Viltrox
AF 13mm F1.4 Z
Nikon Z Mount
AF 13mm F1.4 Z — 13mm f/1.4 for Nikon Z, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$479
Launch priceReleased Aug 2023
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
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE is 7 months newer.
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Wins
AF 13mm F1.4 Z
Wins
AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAF 13mm F1.4 Z has lower Min focus distance (14 cm vs 79 cm)
- AAF 13mm F1.4 Z has lower Weight (420 g vs 800 g)
- AAF 13mm F1.4 Z has lower Length (90 mm vs 108.5 mm)
- BAF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE has higher Max magnification (0.13 × vs 0.11 ×)
- AAF 13mm F1.4 Z has lower Diameter (82 mm vs 84.5 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareAF 13mm F1.4 Z
⌀82 × 90 mm
420 g (0.93 lb / 14.82 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)
AF 13mm F1.4 Z is 19mm shorter and 3mm narrower than AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE.
AF 13mm F1.4 Z is 380 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 AF 13mm F1.4 Z
- ✓
Min focus distance
14 cm vs 79 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical, 4 ED
- ✓
Weight
420 g vs 800 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
90 mm vs 108.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
82 mm vs 84.5 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Aspherical, 3 ED
- ✓
Weather sealing
Only AF 85mm F1.4 Pro FE supports it
- ✓
Max magnification
0.13 × vs 0.11 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.4
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.4
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
AF 13mm F1.4 Z
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Native Nikon Z mount compatibility
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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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.