Lens Details
Canon
RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM
$2,699~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: June 27, 2019
Highlights
- A full-frame 85mm f/1.2 portrait prime for Canon RF — a versatile everyday option.
- The bright f/1.2 aperture delivers a shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, and it is moderately sized at 1195g.
Who it's for
The Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM is an 85mm f/1.2 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.2 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
Keep in mind
- !Heavy at 1195g (2.63 lb) — best balanced on larger bodies or a tripod.
85mm
Focal Length
f/1.2
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
1195g
Weight
82mm
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Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 85mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 13 |
| Optical Groups | 9 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Canon RF |
| Angle of View | 28.5° – 28.5° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Ring USM |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 85 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.12x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $2,699 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 82mm |
| Diameter | 103.2mm |
| Length | 117.3mm |
| Weight | 1195g (2.63 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
