Sigma
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
Leica L Mount
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art — 105mm f/2.8 for Leica L, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Jun 2021
Sigma
85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Sony E Mount
85mm F1.4 DG DN Art — 85mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Dec 2020
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art is 6 months newer.
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Wins
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
Wins
85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- A105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art has higher Max magnification (1 × vs 0.15 ×)
- B85mm F1.4 DG DN Art has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- B85mm F1.4 DG DN Art has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- B85mm F1.4 DG DN Art has lower Weight (625 g vs 715 g)
- A105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art has lower Diameter (78.9 mm vs 81 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
⌀79 × 139 mm
715 g (1.58 lb / 25.22 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
⌀81 × 138 mm
625 g (1.38 lb / 22.05 oz)
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art is 1mm longer and 2mm narrower than 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art.
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art is 90 g heavier than 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art.
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 105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 SLD, 2 Aspherical
- ✓
Max magnification
1 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
- ✓
Diameter
78.9 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
29.5 cm vs 30 cm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical, ED
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Control ring
Only 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art supports it
- ✓
Weight
625 g vs 715 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
138 mm vs 139.2 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
105mm F2.8 DG DN Macro Art
Pros
- ✓Solid optical performance for the price tier
- ✓Native Leica L mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
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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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.