Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II vs Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4
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 | Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II | Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 85mm | 56mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 (56mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II (85mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II price on Amazon →
Check the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II and the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4?
The Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II is 85mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame; the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 is 56mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II and Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 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). Note the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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