Lens Comparison
Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II vs Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II
Key Differences
- Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II has a better min focus distance (26 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 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II has a better max magnification (0.5x vs 0.12x).
- Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II has a better length (107.3mm vs 149mm).
- Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II has a better weight (642g (1.42 lb) vs 794g (1.75 lb)).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 70-200mm | 85mm |
| Lens Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 19 | 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 | 34° – 12.5° | 28.5° – 28.5° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | − |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | XD Linear | XD Linear |
| Focus Limiter | Yes | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 26 cm | 80 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x | 0.12x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | Yes | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | Yes | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $1,799 | $1,799 |
| Filter Size | 72mm | 77mm |
| Diameter | 82.2mm | 84.7mm |
| Length | 149mm | 107.3mm |
| Weight | 794g (1.75 lb) | 642g (1.42 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | Yes | No |
