Lens Comparison
Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM vs Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II
Key Differences
- Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II has a better weight (642g (1.42 lb) vs 950g (2.09 lb)).
- Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/1.8).
- Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II has a better length (107.3mm vs 127.5mm).
- Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM has a better max magnification (0.25x vs 0.12x).
- Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM has a better min focus distance (70 cm vs 80 cm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 135mm | 85mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 13 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 10 | 11 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | − | 28.5° – 28.5° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | XD Linear | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 70 cm | 80 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.25x | 0.12x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,898 | $1,799 |
| Filter Size | 82mm | 77mm |
| Diameter | 89.5mm | 84.7mm |
| Length | 127.5mm | 107.3mm |
| Weight | 950g (2.09 lb) | 642g (1.42 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
