Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN ArtvsSony FE 50mm F1.2 GM
50mm F1.2 DG DN Art
50mm / F1.2
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FE 50mm F1.2 GM
50mm / F1.2
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Which to choose
There is no large gap in the headline specifications. The choice comes down to rendering, handling and how prices move. Look at sample photos from both.
These points are derived mechanically from the numbers. How a lens actually renders does not show up in specifications, so look at samples before deciding.
Size compared
- 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art110.8mm long × 81.5mm diameter
- FE 50mm F1.2 GM108mm long × 87mm diameter
Specifications compared
| Specification | Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art | Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length (wide) | 50mm | 50mm | — |
| Focal length (tele) | 50mm | 50mm | — |
| Max aperture (wide) | F1.2 | F1.2 | — |
| Max aperture (tele) | F1.2 | F1.2 | — |
| Min aperture | F16 | F16 | — |
| Min focus distance | 40cm | 40cm | — |
| Max magnification | 0.17× | 0.17× | — |
| Aperture blades | 13blades | 11blades | +2blades |
| Weight | 745g | 778g | −33g |
| Length | 110.8mm | 108mm | +2.8mm |
| Diameter | 81.5mm | 87mm | −5.5mm |
| Filter size | 72mm | 72mm | — |
| Released | 2024 | 2021 | +3year |
| Stabilization | No | No | — |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes | — |
| Macro | No | No | — |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes | — |
The difference column reads as 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art relative to FE 50mm F1.2 GM.The highlighted cell is the better side for that specification.
Check prices
50mm F1.2 DG DN Art
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FE 50mm F1.2 GM
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