Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM Defocus Smoothing Lens

Unrivalled Bokeh and Portrait Perfection

Whether you are capturing high-end weddings or fine-art portraits, the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM Defocus Smoothing Lens is engineered to deliver unparalleled aesthetic quality. Prioritising breathtaking bokeh, this unique portrait-length prime combines a flattering focal length with an exceptionally bright maximum aperture. Differentiating itself from the standard RF 85mm f/1.2, this version employs Canon's advanced DS (Defocus Smoothing) coating to soften and smooth out-of-focus areas, making it the ultimate tool for shallow depth of field applications.

Key Features

* Defocus Smoothing (DS) Coating: Softens and smooths bokeh quality at wider apertures for a truly cinematic, distraction-free background.

* Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics: Nearly eliminates chromatic aberrations and colour fringing for incredible clarity and colour accuracy.

* Advanced Optical Layout: Features an ultra-low dispersion element and one aspherical element to control distortion and maximise edge-to-edge sharpness.

* Air Sphere Coating (ASC): Suppresses lens flare and ghosting, ensuring high contrast and colour fidelity even in intensely backlit conditions.

* Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor (USM): Delivers fast, near-silent autofocus with the convenience of full-time manual focus override.

* Customisable Control Ring: Allows intuitive, on-the-fly adjustments to exposure settings directly from the lens barrel.

Specifications

• Focal Length: 85mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.2
• Lens Mount: Canon RF
• Autofocus Motor: Ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM)
• Special Elements: Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics, Ultra-low dispersion element, Aspherical element
• Coatings: Defocus Smoothing (DS) coating, Air Sphere Coating (ASC)
• Control Ring: Integrated for exposure settings

Applications

* Professional Wedding Photography: Isolate subjects with buttery-smooth bokeh while maintaining tack-sharp focus on the bride and groom, even in challenging lighting environments.

* Fine-Art Portraiture: Utilise the DS coating to render background elements as soft washes of colour, elevating the cinematic feel of your portraits without distracting from your subject.

* Fashion and Editorial: Take advantage of the Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics to ensure perfect colour accuracy and zero fringing on high-contrast garments.

FAQs

1. What is the difference between this DS version and the standard Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L lens?

The DS (Defocus Smoothing) version features a specialised coating that gradually decreases light transmission towards the edges of the lens elements. This significantly softens the edges of out-of-focus highlights, resulting in smoother, creamier bokeh compared to the standard version.

2. Does the DS coating affect the light transmission or exposure?

Yes, while the physical aperture remains f/1.2, the Defocus Smoothing coating slightly reduces overall light transmission (often referred to as T-stop) when shooting wide open, compared to the non-DS version.

3. Can I use the customisable Control Ring for aperture adjustments?

Absolutely. The integrated Control Ring can be assigned to adjust various exposure settings intuitively, including aperture, ISO, or exposure compensation, directly from the lens.

4. Is this lens suitable for shooting in bright, backlit conditions?

Yes, it features Canon's Air Sphere Coating (ASC) which actively suppresses flare and ghosting, ensuring your images retain high contrast and colour fidelity even when shooting into the sun.

5. Will this lens work on Canon DSLR cameras?

No, this lens features the Canon RF mount, which is designed exclusively for Canon's EOS R series of full-frame mirrorless cameras.

The Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM DS is a premium portrait prime lens designed for the EOS R mirrorless system. Featuring an innovative Defocus Smoothing coating, Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics, and a fast f/1.2 aperture, it delivers unmatched bokeh, sharpness, and colour accuracy for professional portrait, wedding, and editorial photographers.