Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM Review

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Main Rivals

Listed below are some of the rivals of the Sigma 105mm F1.4 DG HSM.

Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM

The Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is a brand new short telephoto prime lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. Retailing for £1569 / $1599, read our in-depth Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM review to find out if this is the best 85mm lens for Canon users.

Laowa 105mm f/2 (T3.2) STF

The Laowa 105mm f/2 (T3.2) STF is a mid-telephoto prime lens for 35mm full-frame DSLR cameras, with an apodization element for enhanced smoothness and bokeh. Read our expert Laowa 105mm f/2 STF review to find out if it can really deliver extra-special portraits...

Meyer-Optik-Goerlitz Trioplan 100mm f/2.8

The Trioplan 100mm f/2.8 is a modern version of the classic "soap bubble" lens from 1916. Does it still have a place in the 21st century? Find out by reading our Meyer-Optik-Goerlitz Trioplan 100mm f/2.8 review...

Samyang Premium MF 85mm f/1.2

The Samyang Premium MF 85mm f/1.2 is a very fast short telephoto prime lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. The Samyang 85mm f/1.2 is a manual-focus lens comprised of 10 elements arranged in 7 groups. Retailing for £899 / $999, read our in-depth Samyang Premium MF 85mm f/1.2 review...

Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM

The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM is a fast moderate telephoto prime lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. The 135mm f/1.8 features 13 optical elements in 10 groups and a HSM focusing system which provides quiet, smooth and fast autofocus with full-time manual focus override. Retailing for £1,399 / $1,648, read our expert Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM review to find out if it's the ultimate 135mm lens...

Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art

The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM is a fast short telephoto prime lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. The 85mm f/1.4 features 14 optical elements in 12 groups and a HSM focusing system which provides quiet, smooth and fast autofocus with full-time manual focus override. Retailing for £1099 / $1199, read our expert Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM review to find out if it's the ultimate 85mm lens...

Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM for Sony E-Mount

The Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM for Sony E-Mount is a very fast telephoto prime lens for full-frame Sony mirrorless cameras. The Sigma 85mm f/1.4 for Sony features 14 optical elements in 12 groups and a HSM focusing system which provides quiet, smooth and fast autofocusing. Priced at £1099 / $1199, read our Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM for Sony E-Mount review to find out if it's the ultimate 85mm lens for Sony shooters...

Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS

The Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS is a brand new short telephoto prime lens for Sony Alpha full-frame compact system cameras. Read our Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS review to find out if this new portrait lens is a must-buy...

Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM

The Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM is a new flagship lens designed to be the ultimate optic for shooting portraits. Read our in-depth Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM review to find out if it's worth the $1799 / £1500 asking price...

Sony FE 85mm f/1.8

The Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 is a new affordable lens for shooting portraits. Read our in-depth Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 review to find out if it's worth the modest £600 / $600 asking price...

Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD

The new Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD is a short telephoto prime lens for DSLR cameras which boasts several class-leading features. Can it beat its main rivals from Canon, Nikon and Sigma? Find out in our Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD review...

Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8

The Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 is a brand new short telephoto prime lens designed specifically for Sony full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. Read our Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 review to find out if it's worth the £1749 / $1999 asking price...

Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8

The Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 is a brand new moderate prime lens designed specifically for Sony full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. Read our Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 review to find out if it's worth the $1199 / £899 / €1049 asking price...

Zeiss Loxia 85mm f/2.4

The Zeiss Loxia 85mm f/2.4 is a new short telelphoto prime lens designed specifically for Sony full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. Read our in-depth Zeiss Loxia 85mm f/2.4 review to find out if it's worth the $1399 / £1199 / €1399 asking price...

Zeiss Milvus 85mm f/1.4

The Zeiss Milvus 85mm f/1.4 is a brand new short-telephoto prime lens for Canon and Nikon 35mm full-frame DSLR cameras. The manual-focus-only Milvus 85mm offers a fast f/1.4 maximum aperture, 9 aperture blades, and superlative build quality including weatherproofing. Read our Zeiss Milvus 85mm f/1.4 review now...

Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 Planar T*

The Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 Planar T* is a premium short-telephoto prime lens for Canon and Nikon 35mm full-frame DSLR cameras. The manual-focus Otus 85mm offers a fast f/1.4 maximum aperture, 9 aperture blades, and superlative build quality. Read our Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 Planar T* review now...