Sigma
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
Prime/Zoom
92
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S wins by 3
Nikon
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Telephoto zoom · VR · 1360 g
95
/ 100
From $2,699
Specdex verdict
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lands at 92 and Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S at 95. That puts Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art if…
- ✓Fast autofocus
- ✓Weather-sealed
- ✓Premium optics
Pick Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S if…
- ✓Tack-sharp across range
- ✓Excellent VR stabilization
- ✓Teleconverter compatible
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art 92
vs 95 Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Score breakdown
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
92 sharpness 92
af 91
build 94
value 84
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
95 sharpness 98
af 94
build 98
value 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art | Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | — | Nikon Z |
| Aperture | — | f/2.8 |
| Weight | — | 1360 g |
| Filter size | — | 77 mm |
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
Pros
- +Fast autofocus
- +Weather-sealed
- +Premium optics
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Expensive
- −Focus breathing varies
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Pros
- +Tack-sharp across range
- +Excellent VR stabilization
- +Teleconverter compatible
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Pricey
- −Handholding with TC challenging
FAQ: Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art vs Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Which is better, Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art or Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S? +
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art worth the price? +
At $1,199, Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in build.
Is Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S worth the price? +
At $2,699, Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in sharpness.
Does Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art or Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S 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.