Christopher Tew

• (5/5) The best 50 f/1.4 for Sony that isn't GM.
• 21 April 2026

Pros: It's seriously sharp and has almost zero CA wide open. Build quality is great, it feels very solid and well made and handles really well. It is extremely good value for money in terms of image quality versus price.

Cons: It's a bit chunky and heavy compared to other 50 f/1.4s in its price range. That image quality comes at the cost of size and weight, which might be an issue for some people.

I don't think the size and weight is that bad. It's like carrying a 24-70 f/2.8 around all day which is nothing. Compare it to the majority of high-end fast primes and they're all close to the same weight, maybe a couple of hundred grams either way. If you want a FF lens with very good image quality that's just the way it is. I highly recommend it if you can get one, very good lens indeed.