Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 vs Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art (Sony E)

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

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Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art (Sony E)

Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art (Sony E)

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Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 vs Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art (Sony E)

When comparing Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art (Sony E) and Zeiss Batis 1.8/85, which one is better?

1. Compare weight

The lens that weighs the least of the two is Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 which weighs 452 g, compared to the loser Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art - (Sony E) which weighs 630 g.

Winner: Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.

2. Compare minimum focusing distance

When it comes to minimum focusing distance, that is how close to the subject the lens can focus, Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 is the winner with a minimum focusing distance of 80 cm. This can be compared with the minimum focusing distance of 85 cm for Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art - (Sony E).

Winner: Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

Regarding minimum focusing distance: The lens's minimum focusing distance determines how close you can photograph your subject, such as a face or an animal. If the minimum focusing distance is 50 cm then you cannot get closer to your subject than 50 cm. Macro lenses often have a very low minimum focusing distance so that you can take close-up shots (macro photography).


Specifications

Full specifications table of Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 and Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art (Sony E):

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art - (Sony E)
Zeiss Batis 1.8/85Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art - (Sony E)

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BrandZeissSigma
Weight452 g630 g
MountSony ESony E
Focal Length85 mm85 mm
Largest Aperture1.81.4
Anamorphic LensNoNo
Minimum Focusing Distance80 cm85 cm
TypePrimePrime
Filter Thread67Missing
StabilizationNoNo
Covers a Full Frame Sensor?YesYes


Camera Verdict

This comparison of Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 and Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art - (Sony E) was last updated on August 14, 2025.