Sony India Debuts FE 50-150mm F2 GM Lens, Redefining Versatility For Professionals

Sony India has launched the FE 50-150mm F2 GM, the world’s first telephoto zoom lens offering a constant F2 aperture across a 50–150mm focal range. Designed for professionals in portrait, wedding, sports, and cinematic videography, the lens is part of Sony’s flagship G Master series and promises prime-lens-level resolution with the flexibility of a zoom.  

Key highlights of the launch  

- The lens features a constant F2 aperture, delivering exceptional low-light performance and smooth bokeh across the zoom range  
- Optical construction includes two XA (extreme aspherical), two Super ED (extra-low dispersion), and three ED elements to suppress aberrations and enhance contrast  
- A newly developed 11-blade circular aperture contributes to the signature G Master bokeh, ideal for isolating subjects with shallow depth of field  
- The lens supports a minimum focusing distance of 0.4 meters and a maximum magnification of 0.20, enabling detailed close-up work  

Design and performance features  

- Weighing approximately 1,340 grams and measuring 200 mm in length, the lens is compact and well-balanced for handheld or gimbal use  
- Internal zoom design maintains consistent length and center of gravity, improving stability during video shoots and fast-paced photography  
- Equipped with four XD linear motors and advanced control algorithms, the lens delivers fast, accurate, and silent autofocus, compatible with Sony Alpha 9 III for up to 120 fps burst shooting  
- Sony’s Nano AR Coating II minimizes flare and ghosting, even in challenging backlit conditions  

Video-centric enhancements  

- The lens is optimized for video with minimal focus breathing and smooth transitions, supporting high-frame-rate recording up to 4K 120p and FHD 240p  
- Linear Response MF ensures precise manual focus control, while the aperture ring includes click ON/OFF and lock switches for tactile control  
- Three customizable focus hold buttons and a DMF switch enhance usability for professional filmmakers  

Market positioning and availability  

- The FE 50-150mm F2 GM is positioned as a versatile all-in-one solution, replacing multiple prime lenses like 50mm, 85mm, and 135mm  
- It is now available through authorized Sony retailers across India, targeting professionals seeking high-performance optics in a portable form factor  

Future outlook  

With the FE 50-150mm F2 GM, Sony continues to push the boundaries of imaging technology, offering a lens that blends creative flexibility with uncompromising image quality. As hybrid creators demand more from their gear, this launch reinforces Sony’s leadership in the premium lens segment.  

Sources: The Print, Smart Photography, Sony India, Sony Europe.