Nikon af s 85mm f 1 8g vs sigma 85mm f 1 4 dg hsm art?

Both are 85mm lenses, so both are classic portrait choices. The difference is aperture. The Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art opens a stop wider than the Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.8G, so you get more background blur and more light indoors.

Neither is stabilised. The Sigma also fits Canon EF, Sony E and L-Mount as well as Nikon F, so it's the better pick if you might change systems later. The Nikon only mounts on Nikon F.

My take: if you shoot Nikon full frame and mostly portraits in good light, the Nikon is a sensible, straightforward choice. If you shoot in dim rooms or want the creamiest backgrounds, get the Sigma. For how focal length changes faces, see portraits.

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