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Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S — Prime/Zoom
Nikon

Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S

Prime/Zoom

95
/ 100
From $2,799
VS
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II — Prime/Zoom
Sony

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II

Prime/Zoom

95
/ 100
From $2,298
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S lands at 95 and Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II at 95. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics

Pick Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sharpness

Tie

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II more score per dollar ($2,298 vs $2,799).

Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S 95
vs
95 Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II

Score breakdown

Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S
95
sharpness 95
af 94
build 94
value 84
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II
95
sharpness 95
af 94
build 94
value 84

Specs side-by-side

Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S versus Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II — full spec comparison
Spec Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II

Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

FAQ: Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S vs Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II

Which is better, Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II? +

Both score 95 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S worth the price? +

At $2,799, Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sharpness.

Is Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II worth the price? +

At $2,298, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sharpness.

Does Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II 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.

Which is the better value, Nikon Z 85mm f/1.2 S or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II? +

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II — more score per dollar ($2,298 vs $2,799). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.