Canon 85mm f/1.2L RF USM (3450C005)

In the portrait cavalry of optics for the Canon RF full-frame mirrorless system, the top lens Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM is considered to be the dominant model. It is produced under the unspoken motto "expensive and rich."

Working aperture

The high optical qualities of the lens are clearly hinted at by the model belonging to the Luxury optics line, indicated by a red ring near the front lens. But the most delicious thing about it is, of course, the maximum aperture of f / 1.2. Moreover, a fully open aperture of the aperture is quite working for the lens. The photographer has the right to count on the soft and plastic blurring of the background, characteristic of portrait optics, and not worry that the picture will be spoiled by chromatic aberrations. The elimination of the latter is occupied by a special refractive BR-element of the blue spectrum, included in the optical scheme of the lens. The scheme also includes aspherical and low dispersion elements, a special ASC coating to minimize glare and reflections

External Data

In appearance, the lens resembles a kind of plump barrel with body dimensions of 103.2 × 117.3 mm. The weight of the portrait lens is almost 1.2 kg — almost twice as much as that of the “carcass” of the full frame Canon EOS R6, under which the lens is sharpened. However, everything is excusable for the unique character of the model's drawing. Strengthens the positive impression of her advanced autofocus drive with lightning-fast response in terms of focus.

Out of competition

The lens was equipped with a customizable control ring that allows you to switch between exposure compensation, shutter speed, aperture or ISO settings. Dust and water protection of the case protects the “insides” of the model from all kinds of atmospheric influences. The stumbling block on the way to mastering the lens is the immodest cost. However, if truly unsurpassed optical properties are a priority, there is no better portrait lens for Canon RF series cameras.