5 Nikon 85mm Portrait Lenses: $300 to $2,200 (Review)

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We review 5 portrait lenses: Nikon 85mm f/1.4 (sdp.io/rentn85), Nikon 105mm f/1.4 (sdp.io/rentn105), Sigma 85mm f1.4 (sdp.io/rents85), Zeiss Milvus f/1.4 (sdp.io/rentz85) & Rokinon 85mm f/1.4.

[@VincentSmith1776]

Explain how a 105 just won a video titled "85"???

[@gordonjohnston684]

$1000 more expensive 2! Compared to the Sigma.

[@julioestebanperezescudero6246]

A very unfair test. Beside the Sigma is better in all departments except bokeh where the Zeiss is smother.

[@giorgiacanali5457]

they used only extra expensive lenses!

[@benjaminjacob6716]

we need to stop watching these jokers

[@andrewtongue7084]

Because these two clowns are clearly innumerate, Vincent.

[@marinakyriacou6525]

Very helpful comparisson. I use the Nikon 85mm 1.8G It was so much cheaper than the 1.4 and i'm really pleased with the result.

[@andrewtongue7084]

The F 1.8 is also a better lens, Marina....

[@CharlesLi1]

Awe no Nikon 85mm 1.8g mentioned. I get that it was outclassed for your purposes but that glass is amazing bang for your buck. My favorite Nikon lens

[@ekredel]

Charles Li i am currently looking into buying the 85 1.8g...you would definitely recommend it then? any downsides?

[@MichaelLaing71]

The 85mm f/1.8G is a very good lens for the price. The main thing it has going for it is its sharpness but it just can't keep up with most of the other lenses, particularly the Milvus, Sigma and Nikkor 105mm but they are a lot more money. It is also worth mentioning the older Sigma 85mm f/1.4 ex dg hsm is a great lens, which can be bought second hand for around the same price as the Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G and when that lens was tested again the 85mm Milvus the reviewer found the 2 lenses to be very similar: www.thephoblographer.com/2015/09/19/lens-comparison-sigma-85mm-f1-4-ex-dg-hsm-vs-zeiss-85mm-f1-4-milvus/

[@CharlesLi1]

Always depends on your needs of course... Some people prefer it over the Nikon 85 1.4 for sharpness and focus speed not even just price. I guess the downside is the obvious it's not f 1.4. Definitely not as dreamy bokeh. It doesn't focus very close but that might be true of 85mm's in general. I as well have heard good things about the old Sigma 85 1.4 but it won't focus as quickly as the Nikon and a main priority for me.

[@MichaelLaing71]

Personally, I have never a big fan of the Nikkor 85mm f/1.4G, which is why I got the Milvus originally. It just feels a little bit 'mah'. It is sharp enough for most things but I hate the contrast which feels a bit anaemic.

[@picturef8]

Kresimir Delac I have a 85mm 1.8g , its the third copy . Very unreliable AF under f2. All three copies did this . I have a Nikon d810.All so cromatic abbreviation is in some cases not fixable it's that bad I now have the Sigma Art 85mm , it's amazing but only after you af fine tune it with usb dock and Focal collaboration tool. It renders beautiful , I would have kept the Nikon 1.8g was it not for that awefull af

[@chainedwanderer]

Nice video, it would have been great to see either the Nikkor 105 f2 DC or the135 F2 DC as well. Those are considered some of Nikon's top portrait lenses, they are a little old but the pros swear by them, seeing how they stack up against more modern glass would have been great. Keep up the good work.

[@johndoherty6448]

Honestly T & C, music is NOT required, your voices are smooth enough !!

[@julianmorgan5994]

I picked up the Nikon 105. It's insane. Instant incredible, meaningful artistic photos. 105 is the perfect focal length for portraits on a full frame camera. It's really sharp and bokeh is almost perfect. Using it on my Z6II with ftzii adapter. It's a dream!

[@mihailotancev3284]

I'm planing to get 105mm 1.4 for my Z6 ii some day. But I already have 85mm 1.8s, and it's great. How is the focusing 105mm 1.4 with ftz adapter on z6 ii?

[@jacobl6572]

I have a hard time going much under f2 since the so little detail is in focus for close ups. I'll keep my f1.8 Nikon D at around $300 these days.

[@reoflex]

Why no test of the Tamron SP 85mm F/1.8 Di VC USD?

