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FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
- 85mm
- f/1.4
- Prime
- 642 g
- Min focus 0.85 m
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Quick answer
The second-generation 85mm f/1.4 G Master portrait prime for E-mount. It adds an aperture ring and is lighter than the original, at about 642 g.
Pros
- Aperture ring
- Lighter than the original
- 77mm filter thread
Cons
- Heavier than f/1.8 85mm lenses
- Large for a portrait prime at about 642 g
Verdict
This is a refinement of an already strong lens. Best if you want the aperture ring and lower weight.
About this lens
This 85mm f/1.4 full-frame fast short-telephoto prime lens from Sony fits Sony E mount cameras, from the Sony G Master series. A G Master portrait prime with a wide f/1.4 aperture.
Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II specifications
- Brand
- Sony
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 85mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.4
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2024
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.85 m
- Filter thread
- 77 mm
- Weight
- 642 g
- Length
- 107.3 mm
- Diameter
- 84.7 mm
Specification source: en.wikipedia.org
What can you shoot with the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II?
- Portraits
- Weddings and events
- Hybrid shooters
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
What changed from the first GM?
Sony added an aperture ring, cut the weight to roughly 642 g and updated the focus system.
Is the Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II good for video?
Yes. It is suited to video, with an aperture ring that can be de-clicked.
Should I upgrade from the original?
Only if the new features and lower weight matter to you. The original's optics were already excellent.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
