83 Sony FE 50mm f1.4 GM Lens

The Sony FE 50 mm f/1.4 GM is a premium standard prime lens from Sony’s prestigious G Master (GM) lineup, engineered for photographers and videographers who demand exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and outstanding optical performance. Designed for Sony full‑frame E‑mount mirrorless cameras, this 50 mm prime delivers a natural field of view that’s perfect for portraits, street photography, weddings, travel, and creative low‑light shooting.

With a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture, the lens produces smooth, creamy background blur while maintaining excellent subject separation and detail—even in challenging lighting conditions. Sony’s advanced optical design minimizes aberrations, flare, and distortion while maximizing resolution edge‑to‑edge. Combined with fast, accurate autofocus and robust build quality, the FE 50 mm f/1.4 GM is one of the most versatile and expressive primes in Sony’s lineup.

Key Specifications

General

• Lens Type: Standard prime
• Mount: Sony E‑mount (FE full‑frame)
• Format Compatibility: Full‑frame / APS‑C (75 mm equiv.)
• Model: SEL50F14GM

Optical Design

• Focal Length: 50 mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.4
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Optical Construction: 13 elements in 10 groups
• Special Elements:
  • XA (extreme aspherical) elements for high resolution and sharpness
  • ED (Extra‑Low Dispersion) glass to reduce chromatic aberration
  • Super ED elements for color fidelity
• Coating: Sony Nano AR Coating II to minimize flare/ghosting
• Aperture Blades: 11 (rounded for smooth bokeh)

Autofocus & Focus

• Autofocus: Yes (XD Linear Motors)
• Focus Drive: Dual XD Linear Motors for fast, precise AF
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.37 m (1.22 ft)
• Maximum Magnification: Approx. 0.17×
• Manual Focus Override: Yes

Imaging & Performance

• Angle of View: 47° (full‑frame)
• Resolution: Edge‑to‑edge sharpness even wide open
• Bokeh Quality: Extremely smooth and cream‑like background rendering
• Aperture Performance: Excellent control of depth of field and low‑light capability

Physical & Handling

• Filter Size: 72 mm
• Dimensions (Approx.): 83.5 × 108 mm
• Weight (Approx.): 778 g (27.5 oz)
• Build: Dust‑ and moisture‑resistant design
• Control Ring: Customizable aperture/focus control ring
• Focus Hold Button: Custom button on barrel

Key Features

• G Master optical performance with high resolution and dramatic bokeh
• Bright f/1.4 aperture for creative low‑light shooting
• Advanced autofocus with XD Linear Motors—fast, quiet, and accurate
• Nano AR Coating II reduces flare and ghosting
• Robust build quality for demanding environments
• 11‑blade circular diaphragm for natural highlights and smooth defocus

Ideal For

• Professional portraits with stunning subject isolation
• Creative photography with shallow depth of field
• Events and weddings
• Street, travel, and everyday photography
• Hybrid video requiring smooth focus and shallow DOF