I've owned both at different times, still have the 85. Get the 85mm f/1.8G, you won't be disappointed. The 135 is the older screw driven autofocus system and the wide open purple fringing can be off putting. The DC control I didn't notice too much difference in the images truth be told, probably more of a gimmick than anything else. The Nikon 28/50/85 1.8G line are absolute steals for the money. The 135 really needs a refresh.