Tale of the Tape: Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM -vs- FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM II

Published: April 25, 2024

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Here’s how the specs compare between the Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM and Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lenses.

Lens Sony FE 50-150mm F2 GM Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II
Price $3,898 $2,798
Focal Length: 50 to 150mm 70 to 200mm
Maximum Aperture: f/2 f/2.8
Dimensions (ø x L) 4 x 7.9″ / 102.8 x 200 mm 3.46 x 7.9″ / 88 x 200 mm
Weight 2.9 lb / 1340 g 2.3 lb / 1045 g
Filter Size 95mm (Front) 77mm (Front)
Diaphragm Blades 11, Rounded 11, Rounded
Minimum Focus Distance 15.7″ / 40 cm (Wide) to 29.1″ / 74 cm (Tele) 15.7″ / 40 cm
Optical Design 19 Elements in 17 Groups 17 Elements in 14 Groups
XA (extreme aspherical) elements 2 1
Image Stabilization No Yes
Tripod Collar Removable and Rotating Removable and Rotating
Auto Focus Type Four XD Linear Motors Four XD Linear Motors
Aperture Ring Yes Yes

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