Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II § 03 Head to head
Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II vs Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Meike 85mm f/1.4 focuses 4 cm closer. Sigma 85mm f/1.4 is 16 mm shorter.
Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II 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 Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II comes out ahead, 2 advantages to 1, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II 
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art 01
Key differences
Why is the Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II better than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art?
- Focuses 4 cm closer (0.81 m vs 0.85 m)
- Newer design (2026 vs 2020)
Why is the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art better than the Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II?
- 16 mm shorter (94.1 mm vs 110 mm long)
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Specification
| Specification | Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II | Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 85mm | 85mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Telephoto prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | Full Frame |
| Weight | 648 g (22.86 oz) | 630 g (1.39 lbs) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 110 x 85 mm | 82.8 mm (diameter) x 94.1 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.81 m (31.89 inches) ◆ | 0.85 m (33.46 in) |
| Maximum magnification | — | 0.12x |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | — | Yes (dust and splash resistant) |
| Aperture ring | Yes | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 11 | 11 (rounded) |
| Optical construction | 11 elements / 8 groups | 15 elements in 11 groups |
| Filter size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens mount | Sony E, Nikon Z, L-Mount | Sony E, L-Mount |
| Released | 2026 | 2020 |
| Price | $569 list price | — |
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Size
- A · Meike
- B · Sigma
- 110 × 85 mm
- 94.1 × 82.8 mm
The Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II is 16 mm longer and 18 g heavier than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art.
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Sample frames
Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II or the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art?
- The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art weighs 630 g, 18 g less than the Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II (648 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II or the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art?
- The Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II focuses down to 0.81 m, against 0.85 m for the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art.
- Do the Meike AF 85 mm f/1.4 II 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.
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