Carl Zeiss E 85mm F1.8 vs Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art 020

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

Carl Zeiss

Pick the Carl Zeiss E 85mm F1.8 if

You want the lighter lens to carry: 173 g lighter (452 g vs 625 g)

Pick the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art 020 if

You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)
Our notes say it suits: Portraits, weddings, fashion

Spec differences

13 differences

Specifications that differ between the Carl Zeiss E 85mm F1.8 and the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art 020
	Carl Zeiss E 85mm F1.8	Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN \| Art 020
Brand	Carl Zeiss	Sigma
Max aperture	f/1.8	f/1.4 ⅔ stop faster
Weight	452 g lighter	625 g
Length	92 mm shorter	96.1 mm
Diameter	92 mm	82.8 mm slimmer
Filter thread	67 mm	77 mm
Min focus distance	0.8 m closer	0.85 m
Max magnification	0.13× larger	0.12×
Aperture blades	not listed	11
Optical design	11 elements / 8 groups	15 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	Stepping motor
Weather sealing	not listed	Yes
Released	not listed	2020

5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Format: Full frame both
Focal length: 85mm both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Carl Zeiss E 85mm F1.8

Carl Zeiss E 85mm F1.8: a fast short-telephoto prime lens with a 85mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Sony E mount cameras. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.

Our notes

Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art 020

A portrait prime for full-frame mirrorless with an f/1.4 aperture and an aperture ring. It has a dust- and splash-proof structure and weighs about 625 g.