Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM vs Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE
Both are Sony E mount zooms for pro standard zoom and portrait — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM | Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50-150mm | 35-150mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/2-2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM covers 50-150mm and the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE covers 35-150mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GMSee price on Amazon
Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FESee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM and the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE?
The Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM is 50-150mm f/2 zoom, full-frame; the Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE is 35-150mm f/2-2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM and Samyang AF 35-150mm f/2-2.8 FE fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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