Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro vs Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 AI-S
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 AI-S is faster by 1 stop (f/2.0 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 AI-S is lighter by 415g.
- Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 AI-S goes wider (85mm vs 105mm).
- Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro reaches further (105mm vs 85mm).
| Spec | 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro | Nikkor 85mm f/2 AI-S |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Macro | Prime |
| Focal length | 105mm | 85mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.0 (faster) |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 5 |
| Af motor | HSM | none |
| Elements | 16 | 5 |
| Weight g | 725 | 310.0 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 62 | 52 |
| Length mm | 126.4 | 61.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 78.3 | 63.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.312 (closer focusing) | 0.85 |
| Max magnification | 1.0 | n/a |
Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro
A stabilized 1:1 macro for full-frame DSLRs that works equally well as a portrait lens. It weighs about 725 g and has a 62mm filter size.
Pros
- True 1:1 magnification
- Optical stabilization
- HSM autofocus
- 62mm filters
Cons
- Older EX design
- Heavier than non-stabilized macro lenses
Nikon Nikkor 85mm f/2 AI-S
A compact manual-focus 85mm f/2 with a 52mm filter thread. It weighs about 310g and focuses down to 0.85m.
Pros
- Compact at about 310g
- f/2 aperture
- 52mm filter thread
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Soft wide open
- Flare against bright light