[@one4allall4one91]

I am a hobbyist. There is no way I am going to pay into the thousands. I always look into the older generation lenses and the nikon 85mm 1.4d is mind blowing on its on. I also tried the budget rokinon and samyang and are outstanding. They give a warm tone to the pictures. The only downfall is they are manual lenses. Too much time wasted trying to focus.

[@simon_patterson]

Nice comparison! Based on that, and if money was no object, I'd get the Nikon 105 also. However, given that money is an object, I'd get the Rokinon... 😀

[@PhotoBob]

Simon Patterson story of my life as a photographer. 😂

[@simon_patterson]

Bob Barnett ha, I bet you and I aren't the only ones! 😉

[@jaimeduncan6167]

For that price, jokes aside the Nikon 85mm f1.8G.

[@caielm.195]

I’ve been studying for months what makes a Zeiss lens have that “pop”. I have asked on every forum, everywhere, even Zeiss themselves. The way each glass is made, the purity in its crystal like state, being formed so pure in its clarity. Then it hit me......... Whenever you import each image you take with the Zeiss, it actually imports a picture style that tells the software to bump up that amazing clarity slider. So now you know the secret, use the clarity slider on all your lenses!

[@rambofpv4402]

The rokinon 85 1.4 is a quality lens for the money... it’s miles cheaper than these ridiculously priced lenses and does a great job. I use it with a d800 and love the results. Any issues with a little chromatic abboration are easily fixed in post. Though the flaring is apparent when shooting to light, but please don’t me mean about it

[@noelo2k9]

I totally agree with you. All these other lenses are 4 to 6 times more expensive than the Rokinon and they better be damn sharper at that price. 4 to 6 times better quality, that will be hard to quantify. The Rokinon performs very well for a budget lens and are a great value for the money. I use a 16mm f/3.5 in my D7100 and 7.5mm f/3.5 and 12mm f/2 in my E-M5 Mk II. All perform very well and any small flaws are easily fixable. $1800 will buy me some excellent used glass for both of my cameras.That said, if had the money to throw away I guess I will get them.

[@rambofpv4402]

Indeed!

[@davidnorton7498]

I got an 85mm Nikkor f1.8 and have regretted selling my Samyang/Rokinon ever since as it produced much better pictures

[@rambofpv4402]

They don’t even consider it as a worthy lens on this but for the money you can’t beat the Samyang 👍

[@BenjaminFreddie]

I agree! The rokinon 85 1.4 is one of the best deals for the money of any lens I’ve used to be honest. For portraits it’s really great. I’ve even used it for my KZbin videos a few times for product shots. It’s just so much lens for how little it costs. Love it

[@Narsuitus]

Thanks for the video. For decades, I used the Nikkor 85mm f/1.8 lens in a 35/85/180mm kit. In 2016, I replaced the f/1.8 with the Nikkor 85mm f/1.4 D AF for less than $800. One 85mm f/1.4 feature that I really like is the 77mm filter size because it is the same filter size as my other two favorite portrait lenses -- the 150mm f/4 soft focus and the 180mm f/4.5 that I use on my Mamiya RB67 medium format SLR.

[@totoroutes5389]

Why no field test of the Zeiss Planar 85mm 1.4?

[@SabotPottery]

I bought the Zeiss Milvus 85 about 6 months back and couldn't be more happy. You are quite right about it's focus being almost like a razor-blade sharp but I guess that's what the aperture adjustment is for and once you get use to that it's one of my favourite lenses. I'm now looking towards the Milvus 135mm f/2 lens to complete the range I need. Keep up the great work, really enjoy your channel. Cheers from Paul in Salisbury East, South Australia.

[@dallasthomas5489]

The 135/2 is a brilliant lens I love it, I don't own the 85 yet

[@failandia]

i must say i really like this new kind of video you put lately

[@MestreMur]

This Milvus 85mm f/.1.4 (NIKON - MOUNT) with Sony A99II and Sony mirrorless is amazing... So easy to focus with Sony!

[@razbiton173]

i have Z6, and never manual focused before- do you recommend it?

[@ludvigyttergren4928]

Liked this shorter kind of more simple test but still direct and not over anyones head. Keep em coming, for example macro lenses!

[@MCBCest]

You need the Zeiss Otus 85

[@GUERRO06]

Great job guy's!! Just got my 105 three weeks ago and LOVE IT!!! Mated with my new d850...

