Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
Sigma
85 Overall Score
vs
Sony E 16mm f/2.8 APS-C
Sony
28 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
82 out of 100 high confidence 187 reviews
The Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and fast autofocus, making it a top choice for portrait photographers. Users appreciate its compact size and lightweight design compared to other 85mm lenses, as well as its value for money. However, some users report issues with autofocus reliability, particularly on Nikon D850 bodies, and a few mention noticeable distortion and flaring. Overall, the lens is highly recommended for its image quality and performance.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Fast autofocus
- Compact and lightweight
- Great value for money
Cons
- Autofocus issues on Nikon D850
- Noticeable distortion
- Flaring issues
- Heavy and bulky
- Autofocus hunting in low light
Sharpness 45
Bokeh 28
Autofocus performance 22
Build quality 15
Value for money 12
Size and weight 18
Sony E 16mm f/2.8 APS-C
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Scores
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Specifications
| Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art | Sony E 16mm f/2.8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 16 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 5 |
| Groups | 11 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 5★ | — |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.63 kg | 0.07 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor | Stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 850 mm | 240 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:8★ | 0.073x |
Pros & Cons
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
- Strong bokeh (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong optical (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average wide angle (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average macro (27th percentile)
- Below average affordability (29th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Sony E 16mm f/2.8 APS-C
- Strong portability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong affordability (75th percentile)
- Strong wide angle (75th percentile)
- Strong video (72nd percentile)
- Below average macro (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average optical (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average bokeh (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average reach (16th percentile)16th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
Scores 85 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.