Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II vs Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8
Both are Sony E mount primes for portrait and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II | Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 85mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
Where to buy
Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE IISee price on Amazon
Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II and the Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8?
The Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II is 85mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame; the Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 is 85mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II or the Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8?
The Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II and Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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