[@eyaltab]

I have the tamron 85 1.8 vc on the d750 and its very sharp I love it

[@MostakAhmed]

me too, I have this lens too No bad

[@emtriplet]

Fun Review! I really enjoy the comfortable approach of this video, keep it up!!

[@OkwyUgonweze]

Nikon 105e 1.4 is the only reason am still shooting Nikon. It's a stunning lens.

[@reoflex]

I bought the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 and found it impossible to get a sharp photo while hand held, even at 1/5000, must be defective? I sent it back. Now, if you think the Sigma 105mm f/1.4 is sharp... Check out the Sigma 135mm f/1.8. So sharp I can hardly believe it. Eye slicingly sharp. Can't understand how Sigma was able to accomplish this. I own both and they're heavy, but well worth it. But as to sharpness, the 105 is a 9 out of 10, the 135 is a 10. Astonishing!

[@AndreasLudwigPhD]

I love your reviews and tutorials! Enjoyed the review even though I am shooting Canon (with a 85f1.2 and 50f1.8 for portrait). I love the new setup that is less techy oriented and lively. Just the music is a little loud at the beginning. Keep up the good work!

[@nicodimus2222]

No 105mm f2 DC? I'll take that over any of the ones in the video. It's incredible for portraits.

[@MichaelLaing71]

It is a very good lens and the only lens in the test that equals it in build quality is the Zeiss 85mm Milvus. The Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E is optically exceptionally good (nearly as good as the Milvus), When I bought the 105mm f/1.4E, I compared it to the 105mm f2 DC and it is more practical and in many ways optically better. The only real negatives I have about the Nikkor 105 f/1.4E, is its build quality, which like most modern Nikons just feels a little bit cheap compared to older Nikkor lenses and the fact that it doesn't have a silent wave motor.

[@muffemod]

105mm f2 DC is awesome

[@iyzyz]

nicodimus2222 horrible chromatic aberration

[@Jacob_Roberts]

I know that this is not directly related to this video, but a Harvard professor just developed a new single element lens. It handles problems with chromatic aberrations. If you're interested in reading the article, just google "Harvard-Produced Metalens is 'Next Big Step' in Optics, Virtual Reality."

[@simon_patterson]

Jacob Roberts isn't "magnifying glass" the common term for "single element lens"?!

[@Jacob_Roberts]

Not in this case. Single element lenses in a camera can suffer from chromatic aberrations. The brain compensates for chromatic aberrations in eye glasses and magnifying glasses, but cameras can't compensate for that. This type of lens prevents chromatic aberrations in cameras, which is why this is new technology. You might want to google the article mentioned above.

[@simon_patterson]

Yeah, I see that "particle" would be a more apt description for it right now! The only pictures I could find of one were shot through a microscope. :-) Amazing tech nonetheless - what they have achieved is no mean feat. It would be great to have one that was large enough to suit camera optics, whilst remaining economically feasible. Rokinon feasible rather than Zeiss feasible would be even better... ;-)

[@AllorNone23]

I've struggled with my Sigma 50m Art on the d810 to the point I don't hardly use it anymore. Especially on portrait shoots. Just can't trust it. Focus accuracy issues big time. Sounds as though this may be common after hearing what you've said about the 85 art and focusing reliability. Helpful video as usual. Thanks.

[@HaouasLeDocteur]

I can vouch for that Milvus. The pictures it produces are alien. Perhaps the CA is a bit more pronounced but then if you really hate that, you can always go crazy with the Otus equivalent. The manual focus is definitely something to get used to but it was worth every dollar imo.

[@razbiton173]

Should I get one for casual use and travel etc? Im not proffecional and never used mf lens before, idl i just love that lens from what i see

[@JV-ej1qh]

I used lenrentals to try out the Nikon 200-500 on my D500. Great service they offer.

[@Sbayo9]

lol

[@top_tech.500k]

Great review 👍 Did you try the Sigma 105mm 1.4??

[@zguy95135]

I never bought into the super expensive lens hype, but I got myself a Zeiss and wow they really are beautiful. Very rich colors and contrast. The bad thing about having a Zeiss (and any Leica lens) is that you'll have to hear their fans babble on incessantly about "micro contrast and 3D rendering!!!"

[@smartyarts]

It's called bokeh fringing or the correct term is longitudinal chromatic aberration, chromatic aberration only happens at the borders of the lens, just to make it clear. I wonder why you haven't inlcuded the Nikon 85 1.8G and the Tamron 1.8 VC SP in your shootout...

