§ 03 Head to head

Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM vs Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art

Meike 85mm f/1.4 has a more aperture blades. Sigma 85mm f/1.4 is 71 g lighter.

Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM is an 85mm f/1.4 prime, and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art is an 85mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.

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Key differences

From manufacturer specifications

Why is the Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM better than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art?

  • More aperture blades (12 vs 11)
  • Newer design (2023 vs 2020)

Why is the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art better than the Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM?

  • 71 g lighter (630 g vs 701 g)
  • 19 mm shorter (94.1 mm vs 113 mm long)
  • Focuses 13 cm closer (0.85 m vs 0.98 m)
  • Has a physical aperture ring
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Which should you buy?

By use
  • portrait For portrait photography, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art has the edge: it is 71 g lighter to carry.
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Specification

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SpecificationMeike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STMSigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Focal length85mm 85mm
Maximum aperturef/1.4 f/1.4
Minimum aperturef/16 f/16
Lens typePrime lens Telephoto prime lens
FormatFull frame Full Frame
Weight701 g (24.7 oz) 630 g (1.39 lbs) ◆
Dimensions113 x 87 mm 82.8 mm (diameter) x 94.1 mm (length)
Minimum focusing distance0.98 m (38.6 inches) 0.85 m (33.46 in) ◆
Maximum magnification—0.12x
Image stabilizationNo No
Weather sealing—Yes (dust and splash resistant)
Aperture ringNo Yes
Aperture blades12 ◆11 (rounded)
Optical construction13 elements / 8 groups 15 elements in 11 groups
Filter size77 mm 77 mm
Lens mountSony E, Nikon Z, L-Mount Sony E, L-Mount
Released2023 2020
Price$399.99 list price —
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Size

Drawn to relative scale
  • A · Meike
  • B · Sigma
  • 113 × 87 mm
  • 94.1 × 82.8 mm

The Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM is 19 mm longer and 71 g heavier than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art.

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Sample frames

Shot on each lens

Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art

Kyoto - Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine
Kyoto - Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine by Seb Lyon
Veronica Under the Bridge 1 Final (1 of 1)
Veronica Under the Bridge 1 Final (1 of 1) by C Rankin
Naomi Backlit 1 Final (1 of 1)
Naomi Backlit 1 Final (1 of 1) by C Rankin
Kyoto Gion
Kyoto Gion by Seb Lyon
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Video reviews

4 on YouTube
Video thumbnail for Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM review 1
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Video thumbnail for Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art review 1
Video thumbnail for Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art review 2
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Questions

Which is lighter, the Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM or the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art?
The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art weighs 630 g, 71 g less than the Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM (701 g).
Which focuses closer, the Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM or the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art?
The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art focuses down to 0.85 m, against 0.98 m for the Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM.
Do the Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art have image stabilization?
No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
Is the Meike 85 mm f/1.4 FF STM or the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art better for portrait photography?
For portrait photography, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art has the edge: it is 71 g lighter to carry.
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