Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM vs Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is faster by 0.7 stops (f/1.4 vs f/1.8), letting in more light.
- Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art goes wider (14mm vs 85mm).
- Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM reaches further (85mm vs 14mm).
| Spec | EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM | 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Sigma |
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 85mm | 14mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/1.8 |
| Released | 2017 | 2017 |
| Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 10 | 11 |
| Af motor | USM | HSM |
| Elements | 14 | 16 |
| Weight g | 950.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 77 | n/a |
| Length mm | 105.4 | 126.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 88.6 | 95.4 |
| Min focus m | 0.85 | 0.27 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.12 | 0.1 |
Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM
The L-series 85mm f/1.4 with in-lens image stabilization and weather sealing, aimed at portrait and event work on full-frame EF bodies.
Pros
- Image stabilization on a fast prime
- f/1.4 aperture
- Weather-sealed L build
- Smooth background rendering
Cons
- Heavier than the f/1.8 version
- Not as fast as the f/1.2L
- Stabilizer does not freeze subject motion
Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art
An ultra-wide f/1.8 prime for full-frame DSLRs. It is widely used for astrophotography.
Pros
- f/1.8 at 14mm
- Sharp
- Good coma control
Cons
- Bulbous front element
- Heavy at about 1,170 g