Sony’s latest addition to the G Master lineup brings a rare combination of reach and brightness, packing three popular focal lengths into one go?anywhere zoom. Here’s a closer look at what makes the FE 50–150 mm F2 GM tick—and whether it fits your kit.
From Primes to Zoom: Why F2 Across 50–150 mm Matters
Maintaining a constant F2 aperture throughout the 50–150 mm range is no small feat—and it’s the headline here. Normally, zooms this long settle for F2.8 (or slower) once you push past 100 mm. By holding steady at F2, this lens can mimic the low?light performance and subject separation of a trio of primes (50 mm, 85 mm, 135 mm) without the lens?swap shuffle. Wedding shooters and portraitists gain flexibility, while videographers get consistent exposure and depth of field whether filming close?ups or tighter mid?shots.
Sharpness and Bokeh in One Package
Sony’s G Master series has always walked the tightrope between resolution and creamy background blur. Here, two Extreme Aspherical (XA) elements join two Super ED and three ED glass elements to tame chromatic aberrations and keep corners crisp. An 11?blade circular diaphragm fashions that signature buttery bokeh, letting subjects pop against softly rendered backgrounds. Nano AR Coating II cuts glare and ghosting, so even backlit scenes stay contrasty and clean.
Built for Real?World Shooting
Despite its bright optics, the FE 50–150 mm F2 GM stays surprisingly manageable: an internal?zoom design keeps its length locked at about 200 mm, and the balance shifts minimally as you zoom. Weighing in at roughly 1,340 g, it’s hefty but stable—ideal for handheld runs or gimbal work. Weather? and dust?sealing plus a fluorine?treated front element help you keep shooting in less?than?perfect conditions without worrying about grime or moisture.
Speedy Autofocus and Video Chops
Four XD (Extreme Dynamic) linear motors and advanced control algorithms deliver fast, quiet AF—enough to drive the ?9 III at up to 120 fps continuous shooting with full AF/AE tracking. For filmmakers, minimized focus breathing and Sony’s Breathing Compensation feature keep framing smooth during focus pulls. Linear Response manual focus means dial turns translate immediately to focus shifts, while the silent motors won’t betray your recording.
With its unique F2 zoom range, robust build, and pro?level focusing, the FE 50–150 mm F2 GM slots neatly into a one?lens?to?rule?them?all scenario. Sony plans to make it available in May 2025, priced around $3,899 USD (? $5,499 CAD) through Sony’s direct channels and authorized North American dealers.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Mount / Format | Sony E?mount, full?frame (FE) |
| Focal Length | 50–150 mm |
| Maximum Aperture | F2 (constant throughout zoom range) |
| Aperture Blades | 11?blade circular diaphragm |
| Lens Construction | 2 × XA, 2 × Super ED, 3 × ED elements |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.4 m (wide end) |
| Maximum Magnification Ratio | 0.20× |
| Zoom Design | Internal zoom (length remains constant) |
| Focus Drive | 4 × XD linear motors |
| Coatings | Nano AR Coating II; fluorine front element coating |
| Weather Sealing | Dust? and moisture?resistant construction |
| Size | Approx. 200 mm length (7 7/8 inches) |
| Weight | Approx. 1,340 g (47.3 oz) excluding tripod mount |
| Video Features | Minimised focus breathing; Breathing Compensation; Linear Response MF |
| Continuous Shooting Support | Up to 120 fps AF/AE tracking on ?9 III |
| Availability | May 2025 via Sony direct and authorized North American dealers |
| Estimated Price | USD 3,899; CAD 5,499 |
