Offering the latest in lens technology, the Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM Lens for Sony E Mountis designed with sophisticated elements and advanced optics to provide uncompromising image quality for still and video shooters alike. A member of the esteemed G Master lens family, this versatile normal-length prime provides a natural field of view, allowing you to create memorable images to last a lifetime. An excellent choice for everyday use, this lens also includes a fast and precise autofocus system in a lightweight and compact design making it convenient to take with you everywhere you go.

Full-Frame | f/1.4 to f/16    G-Master Design with Advanced Optics    Two XD Linear AF Motors, Internal Focus    Focus Hold Buttons & Iris Lock Switch    Physical Aperture Ring & De-Click Switch    Rounded 11-Blade Diaphragm    Nano AR II & Fluorine Coatings    Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction

• Two XA (extreme aspherical) elements minimize aberrations and distortions while also providing outstanding resolution and sharpness.

• One ED (extra-low dispersion) glass element effectively eliminates chromatic aberration and color fringing to produce a high degree of clarity and color accuracy.

• Applied to specific elements, a Nano AR Coating II greatly reduces reflective light to decrease ghosting and flare for increased contrast and color accuracy in strong lighting conditions.

• Bright f/1.4 maximum aperture provides a very shallow depth of field for pleasing background blur when using selective focus techniques.

• Ideal for portraits, a circular 11-blade aperture produces deep and dreamy bokeh.

• Beyond depth of field control and pleasing bokeh, the lens's f/1.4 aperture also allows for handheld shooting in low-light conditions.

• Maximizing the advantages of the latest camera bodies, two XD Linear Motors provide quick, quiet, and precise autofocus and subject tracking performance. Designed to enhance control for both still and movies, this design also provides natural manual focus control when desired. Located on the lens barrel, an AF/MF switch enables tactile control for these settings.

• Internal focusing design offers more responsive focusing performance and maintains a consistent overall lens length during operation.

• Minimum autofocusing distance of 16" allows for dynamic close-up images.

• New for Sony primes, an iris lock switch prevents the aperture ring from being accidentally moved. This switch can also be unlocked allowing the aperture ring to rotate seamlessly and silently.

• Benefitting video applications, an easy-to-read aperture ring with f-stop engraving

  can be quickly de-clicked on the lens barrel for smooth and silent aperture control.

• Two focus hold buttons are featured on the lens barrel for intuitive control and rapid access to select settings.

• Tactile in its design, a Linear Response manual focus ring provides fine linear focus control.

• Despite its wide f/1.4 maximum aperture, complex optical design, and inclusion of a high-performance AF system, this lens still manages to be compact and lightweight for everyday use, measuring 3.1 x 3.7" and weighing just 18 oz.

• Meant for use in challenging conditions, this lens features dust and moisture-resistant construction. All seams are sealed, buttons and switches have silicone rubber gaskets, and a rubber ring seals the lens mount.

• Fluorine coating on the front element repels water, oil, fingerprints, and contaminates while also making the lens easy to clean.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the mount on a NEX-5T?

A: Yes, it will mount to any E-mount and any full frame FE mount.

Q: 2. Is this a macro lens or have macro capabilities

A: No, as already stated this is an amazing portrait lens, but it is not a macro lens. Its maximum native magnification is 0.12X. You could use it in macro situations with the addition of extension tubes, but you would probably prefer the experience with a true macro lens like the Sony 90mm FE macro.

Q: 3. What do you think for using it at videography?

A: The Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM Lens (Sony E) would be an excellent choice for a high quality, fast autofocus lens, for great performance for video, with a Sony Mirrorless or Cinema Camera.

Q: 4. Would you recommend it for video?

A: I've tried it on video and it looked good. The focus is fast and smooth enough but not sure if it's good enough for pro-videographers considering their demands are higher. Manually focusing is also focus by wire which can be challenging if you're doing cinematic zooming in and out very fast.

Q: 5. I'm torn between this and the 135 GM 1.8 do any of you have both? Which one will give me the most versatility? Opinions welcome

A: Hi--since these are both basically superb portrait lenses, versatility would depend on what else you want to use the lens for: the 135mm would be more versatile for shooting sports, while the 85mm would be more versatile for street photography. The 85mm is the classic portrait focal length, but 135mm is right in the portrait range.

Q: 6. Will this work on an FX6 natively or does in need an adapter?

A: This will work directly on an FX6 because both the FX6 and this lens have a Sony E mount.

Q: 7. linear?

A: This lens uses a Linear as opposed to Rotational focusing motor. A Linear motor moves the focusing elements in a straight line. This enables smooth, fast and silent Autofocus.

Q: 8. Is the manual focus linear for repeatable focus pulls, or is it focus by wire?

A: Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM Lens (Sony E) has a linear response manual focus control. It ensures that the focus ring responds directly and repeatably to subtle control when focusing manually.

Q: 9. Does it include a lens hood?

A: Yes. the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM does come with a lens hood.

Q: 10. This lens is 3 years old. Is it worth investing in it or maybe Sony might come up with a newer version this or next year?

A: This lens produces a beautiful image for Sony Full Frame E-Mount Cameras. We cannot speak to what new releases will be coming down the line for lenses, but lenses are not like cameras in how they hold their value when new releases come out. This will be worth the investment for years to come.