The Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM II is a premium, flagship portrait prime lens designed for full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. As a second-generation upgrade to the legendary original 85mm G Master, it maintains the acclaimed, creamy bokeh while introducing massive improvements in autofocus speed, edge-to-edge resolution, and overall ergonomics.
Key Improvements Over Mark I
Size & Weight: It is roughly 20% lighter (642g vs 820g) and 13% smaller in diameter than its predecessor, making it significantly more agile and better balanced on modern Alpha bodies
Autofocus Speed: Driven by dual XD Linear Motors, it delivers up to 7x faster AF tracking and 3x faster overall autofocus. It fully supports high-speed continuous shooting and tracking on bodies like the Sony α1.
Optical Clarity: Features advanced XA (extreme aspherical) and ED elements paired with Nano AR Coating II to maximize resolution right out to the edges while eliminating color fringing and ghosting.
Physical Controls: Adds a physical Iris Lock switch and a second customizable focus hold button (for easier vertical shooting orientation) alongside the de-clickable aperture ring.
Video Enhancements: Focus breathing is optically suppressed, and it supports the linear-response manual focus needed for precise video tracking