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Quick answer
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.
Pros
- Sharp from f/1.4
- Pleasant background blur
- Relatively compact for an 85mm f/1.4
Cons
- Autofocus can differ from native Sony lenses on some bodies
- Larger than f/1.8 85mm primes
Verdict
Think of it as a third-party alternative to Sony's 85mm f/1.4 GM that keeps weight down.
About this lens
This 85mm f/1.4 full-frame fast short-telephoto prime lens from Sigma fits Sony E mount cameras, from the Sigma Art line. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art 020 specifications
- Brand
- Sigma
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 85mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.4
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 15 elements in 11 groups
- Aperture blades
- 11
- Autofocus motor
- Stepping motor
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.85 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.12x
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 625 g
- Length
- 96.1 mm
- Diameter
- 82.8 mm
Specification source: sigmaphoto.com
What can you shoot with the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art 020?
- Portraits
- Weddings
- Fashion
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 85mm | 23.9° | 28.6° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 128mm | 16.1° | 19.3° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art 020 as good as the Sony 85mm f/1.4 GM?
Image quality is highly competitive, while autofocus performance can differ depending on the camera body.
Does the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art 020 have an aperture ring?
Yes. The ring has a switch to turn the click stops on or off, so it can be used for stepped photo work or smooth, silent adjustment while filming.
Is the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art 020 a good wedding lens?
Yes. 85mm f/1.4 is a standard wedding portrait focal length.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
