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Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
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Sony · f/1.4 · Sony E mount

Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II

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KEY FACTS
BrandSony
Release Year2024
Production StatusIn Production
VersionII
Pro BrandingGM
What We Like
+Ultra-fast dual XD linear motor autofocus with 3x speed improvement and 120fps tracking capability
+Exceptional edge-to-edge sharpness and resolution at all apertures, especially wide open at F1.4
+Beautifully smooth bokeh with 11-blade circular aperture and minimal onion-ring effect
+20% lighter and 13% smaller than predecessor while maintaining superior optical quality
+Comprehensive weather sealing with fluorine-coated front element and dust/moisture resistance
+Advanced video features including minimal focus breathing and breathing compensation support
Worth Knowing
−Premium price point at $1,799 limits accessibility for budget-conscious photographers
−Relatively high minimum focus distance of 0.85m (2.79ft) limits close-up capabilities
−Modest maximum magnification of 0.12x makes it unsuitable for macro work
−No optical image stabilization (relies on in-body IBIS in Sony Alpha cameras)

General

Brand
Sony
Release Year
2024
Production Status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Version
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The iteration or release number of a particular lens model.
II
Pro Branding
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Specific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses.
GM
Lens Mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Sony E
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Sony E
Maximum Format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
Full Frame
Read our notes on general
The Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II delivers high resolution, smooth bokeh, and fast AF in a lightweight and compact body. It features more advanced optics, improved autofocus performance, better aberration control and is 20% lighter than the original lens. The lens features two Sony XD linear AF motors providing virtually instantaneous autofocus and is the only 85mm lens capable of focus tracking at up to 120 FPS. It's a clear step up in image quality from its predecessor, though whether you need that is down to personal preference.

Physical

Lens Weight
642 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
84.7 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
107.3 mm
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
77 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
85 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
1.4
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
11020
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
85 cm01500
Autofocus Mode
Yes

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes