Sigma
14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Sony E Mount
14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art — 14–24mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased May 2020
Sigma
85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Nikon Z Mount
85mm F1.4 DG DN Art — 85mm f/1.4 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Apr 2021
85mm F1.4 DG DN Art is 11 months newer.
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Wins
14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Wins
85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- 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)
- A14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art has higher Max magnification (0.25 × vs 0.15 ×)
- B85mm F1.4 DG DN Art has lower Weight (625 g vs 795 g)
- B85mm F1.4 DG DN Art has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 38 cm)
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 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art
- ✓
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
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Weight
625 g vs 795 g — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Length
138 mm vs 161 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
81 mm vs 86 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
14-24mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Sony E 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 May 2026.