29/05/2026 1:30 am
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Ive been shooting Canon for like 10 years and usually stick to the old L-series primes but my 85mm just died right before a big engagement shoot in Chicago this Saturday and I need a replacement fast. Ive heard the Sigma Art line is sharper than the native EF stuff but I cant decide between the 85mm 1.4 or maybe the 105mm? The 105 seems huge but people rave about the bokeh. I only have about $900 to spend and need to buy it today so it ships in time. Is the autofocus fast enough for moving subjects or should I just stick with what I know? Which one is actually the king for portraits on a 5D Mark IV...
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29/05/2026 1:31 am
Seriously, grab the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art for Canon EF! Its way more practical than the Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art for Canon EF and fits your $900 budget perfectly. I love how sharp it is even wide open at 1.4... amazing for real-world shoots. Its the perfect king for a 5D Mark IV without breaking your wrist during a long day. Definitely go for it!
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29/05/2026 1:55 am
tbh if youre worried about the size of the 105 but still want that wow factor, the Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art for Canon EF is the one to get. i've been using this lens for a few years and i'm super happy with how it performs on my 5D Mark IV. it’s heavy but way more manageable than the 105mm for a long shoot like an engagement session. here are a few reasons i think it’s a solid choice:
- the autofocus is incredibly fast for a prime this long. i've had no issues tracking subjects as they walk toward the camera.
- it’s arguably the sharpest lens in the whole Art lineup. i’m always satisfied with the contrast and colors right out of the box.
- it gives you that beautiful compression that really makes the subject pop from the background. one big tip for staying safe tho... definitely grab the Sigma USB Dock for Canon EF. since you're on a DSLR, you might need to do some micro-adjustments to make sure the AF is perfect at different distances. it's a bit of a pain to set up initially, but once it's dialed in, it's rock solid and you wont have to worry about missing focus during your Chicago shoot. honestly, for $900 it's a steal for that level of quality. hope the shoot goes well!
