RF 85mm F1.2 L USM
- 85mm
- f/1.2
- Prime
- 1195 g
- Min focus 0.85 m
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Quick answer
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)
Verdict
A premium portrait lens in the RF system.
About this lens
Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM: a fast short-telephoto prime lens with a 85mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.2, made for Canon RF mount cameras, from the Canon L series with ultrasonic-motor autofocus. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon RF
- Focal length
- 85mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.2
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2019
- Optical construction
- 13 elements in 9 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- USM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.85 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.12x
- Filter thread
- 82 mm
- Weight
- 1195 g
- Length
- 117.3 mm
- Diameter
- 103.2 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM?
- Portraits
- Weddings
- Fashion
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 85mm | 23.9° | 28.6° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 136mm | 15.1° | 18.1° |
Frequently asked questions
What is the DS version of the RF 85mm F1.2?
A DS version of the lens exists, with a defocus smoothing coating for smoother backgrounds.
Is the Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L full-frame?
Yes, it is designed for full-frame RF cameras and works on APS-C bodies as a 136mm-equivalent lens.
Does the RF 85mm F1.2 L have image stabilization?
No. The lens has no stabilizer, but cameras with in-body stabilization, such as the R5, help to steady it.
Alternatives for Canon RF from other brands
All Canon RF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
