Canon
Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro
Prime/Zoom
86
/ 100
From $599
VS
Sony
Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Prime/Zoom
86
/ 100
From $598
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro lands at 86 and Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 at 86. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro if…
- ✓Fast aperture
- ✓Quiet autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed (most)
Pick Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 if…
- ✓Fast aperture
- ✓Quiet autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed (most)
Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro 86
vs 86 Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Score breakdown
Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro
86 sharpness 86
af 84
build 88
value 85
Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
86 sharpness 86
af 84
build 88
value 85
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro | Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 |
|---|
Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro
Pros
- +Fast aperture
- +Quiet autofocus
- +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Weight varies
- −Price scales with quality
Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Pros
- +Fast aperture
- +Quiet autofocus
- +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Weight varies
- −Price scales with quality
FAQ: Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro vs Sony FE 85mm f/1.8
Which is better, Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro or Sony FE 85mm f/1.8? +
Both score 86 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro worth the price? +
At $599, Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in build.
Is Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 worth the price? +
At $598, Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in build.
Does Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro or Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.