Sony G Master SEL85F14GM 85mm
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
What Buyers Say
Sony G Master SEL85F14GM 85mm
The Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast and silent autofocus, beautiful bokeh, and reduced weight and size compared to its predecessor. Many users consider it the best 85mm lens for the Sony ecosystem, ideal for portraits, weddings, and video work. However, its high price is a common drawback, and some users note the original version had slower autofocus and heavier build.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness wide open
- Fast and silent autofocus
- Beautiful bokeh and color rendition
- Reduced weight and size vs. previous version
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- High price
- No image stabilization
- Incompatible with teleconverters
- Original version had slower AF and heavier build
- Some users note noisy focus on original version
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC DN Art lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional image quality, fast constant aperture, and compact internal zoom design. Users highlight its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially on crop-sensor mirrorless cameras like the Canon R7 and Fujifilm bodies. A few questions about compatibility with specific cameras and features like weather sealing and aperture ring are noted, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Fast constant f/1.8 aperture
- Compact internal zoom design
- Lightweight build
- Sharp and bright photos
Cons
- No weather sealing mentioned
- No manual aperture ring on some mounts
- Compatibility questions with full-frame cameras
- Expensive for some buyers
Scores
Specifications
| Sony G Master SEL85F14GM 85mm | Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 40 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 17 |
| Groups | 8 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 3 | 4★ |
| Coating | Nano AR Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11 | 11 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.64 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | XD Linear Motor★ | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 800 mm | 280 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x | 1:4.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony G Master SEL85F14GM 85mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (72nd percentile)
- Below average macro (26th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony G Master SEL85F14GM 85mm
No current pricing available
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
