Richard @ CanonNews / Tuesday, April 22, 2025 / Categories: Industry News, Brand News, Sony This post may contain affiliate links(s). An affiliate link means I may earn advertising/referral fees if you make a purchase through my link, without any additional cost to you. It helps to keep this site afloat. Thank you in advance for your support. If you like what we do here, maybe buy me a coffee. Sony announces the Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM Mad Respect to Sony - this is a bonkers lens I have to hand it to Sony, this is a pretty amazing lens, and for the aperture, it's surprisingly lightweight at 1.34kg or 2.95 freedom pounds. It takes 95mm filters and is a very complex optical design of 17 groups and 19 elements. It has 4 focus motors to drive all those groups and floating focus as well. It's internal zoom and internal focus. Sony went all out on this lens, and the price seems reasonable given how unique this lens is at $3898. Preorder Options B&H Photovideo - $3898 Press Release Sony Electronics Launches FE 50-150MM F2 GM The World’s Firsti Telephoto Zoom Lens with a Maximum Focal Length of 150 mm and Constant F2 Aperture Designed for Wedding, Portrait, Indoor Sports, Photo, and Video Professionals SAN DIEGO, April 22, 2025 - Sony Electronics Inc. introduces the FE 50-150mm F2 GM (SEL50150GM), the world’s firsti telephoto zoom lens with a maximum focal length of 150 mm and F2 aperture. This lens features a standard focal length of 50mm at the wide-angle end and combines a constant aperture of F2 with high resolution comparable to that of a prime lens. This allows for a wide range of scenarios with just one lens for various situations and subjects. As part of Sony’s renowned G Master™ series, the FE 50-150MM F2 GM offers an exceptional combination of high resolution and stunning bokeh, enhancing the imaging results for professionals using the Sony Alpha camera system. “The FE 50-150MM F2 GM G Master marks a pivotal milestone in Sony's commitment to pushing creative possibilities,” said Yang Cheng, Vice President of Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics Inc. “By delivering a constant F2 aperture across its zoom range, this lens offers Sony Alpha users with an all-in-one solution that is comparable to multiple prime lenses, like a 50mm, 85mm, and 135mm. This innovation expands the versatility professionals need to capture remarkable imagery in both photography and video.” Exceptional Image Quality and Smooth F2 Bokeh The G Master's internal optical design plays a crucial role in producing its exceptional image quality. By integrating two XA (extreme aspherical) elements, two Super ED (extra-low dispersion) glass elements, and three ED elements, the lens effectively suppresses aberrations, ensuring sharp, high-contrast imagery across the entire zoom range. Additionally, the floating focusing system enables a minimum focusing distance of 0.4m at the wide end and a maximum magnification of 0.20 for detailed shooting. The FE 50-150MM F2 GM's constant F2 aperture creates beautifully smooth bokeh, making it an ideal choice for portrait, wedding, and event photographers aiming to isolate subjects with a shallow depth of field. A newly developed 11-blade circular aperture further enhances the signature G Master bokeh. When shooting videos, the lens delivers stunning cinematic results and exceptional clarity. In addition, Sony's proprietary "Nano AR Coating II," applied uniformly across the entire lens surface, significantly reduces ghosting and flare even in backlit conditions, delivering clear and crisp imagery. Internal Zoom and Compact Design Measuring at approximately 7-7/8 inches (200 mm) in length and weighing approximately 47.3 ounces (1,340g)ii, the FE 50-150MM F2 GM offers remarkable portability considering its impressive combination of wide zoom range and bright aperture. This lens is ideal for both handheld and gimbal use with its featured internal zoom design that maintains the lens’s length and weight balance despite focal length changes. With its practical design, this lens serves as a versatile, all-in-one solution for those seeking a standard 50mm through 150mm telephoto range. Fast and Precise Autofocus Performance Equipped with four XD (extreme dynamic) linear motors and Sony’s advanced control algorithms, the FE 50-150MM F2 GM delivers fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus (AF). This high-performance AF system is compatible with Sony's Alpha 9 III, supporting continuous shooting at up to 120 frames per second with full AF/AE trackingiii. With a fast AF system and a versatile 50-150 mm zoom range, the lens excels at capturing fast-paced indoor sports, portraits, and events. Cinematic Video Production Designed with filmmakers in mind, the FE 50-150MM F2 GM minimizes focus breathing and is compatible with Sony's Breathing Compensationiv feature on select Alpha cameras. Linear Response MF ensures intuitive manual focus control, while the lens’s internal zoom design maintains stability even while zooming mounted on gimbals. Additionally, the XD linear motors operate quietly to prevent unwanted noise from being captured during recording. Built for durability, the FE 50-150MM F2 GM features a robust dust- and moisture-resistant designv. A fluorine coating on the front element repels contaminants, making it easy to clean and ensuring the lens remains in top condition even in challenging environments. Pricing and Availability The FE 50-150MM F2 GM will be available in May 2025 for approximately $3,899 USD and $5,499 CAD. It will be sold directly through Sony and at a variety of Sony’s authorized dealers throughout North America. i As of the April 2025 product announcement according to research by a Sony survey of lenses for interchangeable lens cameras. ii Excluding tripod mount. iii Sony test conditions. Maximum continuous shooting speed may be lower in some conditions. Continuous shooting speed may vary in the AF-C focus mode. iv See camera compatibility info at: https://www.sony.net/dics/breathing/ Angle of view and image quality may change slightly when this function is [ON]. Effective compensation may not be achieved in all situations. v Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof. Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM specifications Principal specifications Lens type Zoom lens Max Format size 35mm FF Focal length 50–150 mm Image stabilization No Lens mount Sony E, Sony FE Aperture Maximum aperture F2 Minimum aperture F22 Aperture ring Yes Number of diaphragm blades 11 Optics Elements 19 Groups 17 Special elements / coatings 2 Extreme Asph, 2 Asph, 2 SuperED, 2 ED Focus Maximum magnification 0.2× Autofocus Yes Motor type Linear Motor Full time manual Yes Focus method Internal Distance scale No DoF scale No Physical Weight 1340 g (2.95 lb) Diameter 103 mm (4.06″) Length 200 mm (7.87″) Zoom method Rotary (internal) Power zoom No Filter thread 95 mm Filter notes Filter must have diameter less than 99.4mm for use with lens hood. Hood supplied Yes Tripod collar Yes Richard @ CanonNewsRichard @ CanonNews Richard has been using Canon cameras since the 1990s, with his first being the now legendary EOS-3. Since then, Richard has continued to use Canon cameras and now focuses mostly on infrared photography. Richard is the founder and editor of CanonNews since 2017, and has worked as a writer on CanonRumors and other websites in the past. Other posts by Richard @ CanonNews Contact author Print Tags: SonySony FE 50-150mm F2 GM Please login or register to post comments.