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
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 1.1 years newer.
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Wins
FE 50mm F1.4 GM
Wins
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Min focus distance (41 cm vs 79 cm)
- AFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Weight (516 g vs 800 g)
- AFE 50mm F1.4 GM has higher Max magnification (0.16 × vs 0.13 ×)
- AFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Length (96 mm vs 108.5 mm)
- AFE 50mm F1.4 GM has lower Diameter (80.6 mm vs 84.5 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
for scale
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
⌀85 × 109 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
FE 50mm F1.4 GM is 13mm shorter and 4mm narrower than AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE.
FE 50mm F1.4 GM is 284 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 F1.4 GM
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical, ED
- ✓
Control ring
Only FE 50mm F1.4 GM supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 50mm F1.4 GM supports it
- ✓
Min focus distance
41 cm vs 79 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
516 g vs 800 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
96 mm vs 108.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
80.6 mm vs 84.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.16 × vs 0.13 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Aspherical, 3 ED, 2 HR
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.4
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.4
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 F1.4 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
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 F1.4 GM and AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE at major authorized retailers.
Sony FE 50mm F1.4 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 August 2026.