The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art ($1,199) is a built-for-mirrorless lens, and one that offers full-frame coverage, a bright aperture for dim light and blurred backgrounds, and a relatively light, compact build. Add an aperture control ring, dust and splash protection, and support for the popular E-mount and growing L-mount systems, and you have a lens that's sure to please a lot of photographers—especially portrait specialists. That's enough to earn the lens our Editors' Choice award.First-Rate Fit and Finish The 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art is as well made a lens as you'll find today. The barrel is a mix of metal and polycarbonate, and includes internal seals to prevent dust and moisture from getting inside—it pairs perfectly with full-frame mirrorless cameras, most of which include similar protection. Sigma sells the lens in two versions, one for L-mount cameras from Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma, and the E-mount version for Sony cameras we received for review. Apart from the mount, the two ...

The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art sports fantastic optics, a wide, bright aperture, and a classic focal length for portraiture—it's the lens to get if you don't want to spend on high-end Sony G Master or Leica glass.

Razor-sharp optics; Dust and splash protection; Full-frame coverage; Quick, quiet autofocus; Aperture control ring; Available for E- and L-mount camera systems

Some F1.8 alternatives options available for less; Focus breathing a downer for video

5 Stars all around. This is a great lens. I have it paired with my crop sensor Canon Rebel T3i and it's still amazing. This is definitely a heavy lens so prepare to work out at least your grip hand lol but absolutely no complaints. Will probably be the only portrait lens I will need to use.

Ever since Zeiss announced their Otus lens lineup, a race of catching up is on by the other vendors. The game started with the 50mm class and it moved on to 85mm lenses. This time we'll have a look at the latest contender here - the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 HSM DG Art.

Very heavy but fantastic lens. I would say worth its weight in gold but its stupidly heavy so probably not!

This lens produces extraordinary images. It is an important addition to the Art Series of lenses from Sigma. While this focal length is considered a portrait lens, this new lens is ideal for isolating individual subjects within a scene with the beautiful bokeh this lens produces.

Wow! Another top lens from Sigma's Art series. I am very impressed with the quality of this beast. The Sigma 85mm is fast, well built but large and heavy, but it is a FF f1.4. The bokeh is buttery smooth. Great contrast, vibrant colour producing a very sharp image.

The 85mm features a fast maximum aperture of f/1.4, working in perfect harmony with its 9 rounded diaphragm blades to produce beautiful bokeh in the out-of-focus areas.

I usually write reviews only when I am angry and not happy , but this is my first time I am writing a review about something I really love! this lens is amazing, I could not believe I could take such amazing sharp pictures. I love it to the maximum, a bit heavy, but it worth every penny .

Easily Interchangeable; Quick Focus; Sharp Focus; Strong Construction

Heavy

In the trifecta of portrait lenses-85mm, 105mm, and 135mm-the 85mm focal length is the gateway. It's short enough for tight shooting spaces, while producing a real portrait look, yet versatile enough for use in other genres, including photojournalism, where a nifty 50 comes up a bit short.

Amazing lense im using it for wedding and portraits.. Amazing performance in low light. Only con is its weight.. My neck hurts if i carry more than 10mins..