Is the sigma 85mm f 1 2 dg art worth it?

Worth it if you shoot people in dim light and want the softest backgrounds you can get. The Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG Art is Sigma's flagship portrait prime. It has autofocus, no stabilisation, and it's made for full frame. It mounts on Sony E and L-Mount, so check the lens page to confirm your body is listed.

On full frame, 85mm is the classic portrait length. The portraits guide points to an 85mm f/1.8 as the workhorse for most people. The f/1.2 buys you more light and a creamier background, and that matters most when you're shooting wide open indoors or at dusk. If you mostly shoot in daylight or are on a budget, I'd start with the cheaper 85mm or the 50mm on the same page. The sensor sizes page covers when full frame is worth the extra cost.

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