The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Kase 85mm F1.4 and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Kase 85mm F1.4 is the longer of the two lenses at 99mm. The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN with a length of 94mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN has a larger diameter of 83mm compared to the Kase 85mm F1.4's 82mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Kase 85mm F1.4 and Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Kase 85mm F1.4 and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Size and Weight 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. Kase 85mm F1.4 weighs 580g, which means it is 50g (7%) lighter than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN which has a weight of 630g.
Filter Threads
The Kase 85mm F1.4 has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Kase 85mm F1.4:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN :
Lens Mounts
The Kase 85mm F1.4 has the Fujifilm X lens mount whereas the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount and Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Sony E , Nikon Z and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4 .
