Lens Comparison
Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G vs Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II
Key Differences
- Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G has a better min focus distance (25 cm vs 80 cm).
- Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/4).
- Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G has a better price (msrp) ($1,099 vs $1,799).
- Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G has a better max magnification (0.39x vs 0.12x).
- Sony FE 20-70mm f/4 G has a better weight (488g (1.08 lb) vs 642g (1.42 lb)).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 20-70mm | 85mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 16 | 14 |
| Optical Groups | 13 | 11 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 11 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | Full-Frame |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 94° – 34° | 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 | 25 cm | 80 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.39x | 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) | $1,099 | $1,799 |
| Filter Size | 72mm | 77mm |
| Diameter | 78.7mm | 84.7mm |
| Length | 99mm | 107.3mm |
| Weight | 488g (1.08 lb) | 642g (1.42 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
