The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM and the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II 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. Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II is the longer of the two lenses at 100mm. The Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM with a length of 88mm, is 12mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM has a larger diameter of 86mm compared to the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II's 84mm 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 FE II weighs 509g, 29% (216g) lighter than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM's weight of 725g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount whereas the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II has the Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount and Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM is also available in the Canon EF , Pentax KAF3, Sony Alpha and Sigma SA mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
