The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN and the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S 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 Z 85mm F1.8 S is the longer of the two lenses at 99mm. The Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN with a length of 75mm, is 24mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S also has a larger diameter of 75mm compared to the Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN's 72mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN and Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN and the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S 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 65mm F2 DG DN weighs 405g, which means it is 65g (13%) lighter than the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S which has a weight of 470g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S has a 67mm 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 Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN:
And these are the 67mm filters that we recommend for the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S has the Nikon Z 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 Nikon ZR , Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 65mm F2 DG DN is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 65mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
97.5mm .
On the other hand, the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 85mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 127.5mm .
