The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN A 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. Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II is the longer of the two lenses at 107mm. The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN A with a length of 94mm, is 13mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II also has a larger diameter of 85mm compared to the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN A's 83mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II and Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN A to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN A 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 85mm F1.4 DG DN A weighs 630g, 1% (12g) lighter than the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II's weight of 642g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN A 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
The Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN A has the Leica L 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 Leica SL3-P , Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4 .
