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Sony G Master SEL50F12GM 50mm

86.5 Portrait Score
50mmf/1.2Sony EWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

The f/1.2 aperture and 11-blade diaphragm deliver exceptionally shallow depth of field with smooth, rounded bokeh, while four XD Linear Motors provide fast, silent autofocus for both stills and video. Despite its bright design, the lens maintains a relatively portable 778g build with comprehensive weather sealing and a de-clickable aperture ring for seamless video operation. This lens is best for portrait photographers and wedding shooters who need uncompromising low-light performance and definitive subject separation.

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Price €2,681
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Sony G Master SEL50F12GM 50mm lens

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Tamron Di III 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 VC VXD

78.9 Portrait Score
50-400mmf/4.5Sony EISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this ▼

An 8x zoom range starting at an uncommonly wide 50mm and half-life-size macro magnification at 9.8 inches set this lens apart from traditional 100-400mm telephotos. The VXD linear motor delivers fast, silent autofocus, while the 1152g build and 67mm filter thread keep it portable for a full-frame super-telephoto. This lens is best for wildlife and travel photographers who need a single, weather-sealed solution to capture both environmental context and distant details without switching lenses.

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Tamron Di III 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens
Price €3,332
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