Fujifilm
XF 35mm F1.4 R
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 35mm F1.4 R — 35mm f/1.4 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$599
Launch priceReleased Jan 2012
Sony
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
Sony E Mount
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II — 85mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sony lineup.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II is 12.7 years newer.
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Wins
XF 35mm F1.4 R
Wins
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AXF 35mm F1.4 R has lower Weight (187 g vs 642 g)
- AXF 35mm F1.4 R has lower Length (76 mm vs 140 mm)
- AXF 35mm F1.4 R has lower Diameter (70 mm vs 81 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the XF 35mm F1.4 R
- ✓
Weight
187 g vs 642 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
76 mm vs 140 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only FE 85mm F1.4 GM II supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only FE 85mm F1.4 GM II supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 85mm F1.4 GM II supports it
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.4
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.4
Min focus distance
Both 30 cm
Max magnification
Both 0.15 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
XF 35mm F1.4 R
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R
Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.