[@chocloditelensman]

Since my life revolves around these reviews....I opted for the Nikon 1.4G for the speed and warmth it has. For portraits, any real photographer knows that you want sharp but NOT SHARP.

[@885wc]

I'd rather buy than rent, you still come out top in terms of per day rental to yourself. Especially if you use the lens between a 7 and 30 days a year. I'm not sure if the Sigma 105 was out when you did this video, but a comparison between the Nikkor, Sigma 105 s and the Sigma 135 would be more helpful to many viewers

[@m.sifflet9443]

Hello to you both, you are doing a good job and that's why I would appreciate having your honest opinion on the AF-S 24-120mm f / 4G ED VR. I know you are not fans of the "lens kit", but because it comes with the purchase of my new D750 and the price of the kit is very interesting, I am tempted. My goal is to do short-term portrait and wedding and while waiting to go to 105 1.4, I just want to make sure that I'm not mistaken. Thank you!

[@alfy1269]

I'm not a 'Nikon Guy', but enjoyed this comparison. Have you noticed how sharp you two are in the clip!!!! Woa!!! looks great what ever you recorded this with.

[@princesphotographystudio]

Yup, I have the Nikon 105 and its awesome!

[@picturef8]

the sigma ART is spot on if you AF fine tune it with usb dock, this is the problem with rentals, you cant get the most out of the lens on your own camera body.

[@hemidesign]

I'm getting right now the Canon 85mm 1.4 IS.. looks like a great lens for portraits

[@reoflex]

You chose the 105mm lens in a comparison of 85mm lenses???????????? What's next? Choosing 100-400mm in a 50mm lens comparison? I'm baffled. Usually you guys are sober when you make these types of tests. Not this time. LOL

[@ramanarts8440]

Haha.. u are right .

[@KanonMadness]

Hahaha 🤣

[@swestphilly]

Isn't the 105mm 1.4 a portrait lense?

[@Zivereer]

In reality 99% of Nikon photographers in the market for a dedicated portrait lens will compute the 105mm f/1.4 in their purchasing decision, as the focal length difference is small and the range of applications is very similar. This is not the same as adding a 50/58mm or a 135mm to the mix. I am therefore glad the Northups added this one to the mix as I am in this buying process right now, and kind of see the 105 as potentially replacing both the 85 and 135 options. Not sure yet, but this review helps my thinking.

[@kalali462]

@@Zivereer, amen.

[@nekroteria8839]

Thank you for your comparison! Got that Sigma Art, reasoned by focal length, autofocus and sharpness! Don't regret anything at all

[@leonelpadron5626]

Everyone is saying the AF is not the best. Can you confirm that? I'm looking for a prime lens for portraits

[@enricomarconi1767]

Hey guys, quick but fun to watch review. Lots of people care about bokeh, (among photographers at least!). You forgot to mention the Zeiss Otus 85 f/1.4 - if you try one it's like going to Venice Italy. Hard to forget...

[@SceneArtisan]

The bottom line = cost. Nothing else matters as much.

[@romiemiller3093]

I don't particularly like bokeh. I use enough background to set a sense of place and time, although it's often somewhat out of focus. Bokeh is easy to add in post.

[@jamesskintauy6773]

I really like the comparison and all these are F1.4 lenses. I just went through the same comparison minus the Zeiss, but plus the Tamron 85 1.8 and Sigma 135mm. I ended up with the Tamron. It basically tied the Sigma for sharpness (better in the corners at F1.8) but the image stabilization was killer. I didn't feel I needed F1.4 given the stabilization. The irony is my budget was higher but I ended purchasing the least expensive of these lenses. The best of them I felt was the Nikon 105 and Sigma 135. I will likely pick up one of these two (probably the 135, love the extra length and I felt it was slightly sharper than the 85's)

[@darksquirel]

Why not include the 85mm f1.8 from nikon to be another budget friendly option like the rokinon, I'm curious how they match up against each other

[@JohnLemieux]

I'm not sure that correcting CA takes "a bunch of extra post processing," it's a few extra clicks and you can do it as a batch.

[@chuckmac3994]

Good to see you're reviewing stuff we can all afford to buy - Cheers.

[@robertcudlipp3426]

Value for money remains a very important factor for most people. Sigma would be my choice, next to the excellently reviewed Nikon 84 1.8, how many times do you see reviews where fast 1.4 lenses have to be adjust4ed to f/4 etc for optimal performance.

