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Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM Camera Lens

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  • Focal length: 85mm
  • Aperture range: f/1.4
  • Canon EF-mount lens
  • Full-Frame format
  • Image stabilization
  • GMo aspherical lens with air sphere coating technology
  • Dust and water resistant
  • 33.5-inch minimum focusing distance
  • 14 elements in 10 groups
  • 9 blade circular aperture

Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM Camera Lens

With a superb combination of optics, performance, advanced features and a durable design, the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is an outstanding L-series medium-telephoto lens. As Canon’s first 85mm L-series lens with IS capability, it has an advanced optical formula with a large-diameter aspherical lens, plus a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture to deliver gorgeous, sharp and detailed images suitable for virtually any application. 

Built-In Image Stabilization 

Its versatile combination of built-in image stabilization and its sophisticated design make it perfect for handheld use even in harsh environments. Ideal for portraiture and creating a natural sense of distance between the user and the subject with a variety of scenes and subjects, the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is engineered to perform and deliver the results photographers desire. 

Large, Bright f/1.4 Aperture

The EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM features a large f/1.4 maximum aperture, which produces a shallow depth of field for beautiful background blur, captures at a fast shutter speed, a bright viewfinder image as well as easy operation in low-light situations. Combined with its built-in IS, the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM helps capture images in a variety of environments where other lenses may require the use of a flash or alternate lighting source.

Image Stabilization at up to 4 Stops of Shake Correction

For consistently sharp results, the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM features an Image Stabilizer system that provides significant shake reduction for up to 4 shutter speed steps. This helps provide reliable handheld performance and clear image detail in low-light situations or at lower ISOs. Because of Image Stabilization, the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM can also help minimize the need for a tripod.

GMo Aspherical Lens with Air Sphere Coating Technology

The EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is engineered to help render crisp and clear images. For high-contrast images that remain sharp from corner to corner of the composition, it features a molded glass (GMo) aspherical lens, and the Image Stabilizer lens is coated with Canon's Air Sphere Coating (ASC) technology for significantly reduced flare and ghosting from reflected light. 

Dust- and Water-resistant Professional-grade Design

Built to L-series specifications, the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM not only offers optical excellence but is designed to perform in even the most challenging environments. It delivers a dust- and water-resistant construction with seals around the switch panel, the focus rings and the mount. 

The surface of the lens even features a smudge-resistant fluorine coating that repels water and oil and can easily be cleaned with a dry cloth.

Circular Aperture (9 blades) for Beautiful Bokeh

Thanks to its 9-blade, circular aperture, the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is capable of gorgeous, evocative out-of-focus areas and soft backgrounds. With an incredible level of control over background blur, the 9-blade circular aperture helps create intimacy and intensity in both photos and videos for impactful results.

Specifications

Physical
Color Black
Weight Approx 33.5 ounce
Mount
Lens Mount Canon EF Mount
Focus
Maximum Aperture f/1.4
Minimum Aperture f/22
Focal Length 85mm
Maximum Magnification 0.12x
Angle of view 28° 30'
Minimum Focus Distance 2.79 ft. / 0.85 m
Focus Type Auto
Image Stabilization Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9, Rounded
Fixed Focal Length 85mm
Lens Format Full Frame Sensors
Lens Type Telephoto
Special Designs Mirror Lenses

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Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM Camera Lens SKU: 2271C002

Rated 5 out of 5 by from Greatest portraits lens ever ++ This is literally the best portrait lens ever made, period. The build is solid and top notch quality, the image stabilization is cutting edge, auto-focus is spectacular. Opened all the way up to f/1.4 you can really create those "dreamy" backgrounds, not just bokeh, but something magical to it (about 95% of the f/1.2 counterpart). Stopped down to f/1.8 - f/4 and you can still get great subject to background separation with excellent bokeh, while keeping your subject entirely sharp. At f/2.8 - f/4 you can get pretty much your entire subject sharp, with still a great blurred background. The color rendition, contrast, natural saturation, are all fantastic right out of camera. While it's a touch on the heavy side, the ergonomics are great and it's way better than the 85mm f/1.2 predecessor. It's definitely a tank compared to the old school 85mm f/1.8 but the difference in quality, build, and versatility with the wider aperture are night and day and worth the weight/size trade-off. In addition to portraits, I actually find the 85mm a great focal length for lifestyle and walking around photography, the quality of this lens really adds an extra punch to just about anything, even distant landscapes. The best part about this lens is you can shoot hand held in just about any condition thanks to the IS and wide aperture. For any serious portrait photographer you can probably buy this lens and not need to purchase anything else for the rest of your career. It's also a great addition to any other professional genre of photography.
Date published: 2019-01-09
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Item in a good package, shipment is fast Bought 85 14L, the item arrived in a good package and the shipment is fast. The lens shows great sharpness all the way to wide open. The auto focus is fast, accurate and quiet.
Date published: 2018-08-17
Rated 5 out of 5 by from WOW!!! Just WOW...Goodbye 85mm 1.2L!!! I've had this amazing collection of Canon Glass in a barrel for a few months now and it has nearly been a permanent fixture on my 5D Mk-IV!!! While I have loved, as many have,my 85-1.2L for a long time and across several bodies, it's draggingly slow Autofocus has always been an issue for using it more than in the studio and select location work. While losing a stop of light seemed sad at first thougts, the addition of the amazing IS system in this lens has more than compensated...AND saved my forearms a lot of wear and tear on long days via the reduction in weight over the 1.2...
Date published: 2018-07-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from A truly awesome lens! I bought this for portrait work but now it sits on my 5d mark iv like a king on his throne! It’s great for portrait work and for creating that bokeh effect. I’m extremely happy with it.
Date published: 2018-05-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Excellent addition to my Canon lenses arsenal I have the 85mm 1.8 which I very much like. I have used the 85 1.2 which I loved but found difficult t use in "live" situations. When Canon announced the 1.4, I patiently waited and read everything that had been published about it: reviews, a couple of comparisons (Sigma Art, etc.). Well, I finally received my copy about 10 days ago and I really like it. The focusing is fast, the color accurate. Some reviewers believe the Sigma Art is sharper, has less CA, etc. The fact is that I find the differences negligible even at close inspection. The decisive addition of the IS makes this Canon the leader of the pack. This lens focuses quickly even with limited lighting. I am astounded by how quickly and sharply this lens responds. Great lens, great addition. It will displace my 135 1.2 and even the 70-200mm 2.8 in many situations.
Date published: 2018-01-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Lens. I Love It!! I Bought This Lens. The Best. I Love It. Great For Bokah Shots And Very Clean..
Date published: 2017-12-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The 85mm Lens I've Been Dreamin of! Finally, an image-stabilized, weather-sealed 85mm! Fast and accurate focusing (much faster than the 1.2), sharp images, dreamy bokeh with that 3-D pop, and simply more versatility than the 1.2 makes this a winner. This does show a moderate amount of vignette at 1.4, but it's very gradual, and clears up by 2.8. Almost as fat, but longer than the 1.2, it is balanced better. This is the 85mm I've been dreaming of, and now it's mine!
Date published: 2017-11-17
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