Sigma has officially launched the 85mm F1.2 DG Art, a full‑frame portrait prime lens priced at $1,599 USD. This release completes Sigma’s F1.2 trio of wide‑angle, standard, and medium‑telephoto primes, offering uncompromising resolution, exceptional bokeh, and professional‑grade build quality.
With this addition, Sigma now offers a full set of super-fast primes for portrait, street, and creative photography. For more Sigma Art lenses, see Amazon Art lens listings or B&H Photo Art lenses.
Optical Performance
- Brightest‑ever Sigma aperture: F1.2
- 13‑blade diaphragm for smooth, circular bokeh
- Two SLD and anomalous dispersion elements suppress chromatic aberration
- Aspherical elements correct spherical aberration and sagittal coma flare
- High resolving power from maximum aperture
Mobility and Autofocus
At just 905g, the Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art is the smallest and lightest in its class. The dual HLA (High‑response Linear Actuator) autofocus system delivers fast, quiet, and precise performance for both stills and video, even at shallow depth of field. The lens also minimizes focus breathing, making it suitable for cinematic work.
Professional Features
- Aperture ring with lock switch and click control
- Customizable AFL buttons
- Dust‑ and splash‑resistant structure with water‑repellent coating
- High‑strength TSC construction for durability
Completing the F1.2 Trio
The 85mm joins the Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art and Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art, rounding out the F1.2 lineup. Together, these lenses provide wide‑angle, standard, and portrait focal lengths with unmatched optical performance and mobility. For more, see our Sigma 85mm F1.2 coverage.
Price and Availability
- Retail price: $1,599 USD
- Availability: October 6, 2026
- Mounts: L‑Mount, Sony E‑mount
Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art at B&H Photo,
Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art on Amazon,
Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art at B&H Photo,
Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG II Art on Amazon,
Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art at B&H Photo,
Sigma 50mm F1.2 DG DN Art on Amazon,
Sigma Art lenses at B&H Photo,
Sigma Art lenses on Amazon.
Closing Thoughts
The Sigma 85mm F1.2 DG Art is a landmark release, combining flagship optical performance, professional features, and portability. At $1,599, it offers portrait photographers and videographers a premium tool that completes Sigma’s F1.2 prime lens trio.
For background, see our Sigma lens archive, lens category section, and our development coverage.
