Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
Sony · 85 mm · f/1.4 · GM
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
80
SCORE /100
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 | |
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About This LensThe 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. | |
| Brand | Sony |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Version ⓘThe iteration or release number of a particular lens model. | II |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | GM |
Lens Mount ⓘ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 ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical100/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 642 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 84.7 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 107.3 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 77 mm |
Optics88/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 85 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 1.4 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 29° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 11020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 85 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.11x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features52/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. |  Yes |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Round |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction54/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 14 |
| Groups | 11 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 2 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 2 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |