The Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II is the second-generation portrait prime for Sony FE full-frame E-mount, featuring an upgraded optical design and improved linear stepping motor AF. It delivers a bright F1.4 aperture at the classic portrait focal length of 85mm with a 9-blade circular diaphragm. The lens belongs to Samyang's premium AF FE portrait prime series.
Product released: October 1, 2021
Latest firmware version
Version 3, released December 6, 2023
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 06:16 UTC
What's new in version 3
Improved Operational Stability with the Sony α7 V(a7M5)
- Enhanced stability and reliability for AF-S mode and overall lens operation
The Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II is the second-generation portrait prime for Sony FE full-frame E-mount, featuring an upgraded optical design and improved linear stepping motor AF. It delivers a bright F1.4 aperture at the classic portrait focal length of 85mm with a 9-blade circular diaphragm. The lens belongs to Samyang's premium AF FE portrait prime series. It was originally released on October 1, 2021.
What is the latest firmware version of Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II?
The latest firmware version of Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II is 3. It was released on December 6, 2023.
What changed in Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II firmware version 3?
Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE II firmware version 3 includes the following changes: Improved Operational Stability with the Sony α7 V(a7M5)
- Enhanced stability and reliability for AF-S mode and overall lens operation