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
Viltrox
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
Sony E Mount
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE — 85mm f/1.4 for Sony E, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Mar 2024
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II is 5 months newer.
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Wins
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
Wins
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AFE 85mm F1.4 GM II has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 79 cm)
- BAF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE has lower Length (108.5 mm vs 140 mm)
- AFE 85mm F1.4 GM II has lower Weight (642 g vs 800 g)
- AFE 85mm F1.4 GM II has higher Max magnification (0.15 × vs 0.13 ×)
- AFE 85mm F1.4 GM II has lower Diameter (81 mm vs 84.5 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareFE 85mm F1.4 GM II
⌀81 × 140 mm
642 g (1.42 lb / 22.65 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
⌀85 × 109 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II is 32mm longer and 4mm narrower than AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE.
FE 85mm F1.4 GM II is 158 g lighter than AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE.
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 FE 85mm F1.4 GM II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical, ED
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 79 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Control ring
Only FE 85mm F1.4 GM II supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only FE 85mm F1.4 GM II supports it
- ✓
Weight
642 g vs 800 g — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
81 mm vs 84.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.15 × vs 0.13 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Aspherical, 3 ED, 2 HR
- ✓
Length
108.5 mm vs 140 mm — lower is better
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
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓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 85mm F1.4 GM II
Viltrox AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.