BEST 50mm Lens Sony Has Ever Made - 50mm F1.4 GM Lens Review For Wedding Filmmakers

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Sony's 50mm F1.4 GM lens is in my opinion, the best 50 mm that Sony has ever made; and while it may not attain the heights of Bokeh that the 50 mm F1.2 gm reaches, this 50 1.4 is dramatically lighter, it will feel better balanced on your camera, it’s incredibly sharp, and more than anything, I get the same feeling when using this 50 that I do when using the 24 mm F1.4 GM, which to this date is still my favorite lens that Sony has ever made.
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0:00 Spoiling The Conclusion To Save You Time
2:01 Come Back In Time With Me
4:03 Lens Size & Weight
5:21 A NEW FEATURE?!
5:54 AF/MF Performance
6:47 The Price - And What About Sigma?!
7:59 Should You Buy It?
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@jermainenaidoo Жыл бұрын

Such an awesome review! Thank you Matt

@KS_Films Жыл бұрын

Thank you Matt!! this is probably my next lens to complete my prime lenses kit!!!

@MEBoisv Жыл бұрын

I'm just as excited, and this is the lens I've been waiting for. I have the 24 and 35 GM lenses, but my 50 is the Sigma Art. I've been wanting to upgrade, and while the f1.2 was enticing its price always kept me from pulling the trigger. The 50mm Sigma Art is a great lens and I just couldn't justify the cost. I don't really need that extra bit of apurture. Now I'm really glad I waited because this looks like the lens for me. Looking forward to that B&H notification.

@lilyfirenze Жыл бұрын

In my experience Zeiss 50 1.4 gives very pleasing and balanced image in terms of color and contrast, skin tones come out gorgeous. G-Master lenses in my world have strong shift to red and green colors, giving skin pink tint that I have to compensate for. I would pick Ziess any time for video over G-Master, given most of professional Cine lenses based on Zeiss optical formulas. For me filmic look = Zeiss. People just don't forget "Old" Contax Zeiss lenses, because once you see the magic Zeiss does to the video, it's unforgettable.

@KennyLeFilms Жыл бұрын

I pre-ordered this and was waiting for your review!

@paulgero Жыл бұрын

Looks great!!! Solid review!!

@63MacGuy Жыл бұрын

I want it!!! but I have the 55mmm 1.8 that I love and its hard to justify at this time. Thanks for another great video Matt!

@storybabble Жыл бұрын

Nice review was always Matt.

@JasonLavarias Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this review! What lens you're using for the intro video? I really like that blurry background.

@oscarloaiza1111 10 ай бұрын

Great video man! appreciate it. If you had to choose between the 50 1.4 and the 85 1.4, what would you do?

@modernmusicstudio303 Жыл бұрын

This is a great review!

@mikeslawin9681 Жыл бұрын

Hey Matt, Do you always protect your lenses with uv filters and what kind? Also, have you ever used the Kase neutral density filter pack before?

@marcyboy641 Жыл бұрын

What a sales video for the new lens

@ifillmedia9032 Жыл бұрын

Damn! I just bought a 50 1.2! I wish I knew Sony had this in the works

@papsny Жыл бұрын

Awesome review, I had the 50mm 1.2 and sold it. Stuck with the 55 1.8. I think I will give the 50 1.4 a try. I think another plus is that it uses a 67mm thread which most lenses use.

@KLOCinematics Жыл бұрын

Saw some reviews about the 1.4 compared to the 1.2 and the Auto Focus is a downgrade. Love the size and weight, but AF is killer for me considering I already have the 1.2 ! Will be sticking with the 1.2 for sure

@andrescruzgomez8556 Жыл бұрын

Love you Matt! God bless!

@AirFuchs1 Жыл бұрын

I actually love the old Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 based on the century old Planar design. Autofocus performance is also amazingly fast from my perspective. I only see ever so slightly marginal gains in these comparisons, the overall technical and optical level is very high. If you are looking for a standard lens with less sterile bokeh, just get the very affordable Samyang 45mm f/1.8. Super tiny and lightweight as well.

@jelledevos841 Жыл бұрын

Loved the Zeiss 50mm 1.4. I dont think it is clinical at all.

