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 Canon 85mm f1.2L II USM 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 EX DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 88mm. The Canon 85mm f1.2L II USM with a length of 84mm, is 4mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon 85mm f1.2L II USM has a larger diameter of 92mm compared to the Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM's 86mm 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. Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM weighs 725g, which means it is 300g (29%) lighter than the Canon 85mm f1.2L II USM which has a weight of 1025g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Canon 85mm f1.2L II USM 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 Canon 85mm f1.2L II USM:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM has the Sigma SA lens mount whereas the Canon 85mm f1.2L II USM has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sigma Quattro, Sigma Quattro H and Sigma SD1 Merrill for the Sigma SA Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM is also available in the Canon EF , Nikon F (FX), Pentax KAF3 and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm but while Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM has the fastest aperture of
F1.4, the Canon 85mm f1.2L II USM's widest aperture value is
F1.2.
