Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG Art

Description

The Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG Art is a premium medium-telephoto prime designed for demanding portrait and video work. Featuring an ultra-bright f/1.2 maximum aperture and a 13-blade rounded diaphragm, it delivers extraordinary subject separation and creamy bokeh even when stopped down. Advanced optical elements thoroughly minimize chromatic aberrations and flare, ensuring edge-to-edge sharpness wide open. Dual High-response Linear Actuator (HLA) autofocus motors provide swift, quiet, and precise focusing with minimal focus breathing. Built with professional handling in mind, it includes a dedicated aperture ring with click/de-click control, customizable AFL buttons, and a dust- and splash-resistant construction.

Pros & cons

• +Pro: Ultra-bright f/1.2 aperture and 13-blade diaphragm produce exceptionally smooth and circular background blur.
• +Pro: Dual HLA linear autofocus motors ensure fast, accurate, and near-silent focusing for stills and video.
• −Con: Does not feature built-in optical image stabilization.