Sigma
24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Sony E Mount
24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art — 24–70mm f/2.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sigma lineup.
$1,099
Launch priceReleased Nov 2019
Sony
FE 85mm F1.8
Sony E Mount
FE 85mm F1.8 — 85mm f/1.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sony lineup.
$599
Launch priceReleased Feb 2017
24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art is 2.8 years newer.
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Wins
24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Wins
FE 85mm F1.8
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFE 85mm F1.8 has lower Weight (371 g vs 835 g)
- A24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art has higher Max magnification (0.25 × vs 0.15 ×)
- BFE 85mm F1.8 has lower Length (102 mm vs 167 mm)
- BFE 85mm F1.8 has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
- BFE 85mm F1.8 has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
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 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art supports it
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the FE 85mm F1.8
- ✓
Weight
371 g vs 835 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
102 mm vs 167 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.8 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.8 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
24-70mm 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
- –No optical stabilization — relies on body IBIS
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
FE 85mm F1.8
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
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Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art
Sony FE 85mm F1.8
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.