Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Type, Sony-E
Sony E, full sizeProduct details
The 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art combines a clear and delicate rendering performance, which is requisite for portrait photography, with beautiful, rich bokeh effects only possible with lenses such as a large-diameter F1.4, at a level that will satisfy both professional and advanced amateur photographers. The focal length of 85mm and significant bokeh effect at F1.4 brightness allow the users’ subjects to stand out in a complementary fashion, which is one of the essences of taking portrait photography, so users can enjoy it to the fullest.
In addition to the fast and consistent AF response, the mirrorless-exclusive design of the 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art has realized a lightweight and compact lens body that defies convention. And its small body is packed with a range of functionalities, including a dust- and splash-proof structure, supported by an excellent build quality. The 85mm F1.4 DG DN | Art is SIGMA's new “ultimate portrait lens” for the mirrorless age. And with it, SIGMA proposes a whole new world of possibilities provided by this “85mm F1.4 lens for everyday use,” thanks to the unprecedented level of portability, free from size- or weight-related limitations.
Sigma Switzerland Warranty
Product includes the official SSC card with the Sigma lifetime service warranty and services on all SIGMA products. The repair guarantee or warranty is valid for 2 years. The Swiss warranty cannot be guaranteed for marketplace suppliers.| Sensor compatibility | full size |
| Weight | 625 g |
| Focus type | Autofocus |
| Lens type | Normal Lens, Prime lens |
| Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
| Focal length | 85 mm |
| Item number | 13545201 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Category | |
| Manufacturer no. | 322965 |
| Release date | 29.9.2020 |
| Sales rank in Category Lenses |
| Colour group | Black |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.85 m |
| Lens type | Normal Lens, Prime lens |
| Bayonet lens mount | Sony E |
| Max. Aperture | 1.40 |
| Min. aperture | 16 |
| Min. focal length | 85 mm |
| Max. focal length | 85 mm |
| Focal length | 85 mm |
| Sensor compatibility | full size |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 11 x |
| Filter thread | 77 mm |
| Number of lenses | 15 |
| Number of lens groups | 11 |
| Lens equipment | Metal bayonet |
| Focus type | Autofocus |
| Durability | Weather resistant |
| Country code | EN |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Scope of delivery | 1.4 DG DN Art|1x Quiver|1x Lens hood (LH828-02), 1x Sigma 85 mm F |
| Weight | 625 g |
| Length | 96.10 mm |
| Diameter | 82.80 mm |
| Length | 14.50 cm |
| Width | 12 cm |
| Height | 12.30 cm |
| Weight | 952 g |
Reviews & Ratings
Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 3.Sony0.4 %
- 5.Panasonic0.5 %
- 5.Sigma0.5 %
- 5.TTArtisan0.5 %
- 8.7artisans0.6 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 1.Viltrox1 day
- 2.Sigma3 days
- 3.TTArtisan4 days
- 4.Nikon7 days
- 4.Sony7 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 5.Nikon4.9 %
- 6.Sony5.1 %
- 7.Sigma5.3 %
- 8.Panasonic6.6 %
- 9.TTArtisan7.2 %
Despite minor weaknesses in the optics, the Sigma 1.4/85 mm DG DN Art achieves a "Super" seal of approval.
On both Panasonic and Sony, the standard focal length shows an unusually even image quality at all three measured apertures at the highest level. In the centre, the resolution increases from good to very good values as the aperture is stopped down. The contrast in the centre of the image behaves similarly...
Sigma has recalculated the fast 85 for the Sony A7 cameras and almost halved the weight to 625 grams. At open aperture, the resolution is good, but a few hundred line pairs away from the best. The contrast reaches top values, the edge drop remains low. Stopping down brings a good 100 LP, the contrast increases further, at the same time the edge drop drops further...
- The list price of the new Sigma is significantly lower than that of the competing lens from Sony's G-Master series, but it offers comparable performance.
- It is difficult to give a minus point for this lens. Even the price is not too high in view of the performance it offers.
The Sigma lens achieves very high performance and delivers beautiful images with excellent resolution in the focus area and a natural-looking bokeh representation in the subject background. Coupled with high build quality, light weight and a fair price, it is worth a real recommendation.