[@ВикторШишков]

Great video! Sincerely thanks for this! Can you make more such comparisons of lenses for different types of photography - landscape, astro, etc?

[@briguymeister]

Thank you for this awesome video. I'm looking to rent an 85mm soon for my D3300 and this video was very informative. Keep up the awesome work

[@doctorlovera]

Nice video. The black screen at the end is a great oportunity to think if we really need that bokeh so dont worry. I missed the new tamron 85mm. I´m starting to put aside some cash (750USD) for it and your opinion on that lens is always welcome.

[@johandenhertog6878]

That are great 85mm lenses use it. But go every time to the Cream Machine. Use that lens 1996 and never let me down. The lens is a great combo on my Nikon F5 and on my Nikon D4. But the 85mm lens is not the lens for portraits. It’s great but use the Nikon AF DC 105mm f/2D the most. 105mm is for me the best distance for portraits. And use the big brother the Nikon AF DC 135mm f/2D. Not so much as the 105mm and the 85mm. I like heavy Film SLR and DSLR with metal tank lenses all day long.

[@sadenb]

What does Sigma put in their lenses ? They are gargantuan

[@understandingfactor]

Love my Sigma 85mm 1.4 art

[@MostakAhmed]

Thanks for awesome review....new 85mm F1.8 ultimate battles video , keep shooting

[@peteypaul7877]

Tony you lucky dog... chelsea is just.....wowsers

[@johnsummerfield8600]

Why didn't you do it for Canon at the same time? So often I see reviews of third party lenses against Nikon or Canon, but those comparisons aren't valid for those using the other brand. Personally, I'm not sure that third party lenses would rank in the same order on a different brand camera. No Tamron 1.8? For many non snob viewers it would be an alternative, VC is a huge plus, particularly with high resolution cameras.

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

informative. thanks for the effort and the sharing. thumbs up.

[@samihafez98]

Thanks for the work and effort you put into this video. Really helpful

[@MyBinaryLife]

Dxomark says that sigma 85 art is one of the sharpest , best transmitting 85s on the market. That’s the one I want for my canon 6d

[@mikeikeda1208]

You blew it by not including the Nikon 85 1.8. Some people prefer it to the 1.4 and it's much smaller, lighter and cheaper. You could have left out the 105 or Rokinon.

[@jwalkproduction2375]

This video was super polished! Sheesh!

[@AbhijeetBodas]

More to see such lens comparision Great job tony and chelsea

[@kennethwilliamsinc]

Great review guys! Sigma is really killing it with the prime glass. Nice crib!

[@kennethwilliamsinc]

Foto4Max My 50 and 85 art work superb needing no af adjustments on my 1dx2. I guess I got lucky with my copies 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@freddieslaughter1107]

Why didn't you try the Nikon AF 85 F1.4 D?

[@seanimal3]

The pop of the ziess is micro contrast which they do extremely well

[@Neopulse00]

Loved the review. Thank you for pointing out the “flare blobs.” I thought it was my fault or a really bad copy.

[@det4ever94]

I wish they would had compared the Nikon 85mm 1.8g in the mix. Most Nikon shooter have that one in their bag.

[@mcoffroadinaz4075]

Sigma has the ability to be fine tuned with the docking system. I've found the focus quality can be greatly improved.

[@alainjperez]

Rokinon makes a very decent glass for the price they charge. I like them a lot and use them very often. Sure, you can be the type of person that wants everything perfect, and you can pay for it, 1600 or more for a single glass. Or you can be conscious about your purchase and save 1400 if you go for the budget friendly glass. Most photographers and their customer wouldn't even notice the difference.

[@br2v]

Nice review, well done, for the very few astrophotographers the Sigma will deliver the best shot concerning coma and astigmatism control.

[@Tap-a-roo]

What most reviews forget is that when it comes to sharpness... it’s about hitting the focus point. Sigma and Zeiss just don’t hit the mark.

[@SyedNizamudeen]

Sigma Art Lenses usually back/front focuses out of the box. I've got 2 Art Lenses for Canon APS-C and once it's calibrated with the Sigma USB dock, AF accuracy gets fairly better and I think it's pretty sufficient for portraits as there's ain't going to be enough action as the sports or the wildlife do. For portraits and landscapes, I think Sigma punches its way above the first party lenses for its price. For sports and action, I'd be against Sigma.

