The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM 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. Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 126mm. The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II with a length of 122mm, is 4mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM also has a larger diameter of 95mm compared to the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II's 88mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II and Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM 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. Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II weighs 735g, which means it is 395g (34%) lighter than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM which has a weight of 1130g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has a filter size of 82mm whereas the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM has a 86mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 82mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II:
And these are the 86mm filters that we recommend for the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM has the Sigma SA lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Sigma Quattro , Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill for the Sigma SA Mount.
Nikon F (FX) and Canon EF mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 II has a focal range of 24-70mm and
2.9X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
36 - 105mm .
On the other hand, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 85mm.
