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Black cylindrical telephoto lens with silver focus ring and 77 mm filter thread

SIGMA

Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E camera lens

SKU CH-VQB8-NW4BE

A fast 85 mm f/1.4 telephoto lens for Sony E-mount with 15 elements in 11 groups, 77 mm filter thread and 1.38 lb weight

  • Part type or number322965
  • Diameter85 mm
  • Focus systemAuto Focus
  • Lens focal length85 mm
  • Lens apertureMaximum: f/1.4 Minimum: f/16
  • Lens mountSony (E mount for NEX)
  • Sharp portraits with creamy background blur at f/1.4 maximum aperture
  • High-resolution detail from 15 elements in 11 groups
  • Dust- and splash-resistant construction for reliable outdoor use
  • Fast, quiet autofocus driven by HLA motor
  • Compact 1.38 lb design with 77 mm filter thread

Portrait prime for Sony E mount

The Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens is a bright telephoto prime built for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. Its wide f/1.4 aperture and 85mm focal length create shallow depth of field and smooth bokeh suited to portrait work. The optical design uses 15 elements in 11 groups including five SLD elements and one aspherical lens to control aberrations. It weighs 1.38 lb and focuses as close as 33.5 cm.

Dust- and splash-proof construction with physical

The barrel features a dust- and splash-proof structure for durability in changing conditions. An aperture ring with click switch lets you toggle clicked or de-clicked operation for stills or video. An AFL button and focus-mode switch sit on the barrel for quick access without menus. A 77 mm filter thread accepts standard front filters and the lens hood mounts via a bayonet.

Verify mount and stabilisation needs before ordering

This lens fits only Sony E-mount bodies; it will not mount on A-mount or other systems without an adapter. There is no built-in optical stabilisation, so steady shots rely on in-body stabilisation or technique. The 85mm field of view (28.6°) is a classic portrait length on full frame but becomes a longer telephoto on APS-C sensors. Autofocus is driven by a stepping motor for quiet operation.

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Price $621.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSIGMA
Part number322965
Part type or number322965
Product typeTelephoto Lens
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Focus systemAuto Focus
Lens focal length85 mm
Lens apertureMaximum: f/1.4 Minimum: f/16
Lens mountSony (E mount for NEX)
Viewing angle28.6
Closest focusing distance33.5
Optical construction15 elements in 11 groups
StabilizationNo
Auto-focusYes
Size & build
Diameter85 mm
Filter thread size77 mm
Product weight1.38 lb (0.63 kg)
Compatibility
Compatible withSony

Questions about this item

Will the 77 mm filter thread or the 15 elements in 11 groups need service later?

The 77 mm filter thread is a standard metal mount for protective or creative filters; it does not wear out. The 15 elements in 11 groups are permanently sealed inside the dust- and splash-proof barrel, so no internal cleaning or realignment is required under normal use.

What optical limit appears first when shooting wide open at f/1.4 for extended sessions?

At the maximum f/1.4 aperture the shallow depth of field — only fractions of a millimetre at close range — becomes the practical limit; stopping down to f/2 or f/2.8 increases the zone of acceptable sharpness without sacrificing the lens’s resolution.

How much heat or noise does the autofocus motor produce during all-day portrait work?

The stepping motor drives the focus group silently and generates negligible heat; the lens barrel stays at ambient temperature even after hours of continuous autofocus operation, and there is no audible whine in quiet environments.

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