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Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art — Prime/Zoom
Sigma

Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art

Prime/Zoom

92
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM — Prime/Zoom
Sony

Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM

Prime/Zoom

92
/ 100
From $1,498
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lands at 92 and Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art if…

  • Fast autofocus
  • Weather-sealed
  • Premium optics

Pick Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM if…

  • Fast aperture
  • Quiet autofocus
  • Weather-sealed (most)
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art 92
vs
92 Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM

Score breakdown

Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art
92
sharpness 92
af 91
build 94
value 84
Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM
92
sharpness 92
af 90
build 88
value 85

Specs side-by-side

Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art versus Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM — full spec comparison
Spec Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM

Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art

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

Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM

Pros
  • +Fast aperture
  • +Quiet autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
  • Mount-specific
  • Weight varies
  • Price scales with quality

FAQ: Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art vs Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM

Which is better, Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art or Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM? +

Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. 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 Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM worth the price? +

At $1,498, Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sharpness.

Does Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art or Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM 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.