Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM
Sony · 50–150 mm · f/2 · GM
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
78
SCORE /100
What We Like
+World's first f/2 telephoto zoom at 150mm with exceptional sharpness wide open and across the entire focal range
+Constant f/2 aperture delivers one full stop more light than traditional f/2.8 zooms and exceptional bokeh control
+Lightweight and portable for an f/2 zoom at 1340g with internal zoom maintaining consistent balance for gimbal use
+Professional-grade build with weather sealing, removable tripod foot, and thoughtful ergonomic controls including de-clickable aperture ring
+Fast and precise autofocus with four XD linear motors delivers smooth, quiet, and reliable tracking for both stills and video
+Versatile 50-150mm range eliminates need for lens changes in many portrait, event, and indoor sports scenarios
Worth Knowing
−Substantial weight and diameter (1340g, 102.8mm) make it front-heavy on some bodies and difficult to fit standard camera bags
−Premium price of ~$3900 is among the highest for zoom lenses, accessible mainly to professional users
−No optical image stabilization; relies on in-body IBIS which limits compatibility to recent Sony Alpha bodies
−Lacks teleconverter compatibility, limiting reach extension options available on other Sony telephoto zooms
General | |
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About This LensThe Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM is the world's first telephoto zoom lens with a maximum focal length of 150mm and F2 aperture. Distinguished by its impressively bright f/2 constant maximum aperture, this normal- to short-telephoto zoom is ideal for portraiture, weddings, events, and indoor and close-range sports. Wide open at f/2, this lens produces razor-sharp details from full-frame corner to full-frame corner over the entire focal length range. Measuring approximately 7-7/8 inches (200mm) in length and weighing approximately 47.3 ounces (1,340g), it offers remarkable portability considering its impressive combination of wide zoom range and bright aperture. | |
| Brand | Sony |
| Release Year | 2025 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | GM |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Sony E |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical99/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 1340 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 102.8 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 200 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 95 mm |
Optics84/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 50–150 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 47°–16.5° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 11020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups |  Yes |
Zoom Mechanism ⓘSystem enabling zoom function |  Manual |
Zoom Ring ⓘIf zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring |  Yes |
Zoom Type ⓘThe design or approach to zooming |  Rotary |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 40 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.2x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features52/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. |  Yes |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Round |
Zoom Lock ⓘZoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length | No |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction56/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 19 |
| Groups | 17 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 4 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 5 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 2 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |