Sony has just announced the Sony 50-150mm f/2 GM. This new G Master lens walks the line between prime-level optical performance and zoom versatility, offering a constant f/2 aperture in a range traditionally dominated by slower lenses. Tailored for portrait, event, and hybrid shooters, it’s the kind of glass that could seriously justify leaving your 85mm, 105mm, and maybe even a 135mm at home.
Build and Benefits
Sony’s G Master lineup has always been about pushing boundaries, and the 50-150mm f/2 GM is no exception. The f/2 aperture is a full stop brighter than the typical f/2.8 found in most zooms, allowing more flexibility in low-light environments and tighter control over depth of field. If you shoot weddings, concerts, or anything that benefits from subject separation, this one checks a lot of boxes.
Inside, the lens features a mix of XA, Super ED, ED, and standard aspherical elements arranged in 19 elements across 17 groups. Nano AR Coating II helps to control flare and ghosting, and the floating focus system ensures edge-to-edge sharpness from minimum focus to infinity. The rounded 11-blade diaphragm adds to the aesthetic, helping deliver that smooth, cinematic bokeh that G Master lenses are known for.
Designed for Hybrid Creators
Sony clearly had hybrid shooters in mind when designing the 50-150mm f/2. Four XD linear motors handle autofocus for fast, accurate, and silent performance. It’s ready to track subjects during 120fps burst stills or 240fps high-speed video. Internal zoom and focus keep the lens’s size consistent, which helps with balance when mounted to gimbals or rigs.
Breathing has been optically minimized, and the lens supports Sony’s Breathing Compensation feature for even more control. You’ll also find thoughtful ergonomic touches: a declickable manual aperture ring, two customizable focus hold buttons, and a zoom torque switch for tuning your feel between smooth and tight.
Despite its bright aperture and long reach, it remains surprisingly portable. At 7.9 inches long and 2.9 pounds, it’s only about 30% heavier than the FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II—yet significantly faster.
Sony 50-150mm f/2 GM Specs
| Feature | Detail |
| Focal length | 50 to 150mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2 (constant) |
| Minimum aperture | f/22 |
| Lens mount | Sony E |
| Format coverage | Full-frame |
| Focus type | Autofocus |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Minimum focus distance | 1.3′ (40 cm) wide, 2.4′ (74 cm) tele |
| Maximum magnification | 0.2x |
| Macro reproduction ratio | 1:5 |
| Optical design | 19 elements in 17 groups |
| Diaphragm | 11 blades, rounded |
| Filter thread | 95 mm (front) |
| Tripod collar | Removable and rotating |
| Dimensions | 4 x 7.9″ / 102.8 x 200 mm |
| Weight | 2.9 lb / 1340 g |
Sony obviously isn’t just aiming to fill a gap with the 50-150mm f/2 GM. It looks like the company’s trying to reshape how we think about fast zooms. If you’re a photographer or filmmaker who usually packs several primes to cover this focal range, this lens could offer a more streamlined alternative. Of course, with a price tag just shy of $4K, it’s not for everyone. But if the performance matches the promise, it could become a staple in many pro kits.
Price and availability
The Sony 50-150mm f/2 GM costs $3,898 USD, with preorders opening April 23 at 10:00am ET.