@Poppinmetyer24 11 ай бұрын

Hi Matt! Just wanted to ask I do have an A7c of the moment and I'm looking to upgrade to a A7s3 or an FX3. Just wanted to ask which lens would you recommend for an all around prime for video? For weddings, events, commercial ads like a go to prime lens. I could only get one which do you think would be the all rounder? 24, 35m, or the 50mm f1.4?

@TimothyLens Жыл бұрын

Keeping my 50 1.2

@airavearentertainment9186 Жыл бұрын

Can you review the Tamron 35-150?!

@stevenuseda6317 Жыл бұрын

Have had the 1.2 for about a year. It looks great but I'm sticking with the 1.2

@dndvisuals843 10 ай бұрын

What if big and heavy wasn’t a problem would u say the 50 1.2 is better? Worst? Or the same? I’m buying used so prices are similar I’m leaning for the 1.2 but video like this make me say hum?

@dpt333 Жыл бұрын

First comment here 🎉 to myself. Excellent lens by the way 🙏.

@justketh4298 Жыл бұрын

hey man i am the second commentor

@RodrigoZadroFilms Жыл бұрын

I find myself using my 50 1.2 always in 1.4 , so, I already have this lens 😀

@whoismatt Жыл бұрын

😂😂

@apurimedia Жыл бұрын

Would have been nice to see or hear comparative comments been Sony 1.4 vs Zeiss 55mm 1.8 - latter is way lighter and if you mostly shoot at f/2, isn’t that a decent alternative?

@whygamewhy Жыл бұрын

The difference is mostly in the bokeh, zeiss have a very messy bokeh with more significant onion ring and more significant cateye which produces a whirling bokeh. Another difference is chromatic aberration, which the zeiss has a ton of. Also while u can both shoot at F2, the further away you are from ur max aperture the better the image quality is, so the F2 on gm and zeiss is not of the same quality. Wether it is worth the 500dollar in brand new price, is ur call.

@BillZebubproductions 7 ай бұрын

I have a tough time deciding between 50, 85, and 135, all G Masters, but it looks like I will get the 50mm in three weeks, and then the 135, three months later, and the 85 3 months after that. I have been filming with the 24mm, even for close-ups (but that was because I made odd movies and liked the distortion in the close shots). I am not worried about focus-breathing because I don't normally change focus. I a, curious about the focus breathing compensation feature. Other than these purchases, I will save for the global shutter camera, which as been my wish since I stopped filming on the F700. I would love for Sony to make another high frame rate camera. I don't want to betray Sony and go for the Chronos camera.

@shem44 Жыл бұрын

Just about to put in order for the new 20-70 f4, Sony put in another lens which I've been waiting for a long time. Damn....2 lens purchase at a time....

@benjhaisch Жыл бұрын

I almost did a cold open for my video of me watching your video of you asking for a smaller 50/1.4 hahaha

@whoismatt Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂 would be so good!!!

@thunderstruck560 Жыл бұрын

I love my Sony 50mm 1.8. it gets beautiful results. I really need a reason to justify upgrading it. That thing was 250 bucks and my only complaint with it really is somewhat lemon bokeh at 1.8. It's sharp and gets great results. What am I missing out on?

@Iampossible376 Жыл бұрын

More sharper

@SPDTDL 5 ай бұрын

50 1.8 is trash

@The_Divine_Mine Жыл бұрын

Hi Matt, I’d appreciate your advice. I currently have a 50 1.2 GM that I got late last year but am considering selling it and getting this 1.4 instead. The main reason for me is because I’d prefer a lighter setup if I can (I have a Sony A7IV). I love the 50 1.2 but do you think it’d be a mistake and and a downgrade since I already have it and will lose money so should just keep it?

@Jeetphotographie Жыл бұрын

I did exactly the same. Got the new 50 1.4 and have put my 1.2 for sale. Love the handling of this lens. Technically the difference between bokeh is minimal between both.

@ejovadi Жыл бұрын

The best of the best of the best. Yes

@bakerfx4968 Жыл бұрын

What’s the closest focusing distance on it? Is it good for detail shots?

@levihavekostfilms Жыл бұрын

On B&H it says 16.1"/41cm

@frankfeng2701 Жыл бұрын

Samyang 50 1.4 ii is definitely worth considering for the price (40%), weight (100g lighter), and focus breathing control.

