Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN ArtvsSony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II

85mm F1.4 DG DN Art

85mm / F1.4

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FE 85mm F1.4 GM II

85mm / F1.4

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Which to choose

There is no large gap in the headline specifications. The choice comes down to rendering, handling and how prices move. Look at sample photos from both.

These points are derived mechanically from the numbers. How a lens actually renders does not show up in specifications, so look at samples before deciding.

Size compared

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  • 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art96.1mm long × 82.8mm diameter
  • FE 85mm F1.4 GM II107.3mm long × 84.7mm diameter

Specifications compared

Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art compared with Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II.The highlighted side is the better one for that specification.
SpecificationSigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN ArtSony FE 85mm F1.4 GM IIDifference
Focal length (wide)85mm85mm—
Focal length (tele)85mm85mm—
Max aperture (wide)F1.4F1.4—
Max aperture (tele)F1.4F1.4—
Min apertureF16F16—
Min focus distance85cm80cm+0.05m
Max magnification0.12×0.12×—
Aperture blades11blades11blades—
Weight630g642g−12g
Length96.1mm107.3mm−11.2mm
Diameter82.8mm84.7mm−1.9mm
Filter size77mm77mm—
Released20202024−4year
StabilizationNoNo—
Weather sealingYesYes—
MacroNoNo—
AutofocusYesYes—

The difference column reads as 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art relative to FE 85mm F1.4 GM II.The highlighted cell is the better side for that specification.

Check prices

85mm F1.4 DG DN Art

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FE 85mm F1.4 GM II

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