Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art § 03 Head to head
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art vs Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 is 170 g lighter. Viltrox 85mm f/1.4 focuses 6 cm closer.
Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art is an 85mm f/1.4 prime, and the Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro is an 85mm f/1.4 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 2 advantages each.
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art 
Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro 01
Key differences
Why is the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art better than the Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro?
- 170 g lighter (630 g vs 800 g)
- 14 mm shorter (94.1 mm vs 108.5 mm long)
Why is the Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro better than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art?
- Focuses 6 cm closer (0.79 m vs 0.85 m)
- Newer design (2025 vs 2020)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art has the edge: it is 170 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art | Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 85mm | 85mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Telephoto prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full Frame | Full frame |
| Weight | 630 g (1.39 lbs) ◆ | 800 g |
| Dimensions | 82.8 mm (diameter) x 94.1 mm (length) | 108.5 x 84.5 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.85 m (33.46 in) | 0.79 m ◆ |
| Maximum magnification | 0.12x | — |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Weather sealing | Yes (dust and splash resistant) | — |
| Aperture ring | Yes | — |
| Aperture blades | 11 (rounded) | 11 |
| Optical construction | 15 elements in 11 groups | 15 elements / 11 groups |
| Filter size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Lens mount | Sony E, L-Mount | Sony E, Nikon Z |
| Released | 2020 | 2025 |
| Price | — | $598 list price |
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Size
- A · Sigma
- B · Viltrox
- 94.1 × 82.8 mm
- 108.5 × 84.5 mm
The Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro is 14 mm longer and 170 g heavier than the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art.
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Sample frames
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art or the Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro?
- The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art weighs 630 g, 170 g less than the Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro (800 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art or the Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro?
- The Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro focuses down to 0.79 m, against 0.85 m for the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art.
- Do the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art and the Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art or the Viltrox AF 85 mm f/1.4 Pro better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art has the edge: it is 170 g lighter to carry.
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