@kingweddingmedia Жыл бұрын

I’ve had it for a while and it’s superb for photos, video it looks fantastic too but autofocus can be a bit slow/inconsistent. Well worth it for the cost though, doubt I’ll be changing it for this GM.

@tarans7603 Жыл бұрын

I've used Samyang. I didn't like it as much as zeiss planar T

@cristianbota8020 Жыл бұрын

Hello. My name is Cristian and I am a videographer in Romania. I'm currently filming the events with a Gh5, and the music videos with the Ursa Mini Pro 4.6k. I want to switch from Panasonic to Sony. Can you help me choose between sony Fx3 and sony A7s3? Opinions are divided, but I would like your opinion as a videographer. I have been following you for a long time, I have learned a lot from your advice. Thank you,

@whoismatt Жыл бұрын

I would get the fx3

Жыл бұрын

Matt!!! Where's the video with Justin Porter? I'm seriously waiting for that to drop. You 2 are top!

@whoismatt Жыл бұрын

Gonna be a while! He’s so great, was so fun to work with

@zmirfilms3442 Жыл бұрын

Great review but wondering how is the body quality.

@whoismatt Жыл бұрын

Same build quality as Sony's other GM lenses

@chrisnigul Жыл бұрын

Matt, did you have some kind of mist filter on when recording this video?

@whoismatt Жыл бұрын

Yup :)

@chrisnigul Жыл бұрын

@@whoismatt I like it a lot! Which one you got?

@NeilSnapePhotography Жыл бұрын

For me 1.4 is fine, not worth the extra. I do wonder however if the 50mm f2.5 G is my super lightweight option for gimbal work albeit f2.5. I have this lens and is is so light and AF is extemely fast. Sometimes for certain old bodies, filming at f2.8 or 4 is just plain easier.

@SilatShooter Жыл бұрын

Agree the 50 G doesn't get enough love, it's awesome and sharpness and feature set are right there with the this 50 f1.4.

@TheJadedFilmMaker Жыл бұрын

umm.... nah lol. that 1.2 has a been a life saver at wedding reception first dances etc.

@BryanBenoitPhoto Жыл бұрын

I am a Canon user with no plans to switch to Sony …yet I always enjoy your videos. Keep it up.

@realthoprivate Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you should teach yourself back button focus. :) Faster and easier than switching between AF and MF.

@whygamewhy Жыл бұрын

The 501.2 often gets promotions and trade in bonus right now due to its age. So in reality, sometimes the F1.2 is only around 400dollars more. Maybe in a year.

@SilatShooter Жыл бұрын

Agreed and I have tested it against this f1.4GM and to my eye it was better and for stills the bokeh difference is definitely there. But yes, it's noticeably heavier.

@yeevent Жыл бұрын

I lift so weight the weight on the 1.2 don’t bother me 💪🏽

@EriveFilms Ай бұрын

sigma just doesn't come anywhere close to the color accuracy and quality of the G masters.

@scottvandenberg4398 Жыл бұрын

Put some respek on the 50 1.8 lol

@KxngUnkasa5 Жыл бұрын

Early Gang

@2svo Жыл бұрын

Likes from 🇷🇺 👍

@whygamewhy Жыл бұрын

Sony has lens breathing compensation.

@JACKnJESUS Жыл бұрын

It's a bit funny to be admiring the weight loss from the 50mm f/1.2. Nikon users have to prove they can do a hundred pushups before they can buy their 50 f/1.2 lenses.

@marike1100 Жыл бұрын

Sharpest Sony lens that Lenstip has ever tested.

@vahidamini1863 4 ай бұрын

✌..-..

@firpofutbol Жыл бұрын

I swear Sony pays these KZfaqrs to hype up their products. It's so obvious.

@jonathan2430 Жыл бұрын

Maybe, but it doesn’t change the fact that Sonys latest lenses and bodies have been fantastic.

@alexkooistra Жыл бұрын

always that subject of focus breathing... by now it's really more marketing an parrot talk. Never ever has a client asked about a shot with focus breathing. It's in your head. And yes a lens without it would be nice and less is better. But it's for gearheads, not the people that hire you