Expert Pick #07
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art.
Sigma's mirrorless redesign drops weight and gains AF speed. Best-in-class portrait optics under $1,200 across E-mount and L-mount.
The Verdict.
8.9/ 10
Gavler Meta-Score
“The best portrait value on E-mount and L-mount. Editorial verdict pending Curator authoring.”
The Gavler Verdict
Precision Engineering
Art-Series Sharpness
Same legendary Art optical performance now optimized for mirrorless.
47% Lighter Than Mark I
Dropped 580g vs the original DSLR Art — handholdable for full-day events.
Technical Specifications
Focal Length85mm
Aperturef/1.4
MountSony E / L-mount
Weight625 g
The Scoreboard
Expert Consensus90%
Community Rating91%
Lighter, faster, and sharper than the original Art. Curator content pending.
Cast Your Vote
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Best Price Availability.
Prices checked April 2026
Global Critique
“Sigma's best portrait prime yet.”
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