Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II § 03 Head to head
Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II vs Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Samyang 85mm f/1.4 is 121 g lighter. Sigma 85mm f/1.4 has a physical aperture ring.
Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE 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 Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II 
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art 01
Key differences
Why is the Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II better than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art?
- 121 g lighter (509 g vs 630 g)
- 11 mm shorter (83.4 mm vs 94.1 mm long)
- Smaller filter thread (72 mm vs 77 mm)
- Newer design (2022 vs 2020)
Why is the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art better than the Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II?
- Has a physical aperture ring
- More aperture blades (11 vs 9)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II has the edge: it is 121 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE 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 | 509 g (17.95 oz) ◆ | 630 g (1.39 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 99.5 x 83.4 mm | 82.8 mm (diameter) x 94.1 mm (length) |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.85 m (33.46 inches) | 0.85 m (33.46 in) |
| Maximum magnification | — | 0.12x |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | — | Yes (dust and splash resistant) |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 11 (rounded) ◆ |
| Optical construction | 11 elements in 8 groups | 15 elements in 11 groups |
| Filter size | 72 mm ◆ | 77 mm |
| Lens mount | Sony E | Sony E, L-Mount |
| Released | 2022 | 2020 |
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Size
- A · Samyang
- B · Sigma
- 83.4 × 99.5 mm
- 94.1 × 82.8 mm
The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art is 11 mm longer and 121 g heavier than the Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II.
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Sample frames
Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II or the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art?
- The Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II weighs 509 g, 121 g less than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art (630 g).
- Do the Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE 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.
- Is the Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II or the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Samyang AF 85 mm f/1.4 FE II has the edge: it is 121 g lighter to carry.
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