The new SEL50F14GM full-frame lens: A new G Master standard fixed focal length lens with a constant F1.4 aperture offers optimised image quality and excellent operability specifically for full-frame stills and video. The advanced optical design incorporates an ED (Extra Low Dispersion Aspherical) element, two XA (Extreme Aspherical) elements and an aspherical element, ensuring outstanding resolution in this Sony camera lens. A beautiful background blur effect (bokeh) is achieved thanks to an 11-blade circular aperture. Two complex XD (Extreme Dynamic) linear motors enable faster and more accurate focusing when shooting video and stills. The SEL50F14GM, a video-ready E-mount lens from Sony, offers smooth, fast and continuous autofocus performance when shooting video and features minimised breath compensation for better image quality.
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Weight | 516 g |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Lens type | Prime lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Focal length | 50 mm |
Item number | 24181267 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Category | Lenses |
Manufacturer no. | SEL50F14GM.SYX |
Release date | 15.3.2023 |
Colour | Black |
Material | Internal focussing, XD Linear Motor |
Minimum focus distance | 0.41 m |
Lens type | Prime lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
Aperture | 1.40 f/ |
Min. aperture | 16 f/ |
Min. focal length (exact) | 50 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 50 mm |
Focal length | 50 mm |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Number of diaphragm blades | 11 x |
Filter thread | 67 mm |
Number of lenses | 14 |
Number of lens groups | 11 |
Lens equipment | Filter thread |
Optical zoom | 0.18 x |
Focus type | Autofocus, Manual focus |
Country of origin | China |
Manufacturer commitment | RE100, SBTi |
Manufacturer compensation | According to RE100, the manufacturer Sony fully compensates for its energy consumption, leading to a reduction in emissions. |
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Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Front lens cap ALC-F67S, lens, Lens hood ALC-SH173, Rear lens cap ALC-R1EM, Soft case |
Weight | 516 g |
Length | 96 mm |
Diameter | 80.60 mm |
Length | 18.40 cm |
Width | 14 cm |
Height | 13 cm |
Weight | 961 g |
| Amount | CHF 100.– |
| Valid from | 1.10.2025 |
| Ends | 31.1.2026 |
| Closing date | 31.1.2026 |
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