Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 vs Sony FE 85mm F1.8

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

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Sony FE 85mm F1.8

Sony FE 85mm F1.8

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Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 vs Sony FE 85mm F1.8

When comparing Sony FE 85mm F1.8 and Zeiss Batis 1.8/85, which one is better?

1. Compare weight

The lens that weighs the least of the two is Sony FE 85mm F1.8 which weighs 371 g, compared to the loser Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 which weighs 452 g.

Winner: Sony FE 85mm F1.8

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

Both lenses have the same minimum focusing distance and therefore one is not better than the other when it comes to how close the lens can focus.

Winner: Tied

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 Sony FE 85mm F1.8:

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 Sony FE 85mm F1.8
Zeiss Batis 1.8/85Sony FE 85mm F1.8

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BrandZeissSony
Weight452 g371 g
MountSony ESony E
Focal Length85 mm85 mm
Largest Aperture1.81.8
Anamorphic LensNoNo
Minimum Focusing Distance80 cm80 cm
TypePrimePrime
Filter Thread6767
StabilizationNoNo
Covers a Full Frame Sensor?YesMissing


Camera Verdict

This comparison of Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 and Sony FE 85mm F1.8 was last updated on August 14, 2025.