lb / 17.64 oz)
FE 50mm F1.4 GM is 24mm shorter than 90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO.
FE 50mm F1.4 GM is 16 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 F1.4 GM
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only FE 50mm F1.4 GM supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only FE 50mm F1.4 GM supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 50mm F1.4 GM supports it
- ✓
Length
96 mm vs 120 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
80.6 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
- ✓
Max magnification
1 × vs 0.16 × — higher is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
28 cm vs 41 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
500 g vs 516 g — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
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?
Compare live prices for the FE 50mm F1.4 GM and 90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO at major authorized retailers.
Sony FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Tamron 90mm F2.8 Di III MACRO
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.