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Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM vs Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro

Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM if

  • Our notes say it suits: Portraits, weddings, fashion

Pick the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 48 g lighter (800 g vs 848 g)

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM and the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro
Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro
Brand
Sony
Viltrox
Weight
848 g
800 g lighter
Length
107.5 mm
108.5 mm
Diameter
89.5 mm
84.5 mm slimmer
Min focus distance
0.85 m
0.79 m closer
Max magnification
0.12×
0.13× larger
Aperture blades
not listed
11
Optical design
not listed
15 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
VCM
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
Released
2016
not listed
7 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, max aperture, filter thread, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
85mm both
Max aperture
f/1.4 both
Filter thread
77 mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM

A G Master portrait prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/1.4 aperture. It has a dust and moisture resistant design and weighs about 848 g.

Pros

  • Smooth background blur
  • Sharp and well corrected
  • Dust and moisture resistant design

Cons

  • Heavy at about 848 g
  • The GM II is lighter

Our notes

Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro

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