Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM vs Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro
This is a full comparison between the lenses Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM and Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro.
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Product |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Name | Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM | Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Manufacturer | Sigma | Canon |
SKU | ||
Release Date and Price |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Release Year | 2010 | 2009 |
Release Date | ||
MSRP | 1400 USD | 1049 USD |
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Lens Type |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Lens Type | Telephoto |
Telephoto Macro |
Zoom or Prime | Prime lens (no zoom) | Prime lens (no zoom) |
Mount and Compatibility |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Mount | Canon EFNikon F | Canon EF |
Designed for APS-C sensor | No (Suitable for all sensors) | No (Suitable for all sensors) |
Focus |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Autofocus (AF) | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Autofocus (AF) Motor | Yes | Yes |
Motor Type | No information | No information |
Focus Method | No information | No information |
Closest Focusing Distance | 85 cm | 30 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 8,6 | 1 |
Macro 1:1 | No (No Macro lens) | Yes |
Aperture |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Maximum Aperture | F1,4 | F2,8 |
Diaphragm Blades | No information | No information |
Optics |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Construction | 11 elements / 8 groups | 15 elements / 12 groups |
Special Elements/Coatings | No information | No information |
Focal Length |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Focal Length | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Zoom Range | None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
None (Prime lens) No Zoom available. |
Built-in Teleconverter | No | No |
Teleconverter Multiplier | N/A | N/A |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes
IS |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | N/A | N/A |
Physical |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Weather Sealing | No | Yes |
Diameter | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Length | 87 mm | 123 mm |
Weight | 725 gr | 625 gr |
Other |
Sigma EX 85mm F1.4 DG HSM |
Canon EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro |
Filter Type | Filter Thread | Filter Thread |
Filter Diameter | 77 mm | 67 mm |
Lens Hood | Included | Included |
Lens Hood SKU | LH850-03 | ET-73 |
Tripod Collar | N/A | N/A |
Tripod Collar SKU | N/A | N/A |