Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM vs Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM is faster by 0.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.4), letting in more light.
- Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM is lighter by 615g.
- Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM goes wider (50mm vs 85mm).
- Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM reaches further (85mm vs 50mm).
- Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM is the newer design (2024 vs 2019).
| Spec | RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM | RF 85mm F1.2 L USM |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 50mm (wider) | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 (faster) |
| Released | 2024 | 2019 |
| Blades | 11 | 9 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 9 |
| Af motor | VCM | USM |
| Elements | 14 | 13 |
| Weight g | 580.0 (lighter) | 1195.0 |
| Filter mm | 67 | 82 |
| Length mm | 99.3 | 117.3 |
| Diameter mm | 76.5 | 103.2 |
| Min focus m | 0.4 (closer focusing) | 0.85 |
| Max magnification | 0.15 | 0.12 |
Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM
The RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM is a fast standard prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a voice coil motor and L-series build. Smaller than the RF 50mm F1.2.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- VCM focusing
- L-series build
- Lighter than the F1.2 (580 g)
Cons
- No lens-based stabilization
- Less bright than f/1.2
Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM
A large-aperture portrait lens for Canon RF full-frame cameras with very shallow depth of field and weather sealing.
Pros
- f/1.2 aperture
- Weather-sealed L build
- Sharp
- Smooth background
Cons
- Heavy (1.2 kg)
- No IS
- Limited close focus (0.85 m)