RF85mm F1.2 L USM
#2 in Portrait Lenses · Rated 4.7
Ultra-bright 85mm portrait prime with premium build
Canon’s RF85mm F1.2 L USM is the ultra-bright portrait prime in Canon’s RF lineup, delivering extraordinary subject isolation and corner-to-corner sharpness even wide open. Featuring Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics to suppress chromatic aberration, Air Sphere Coating to minimize flare, and a robust L-series construct, the lens is designed for professional studios and outdoor shoots where low light and shallow depth of field matter. It is physically large and expensive, signifying Canon’s flagship level of optical engineering for RF mount bodies. The lens integrates with Eye Detect AF on compatible Canon bodies and supports Canon’s Digital Lens Optimizer through the RF mount system. Ideal for fashion, weddings, and editorial work, it differentiates itself via extreme bokeh, color rendition, and build quality.
Features
- Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics (BR) reduces CA
- Air Sphere Coating minimizes flare
- Internal focusing with high-speed USM
- Weather-sealed construction
- 12-pin communication for advanced lens-body integration
Pros
- Supremely creamy background blur at f/1.2
- Excellent sharpness and color rendering
- Stellar build quality
Cons
- Very heavy and costly
- Large footprint for handheld use