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Sony's constant-F2 G Master zoom, launched in 2025 at about $3,899. Who it suits: portrait, event and low-light shooters who would otherwise carry several fast primes.
Why it exists. The FE 50-150mm F2 GM is a constant-F2 telephoto zoom in Sony's G Master line, meant to stand in for several fast primes for portrait, event and low-light work. Sony gives its size as "approximately 7-7/8 inches (200 mm) in length and weighing approximately 47.3 ounces (1,340g)" (Sony release, Apr 22, 2025).
Who should buy it? Portrait, wedding and event shooters on Sony E-mount who want F2 across 50 to 150mm and can carry the weight.
Sony announced the lens on April 22, 2025: "The FE 50-150MM F2 GM will be available in May 2025 for approximately $3,899 USD and $5,499 CAD."
On Fred Miranda, posters compare it with the 135mm F1.8 GM (1,340 g vs 1,030 g). They say the lack of OSS hurts video and that cost is the main drawback; some prefer its rendering to the 135 GM and mention the expensive 95mm filters. Owners in a second thread say it is easy to handhold and works for low-light dance.
Key specs for the Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM, from Sony's Apr 22, 2025 release.
| Focal length | 50-150mm, constant F2 |
|---|---|
| Length | About 200 mm |
| Weight | About 1,340 g |
| Price | About $3,899 (US), May 2025 |
We could not find any openly licensed sample photos taken with this lens, so this review has no gallery of our own. To see what it can do, browse Sony Japan's sample photos for the FE 50-150mm F2 GM.
Sony: Launched at about $3,899 in 2025 (US)
Who it's for: Sony shooters doing portraits, weddings, events or low-light work who want one zoom instead of several fast primes.
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