Wide-aperture 85mm lenses are the classic choice for portrait photography, but, of course, they are not the only focal length you can use. 135mm lenses have long been a popular alternative choice, and several companies make impressive options. This great video review compares the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM, Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE, and Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art lenses.
Coming to you from Julia Trotti, this excellent video review compares the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM, Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE, and Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art lenses. I have always loved 135mm lenses; the classic Canon EF 135mm f/2L was my first premium lens, and I loved it so much that when I made the mistake of selling it, I almost immediately bought another copy just after. A 135mm lens takes a bit more working distance, so if you are working in a studio, be sure you have enough room to use it. If your space is big enough or you work outside, though, they can be a great option, and as you can see in the video, there are some impressive choices. Check out the video above for Trotti's full thoughts on the lens.
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Agreed. On both accounts. Although pixel peeping is possible on a tiny monitor (~27"). I'd go for the one with best consistency, although I love saving a few dollars, I'd rather have the lens or hardware with the best accuracy I can afford.