Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G vs Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G | 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 85mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Released | 2010 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 9 | 12 |
| Af motor | SWM | HSM |
| Elements | 10 | 14 |
| Weight g | 595.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 77 | 86 |
| Length mm | 84.0 | 126.2 |
| Diameter mm | 86.5 | 94.7 |
| Min focus m | 0.85 | 0.85 |
| Max magnification | 0.12 | 0.12 |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G
A portrait prime for Nikon FX cameras with an f/1.4 aperture and Nano Crystal Coat.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Smooth background rendering
- Sharp
- Quiet AF
Cons
- Heavier than the f/1.8G (595 g)
- No VR
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art
A fast 85mm portrait prime for full-frame DSLRs, with an 86mm filter thread and a minimum focus distance of 0.85 m.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- HSM autofocus
- Strong sharpness
- 9-bladed aperture
Cons
- Large and heavy
- 86mm filters
- No stabilization