In this review, we'll compare the Kamlan 55mm F1.2 for the E Mount with the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM for the E Mount, both Standard Prime lenses designed by Kamlan and Sony, respectively. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 50mm and F1.2 so they are very comparable in this regard.
We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two lenses. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.
What type of photography are the Kamlan 55mm F1.2 and Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM lenses good for?
The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Kamlan 55mm F1.2 and the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Photography Type |
Kamlan 55mm F1.2 |
Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM |
Bird/Wildlife | Fair | Fair |
Sports | Average | Average |
Portrait | Excellent | Excellent |
Travel | Good | Good |
Street | Very Good | Very Good |
Wedding | Excellent | Excellent |
Walk Around | Good | Good |
Vlogging | Good | Good |
Landscape | Good | Good |
Macro | Poor | Poor |
Size and Weight Comparison
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Kamlan 55mm F1.2 weighs 700g, which means it is 78g (10%) lighter than the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM which has a weight of 778g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
The Kamlan 55mm F1.2 has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Kamlan 55mm F1.2:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM:
Lens Mounts
Both the Kamlan 55mm F1.2 and the Sony FE 50mm F1.2 GM has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A9 III, Sony A7C Mark II and Sony A7CR.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.2.