Canon New FD 24mm f/1.4L vs Canon New FD 85mm f/1.2L
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Canon
New FD 24mm f/1.4L
Canon
New FD 85mm f/1.2L
Verdict at a glance
- Canon New FD 85mm f/1.2L is faster by 0.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.4), letting in more light.
- Canon New FD 24mm f/1.4L is lighter by 250g.
- Canon New FD 24mm f/1.4L goes wider (24mm vs 85mm).
- Canon New FD 85mm f/1.2L reaches further (85mm vs 24mm).
- Canon New FD 85mm f/1.2L is the newer design (1980 vs 1979).
| Spec | New FD 24mm f/1.4L | New FD 85mm f/1.2L |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Mount | Canon FD | Canon FD |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 24mm (wider) | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 (faster) |
| Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 8 | 6 |
| Af motor | none | none |
| Elements | 10 | 8 |
| Weight g | 430 (lighter) | 680 |
| Filter mm | 72 | 72 |
| Length mm | 68.0 | 71.0 |
| Diameter mm | 76.5 | 80.8 |
| Min focus m | 0.3 (closer focusing) | 0.9 |
| Max magnification | 0.12 | 0.12 |
Canon New FD 24mm f/1.4L
Canon New FD 24mm f/1.4L: a fast manual-focus wide-angle prime lens with a 24mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.4, made for Canon FD mount cameras, from the Canon L series. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Canon New FD 85mm f/1.2L
A 85mm f/1.2 fast manual-focus short-telephoto prime lens, the Canon New FD 85mm f/1.2L is designed for Canon FD mount bodies, from the Canon L series. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.