Lens Comparison
Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary vs Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 II FE
Key Differences
- Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary has a better min focus distance (50 cm vs 85 cm).
- Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary has a better weight (280g (9.9 oz) vs 464g (1.02 lb)).
- Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary has a better length (59.5mm vs 92mm).
- Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/1.8).
- Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 II FE has a better max magnification (0.12x vs 0.1x).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 56mm | 85mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 10 | 11 |
| Optical Groups | 8 | 9 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 85-85mm | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | HLA | STM |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 50 cm | 85 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 0.12x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | No |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $449 | $449 |
| Filter Size | 55mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 67.2mm | 72mm |
| Length | 59.5mm | 92mm |
| Weight | 280g (9.9 oz) | 464g (1.02 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
