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Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 vs Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM

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Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 vs Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 and Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM, two Telephoto Prime lenses from Zeiss and Sony. Both lenses have the same focal range of 85mm but different max apertures: Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 has a max aperture of F2.4 while the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM has a max aperture of F1.4.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 Key Specs

  • 85mm Focal Range
  • F2.4 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 52mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 594g.
  • Diameter: 63mm
  • Length: 95mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.8m
  • Max Magnification:0.14x

Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM Key Specs

  • 85mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 820g.
  • Diameter: 90mm
  • Length: 108mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.8m
  • Max Magnification:0.12x

What type of photography are the Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 and Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 and the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM
Bird/WildlifeAverageAverage
SportsGoodGood
PortraitVery GoodExcellent
TravelFairFair
StreetAverageAverage
WeddingGoodVery Good
Walk AroundFairFair
VloggingFairAverage
LandscapeFairFair
MacroPoorPoor

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM is the longer of the two lenses at 108mm. The Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 with a length of 95mm is 13mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM also has a larger diameter of 90mm compared to Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4's 63mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 weighs 594g, which means it is 226g (27%) lighter than the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM which has a weight of 820g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Telephoto Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.

Telephoto Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Samyang AF 135mm F1.8 FE Lens Samyang AF 135mm F1.8 FE
130mm
93mm 772g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens Sony FE 85mm F1.8
82mm
78mm 371g Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE Lens Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE
100mm
88mm 568g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS Lens Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS
449mm
164mm 3040g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM
141mm
91mm 1130g Amazon B&H Photo
Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 Lens Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8
78mm
105mm 475g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS
359mm
158mm 2895g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM Lens Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM
127mm
90mm 950g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 and Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A7R V, Sony FX30 and Sony A7 IV.

Focal Range

Reasons to choose Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 over Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM

Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing
Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Weight 594g vs 820g 226g lighter
Diameter 63mm vs 90mm 27mm smaller in diameter
Length 95mm vs 108mm 13mm shorter
Filter Thread 52mm vs 77mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Max Magnification 0.14x vs 0.12x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Reasons to choose Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM over Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4

Max Aperture - Wide 1.4 vs 2.4 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 1.4 vs 2.4 Wider aperture at tele end
Diaphgragm Blades 11 vs Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Autofocus Yes vs No Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust

Common Strengths of Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 and Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Aperture Ring Yes vs Yes able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Common Weaknesses of Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 and Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



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Zeiss Loxia 85mm F2.4 vs Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Zeiss Sony
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Telephoto Prime Telephoto Prime
Lens Mount Sony E Sony E
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 85mm 85mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Unknown Black
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No Yes
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.4 F1.4
Min Aperture F22 F16.0
Aperture Ring Yes Yes
Diaphragm Blades unknown 11
Optics
Optical Elements 7 11
Optical Groups 7 8
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.8m 0.8m
Max Magnification 0.14X 0.12X
Autofocus No Yes
AF Motor Type No AF Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes No
DoF Scale Yes No
Distance Scale Yes No
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 594g 820g
Diameter 63mm 90mm
Length 95mm 108mm
Materials Unknown Unknown
Weather Sealing Unknown Yes
Filter Thread 52mm 77mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown ALC-SH142
Tripod Collar Unknown No
Optional Accessories - -
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