Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G vs Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G is lighter by 390g.
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G goes wider (85mm vs 105mm).
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED reaches further (105mm vs 85mm).
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED is the newer design (2016 vs 2010).
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G | AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 85mm (wider) | 105mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Released | 2010 | 2016 |
| Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 9 | 9 |
| Af motor | SWM | SWM |
| Elements | 10 | 14 |
| Weight g | 595.0 (lighter) | 985.0 |
| Filter mm | 77 | 82 |
| Length mm | 84.0 | 106.0 |
| Diameter mm | 86.5 | 94.5 |
| Min focus m | 0.85 (closer focusing) | 1.0 |
| Max magnification | 0.12 | 0.13 |
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
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED
The AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED is a fast portrait telephoto for Nikon FX cameras with an electromagnetic diaphragm and Nano Crystal Coat, designed for smooth background rendering.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Smooth bokeh
- Nano Crystal Coat
- Sharp
Cons
- Large and heavy (985 g)
- No VR