[@DennisBloodnokPhotographyVideo]

Very interesting video. I think that this shows that quality increments get smaller as you move up the price range. I think that most people would be able to easily see the difference between a $100 lens against a $200 lens. But if you went from a $1000 lens to a $2000-$3000 lens, the differences would be less noticeable. Personally I do shoot a lot of portrait / fashion / glamour images. I have a Nikon 85mm F1.8 which I am very happy with. I mainly shoot from F2.0 to F2.8. I get great results with this set-up and at around £400 here in the UK, this is an affordable lens. This is roughly a quarter of the UK price of the lenses that you review here. Although the lenses that you have reviewed here are great lenses. Whether they would produce images four times better than mine, I am not sure......

[@TheOPman]

"Footbally" bokeh balls could pass as a poor mans anamorphic appearance i guess.. lol Great video as always Tony and Chelsea

[@ExDeadman]

No canon ?

[@ME2K23]

Not a proper test without Tamron...yet you've included Rokinon...

[@SilverLarry]

When I first purchased the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 Art a couple years ago, I was disappointed how often it would miss focus with my D850. But since two firmware updates, one for the lens and one for the camera, and after calibrating the lens with the dock, I nail focus every time. No one talks about this. All anyone knows about the AF on this lens is from old reviews. Someone should do an updated review.

[@alexabadi7458]

Nice dots shirt, must be helpful for perfect focusing !

[@timwynn6079]

I have a Zeiss lens, it’s so sharp it makes my eyes bleed.

[@gilgemash]

You lucky old thing...😷

[@smartyarts]

Not to be picky, but it's longitudinal chromatic aberration or also known as color fringing in green behind the focus plane and magenta in front of the focus plane. This cannot be easily fixed in post by a simple button click like the normal chromatic aberration, which is more pronounced at the border of the frame. Longitudinal CA's need an elaborate manual fix in post which is time consuming. If you use lenses with heavy LoCA's on DX sensors this will even become an even bigger optical flaw as the pixel density of the sensor will enlarge it.

[@DannerPlace]

Nice job integrating Lens Rentals. Like a pro...

[@mcconkeyb]

I have found that the majority of the time (99%) 'pop' in a lens is due to better contrast. Which is one of the hardest things to measure accurately.

[@clarencenewby716]

What about Tamron?

[@NOFKL]

If you include the nikon 105mm 1.4E than you could have also included the sigma 135mm 1.8, the difference to the sigma 85mm 1.4 and the nikons would be really interesting! I own the sigma 135mm and the nikon 85mm and 105mm, but only had the time to do a comparison to the nikon 85mm and found the same as you did!

[@MarkusPalmHD]

Nice video as always. Would love to see a video with strict budget-lenses (perhaps a comparison). Is this anything you plan to do?

[@eurobum2012]

What causes flare? How do manufacturers alleviate it?

[@tompitta3283]

I wish you had the nikon 85 1.8

[@redumbrella4218]

Thank you! Great Job. I wonder what lights did you use on you? It looks great too. Best

[@teslaliveus860]

The Zeiss 85mm f1.4 planar is a better buy and superior to the newer Milvus lens.

[@DarrenD777]

Wouldn't a light source without any diffusion on the front of it create more "solar flare"? Am I wrong? I'm sure you probably didn't think about it since you *always* put a white diffusing cover over the light source (a good habit to have, unless testing equipment?). I like your review guys! Thanks!

[@LampeProductions_nl]

What about the other apertures? I love the reviews you guys make but your always shoot wide open. I love my portraits mostly at F4

[@lescobrandon3047]

Dennis Lampe - Exactly! My Nikkor 85mm 1.4D never goes wider than f/4.

[@lhd7105]

Dani Diamond seems to swear by AF-S 85mm f/1.4G, maybe you'll convince him to ditch it for the 105mm f/1.4E

[@TeKnoVKNG23]

Most of these lenses would cost more than all of my gear put together, lol. The Rokinon 1.4 works really well for a fraction of the price. If I'm going to even think about spending $1000+ for a lens it's going to be a more versatile lens than an 85mm.

[@solo_wanderer5245]

Which camera is best for beginner Nikon d5300 or Nikon d3400...?

[@JiiV3e]

Nikon should redesign all the standard prime lenses: 35, 50 and 85mm.

[@Shadowdncer]

If you want to see some *really* bad CA, I can recommend the fabled Nikon 135/2 DC. I'd honestly call that one useless unless you're shooting for black&white.

[@georgeyoung2990]

What lens do you use for street photography?