Nikon
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
Nikon Z Mount
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 — 35mm f/1.4 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the nikon lineup.
$677
Launch priceReleased Jan 2025
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
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 is 4 months newer.
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Wins
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
Wins
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ANIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 has lower Length (88.5 mm vs 140 mm)
- ANIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 has lower Weight (415 g vs 642 g)
- ANIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 has higher Max magnification (0.18 × vs 0.15 ×)
- ANIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 has lower Min focus distance (27 cm vs 30 cm)
- ANIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 has lower Diameter (74.5 mm vs 81 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
⌀75 × 89 mm
415 g (0.91 lb / 14.64 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
⌀81 × 140 mm
642 g (1.42 lb / 22.65 oz)
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 is 52mm shorter and 7mm narrower than FE 85mm F1.4 GM II.
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 is 227 g lighter than FE 85mm F1.4 GM II.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
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 NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
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Length
88.5 mm vs 140 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
415 g vs 642 g — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
27 cm vs 30 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
74.5 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.18 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
No major spec wins compared to NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4.
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.4
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.4
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
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
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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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.