Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art Lens - Sony E

Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art Lens - Sony E

The Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art Lens for Sony E is a premium large-aperture portrait lens designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Combining an exceptionally bright F1.2 maximum aperture with outstanding optical performance, it delivers remarkable sharpness, beautiful background blur and excellent subject separation, making it ideal for professional portrait, wedding and creative photography.

Despite its impressive F1.2 aperture, the lens maintains a relatively compact design, weighing approximately 905g. With advanced optical construction, fast dual HLA autofocus and professional handling features, the Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art offers exceptional image quality without the excessive bulk traditionally associated with ultra-fast portrait lenses.

Exceptional F1.2 Aperture & Beautiful Bokeh

The F1.2 maximum aperture provides outstanding creative control over depth of field, allowing photographers to isolate subjects against beautifully softened backgrounds.

Combined with the flattering perspective of an 85mm focal length, the lens produces striking portraits with impressive depth and natural subject separation. Its wide aperture also offers excellent flexibility when shooting in low light, including indoor events, weddings and evening portraits.

A 13-blade rounded diaphragm maintains smooth, near-circular bokeh even when stopped down, helping create natural-looking highlights and beautifully rendered out-of-focus areas.

Outstanding Optical Performance

Featuring 17 elements in 12 groups, including two Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass elements and three aspherical elements, the Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art is engineered to deliver exceptional resolution from its maximum aperture.

Its advanced optical design minimises chromatic aberration, spherical aberration and sagittal coma flare, ensuring fine details remain sharp while maintaining smooth, natural background rendering.

The lens is also designed to suppress flare and ghosting, helping preserve contrast and clarity when photographing backlit subjects or working in challenging lighting conditions.

Fast & Precise Dual HLA Autofocus

Equipped with Sigma's dual HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) autofocus system, the 85mm F1.2 DG Art delivers fast, accurate and quiet focusing performance.

The dual-motor system provides reliable subject tracking, even when working with the extremely shallow depth of field produced at F1.2. This makes it particularly effective for portrait photography, weddings and moving subjects.

For video creators, the lens also features an optical design that minimises focus breathing, helping maintain a consistent angle of view during focus transitions.

Professional Handling & Compact Construction

Designed for demanding professional use, the Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art combines high-quality materials with a carefully optimised optical and mechanical construction.

Weighing approximately 905g, it offers impressive portability for a full-frame 85mm F1.2 autofocus lens, making it practical for extended portrait sessions and location photography.

An aperture ring with click and lock switches provides intuitive exposure control, while two customisable AFL buttons offer convenient access to supported camera functions.

The lens also features a dust- and splash-resistant construction, alongside a water- and oil-repellent coating on the front element for additional protection when shooting outdoors.

Key Features & Specifications

• Lens Mount: Sony E

• Format: Full-Frame

• Focal Length: 85mm

• Maximum Aperture: F1.2

• Minimum Aperture: F16

• Optical Construction: 17 elements in 12 groups

• Special Elements: 2 SLD and 3 aspherical elements

• Autofocus: Dual HLA (High-response Linear Actuator)

• Angle of View: 28.6°

• Minimum Focusing Distance: 84cm

• Maximum Magnification: 1:8.9

• Diaphragm: 13 rounded blades

• Filter Diameter: 82mm

• Dimensions: 87.2 x 121.7mm

• Weight: Approx. 905g

• Aperture Ring: Yes, with click and lock switches

• AFL Buttons: 2 customisable buttons

• Focus Breathing: Optically minimised

• Weather Protection: Dust- and splash-resistant construction

• Front Element: Water- and oil-repellent coating

• Product Line: Sigma Art

• Edition Number: A026

• EAN: 0085126323653

What's in the Box

• Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art Lens – Sony E

• Lens Hood (LH878-08)

• Front Lens Cap (LCF-82 IV)

• Rear Lens Cap (LCR III)

• Protective Lens Pouch