Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E vs Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM
Both are Sony E mount primes for standard prime and portrait — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E | Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 33mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM opens wider (f/1.2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E (33mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM (50mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 ESee price on Amazon
Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E and the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM?
The Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E is 33mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM is 50mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E or the Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM?
The Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM — its f/1.2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.4 of the other.
Do the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E and Sony FE 50mm f/1.2 GM 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). Note the Tokina atx-m 33mm f/1.4 E is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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