The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon PC-E Micro-85mm f2.8D and the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F 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. Nikon PC-E Micro-85mm f2.8D is the longer of the two lenses at 107mm. The Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F with a length of 75mm, is 32mm shorter. On the other hand, the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Nikon PC-E Micro-85mm f2.8D's 83mm diameter.
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. Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F weighs 480g, 26% (170g) lighter than the Nikon PC-E Micro-85mm f2.8D's weight of 650g.
Filter Threads
Both the Nikon PC-E Micro-85mm f2.8D and the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Nikon PC-E Micro-85mm f2.8D and the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm but while Nikon PC-E Micro-85mm f2.8D has the fastest aperture of
F2.8, the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F's widest aperture value is
F1.4.