The new Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM lens is here, and it brings with it some of the company's most advanced features and capabilities along with the promise of top-level performance and image quality, all at a surprisingly good price. Can it provide all that in practice? This fantastic video review takes a look at everything you can expect.
Coming to you from Christopher Frost, this great video review takes a look at the new Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM lens. As part of the company's esteemed G Master line, the FE 50mm f/1.4 GM comes with a variety of impressive features, including:
- Two XA (extreme aspherical) elements for reduced aberrations and distorting and increased sharpness
- One ED (extra-low dispersion) glass element for reduced chromatic aberration and increased clarity
- Nano AR Coating II for fewer flares and reduced ghosting and deeper contrast
- Circular 11-blade diaphragm for particularly smooth bokeh
- Two XD Linear Motors for quick and quiet autofocus
- Internal focusing design
- Minimum focusing distance of 16 inches
- Iris lock switch
- De-clickable aperture ring for video work
- Two focus hold buttons
- Linear Response manual focus ring
- Dust- and moisture-resistant construction
- 3.7 inches long
- Weight: 18 ounces
Check out the video above for Frost's full thoughts on the new lens.
