Sony
FE 135mm F1.8 GM
Sony E Mount
FE 135mm F1.8 GM — 135mm f/1.8 for Sony E, a popular choice in the sony lineup.
$1,899
Launch priceReleased Feb 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
FE 135mm F1.8 GM is 2 years newer.
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Wins
FE 135mm F1.8 GM
Wins
FE 85mm F1.8
6 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFE 85mm F1.8 has lower Weight (371 g vs 950 g)
- BFE 85mm F1.8 has lower Length (102 mm vs 183 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 FE 135mm F1.8 GM
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only FE 135mm F1.8 GM supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only FE 135mm F1.8 GM supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 135mm F1.8 GM supports it
Reasons to choose the FE 85mm F1.8
- ✓
Weight
371 g vs 950 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
102 mm vs 183 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.8
Min focus distance
Both 30 cm
Max magnification
Both 0.15 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Diameter
Both 81 mm
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
FE 135mm F1.8 GM
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –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
Decided which one is right for you?
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Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.