Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM Lens
Advanced Short-Telephoto Focal Length
Featuring advanced optical performance even in a low light environment, the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM lens produces sharp images with low chromatic aberrations and colour fringing. The Canon 85mm 1.2L USM has an Air Sphere Coating (ASC) technology that reduces flare and ghosting to maintain notable contrast and colour fidelity when shooting in harsh conditions.
- Ultra-fast f/1.2 maximum aperture for exceptional low-light performance and shallow depth of field.
- Customisable control ring for intuitive adjustments to aperture, shutter speed, ISO, or exposure compensation.
- Ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) with a high-speed CPU for fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus.
- Air Sphere Coating (ASC) significantly reduces backlit flaring and ghosting.

High Optical Performance Ideal for Portraits
The Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM is a short-telephoto lens that has an amazing bright aperture that performs well even in low light conditions. It boasts advanced optical technology that keeps all images well-corrected, crystal clear, and colour-accurate. This Canon lens has One aspherical element and one UD element that reduce chromatic aberrations by refracting shorter wavelengths of the visible spectrum (blue light). This lens also has an Air Sphere Coating (ASC) that prevents backlit flaring and ghosting. It also has a rounded 9-blade diaphragm that produces a beautiful bokeh perfect for portraits.
Intuitive Shooting for Moments that Matter
Even in dark environments, the Canon 85mm 1.2L lens still provides sharp focus thanks to its large f/1.2 aperture. This feature also results in a soft beautiful bokeh that improves your portraits. Its advanced lens control ring offers customizable control over aperture, shutter speed, and ISO or exposure compensation that gives you unlimited ways to express your creativity.
Fast and Precise Focus
The Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM Ring-type has an Ultrasonic Motor (USM), along with optimised focusing algorithms, a high-speed CPU, and an internal focusing design that delivers fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus performance as well as full-time manual focus override.
Durable and Weather-Resistant
This Canon lens is built to last. Just like any other Canon L-series lens, the Canon 85mm 1.2 lens has a weather-resistant design that protects against dust and moisture.




Key Features
- Ultra-fast f/1.2 maximum aperture for exceptional low-light performance and shallow depth of field.
- Customisable control ring for intuitive adjustments to aperture, shutter speed, ISO, or exposure compensation.
- Ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) with a high-speed CPU for fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus.
- Air Sphere Coating (ASC) significantly reduces backlit flaring and ghosting.
- Premium L-series weather-resistant construction guards against dust and moisture.
Specifications
- Focal Length: 85mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.2
- Lens Mount: Canon RF
- Optical Design: 1 Aspherical element, 1 UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) element
- Coating: Air Sphere Coating (ASC)
- Diaphragm: Rounded 9-blade
- Autofocus: Ring-type USM with internal focusing
- Weather Resistance: Dust and moisture sealed (L-series standard)
FAQs
1. Is the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM lens weather-sealed?
Yes, as part of Canon's premium L-series, this lens features a durable, weather-resistant design that protects against dust and moisture.
2. Can I use this lens on a Canon EF-mount DSLR?
No, this lens is designed specifically for Canon's RF mount mirrorless cameras and cannot be used on EF-mount DSLRs.
3. What does the customisable control ring do?
The advanced lens control ring allows you to intuitively adjust crucial settings like aperture, shutter speed, ISO, or exposure compensation without taking your eye off the viewfinder.
4. How does this lens handle chromatic aberration?
The optical design incorporates one aspherical element and one UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) element to refract shorter wavelengths of blue light, effectively reducing chromatic aberrations for crystal-clear, colour-accurate images.
5. Does the lens have full-time manual focus override?
Yes, the internal focusing design and USM motor support full-time manual focus override, giving you precise control when needed.
Applications
* Professional Portraiture: Leverage the rounded 9-blade diaphragm and f/1.2 aperture to isolate your subject with beautifully soft bokeh, making it ideal for editorial and studio portraits.
* Low-Light Event Photography: Shoot weddings or indoor events without relying heavily on flash. The bright f/1.2 aperture lets in maximum light, while the fast USM autofocus locks onto subjects quickly in dark environments.
| Best Seller | No |
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| Sale | No |
| Autofocus | No |
| Product Weight | 1.170000 |
| Brands | Canon |
| Wi-Fi Enabled | Yes |
| GTIN/UPC Code | 4549292146691 |
| Cashback Enable | No |
| Speciality | Auto Focus |
| Genre/Use | Wedding & Events, Portrait |
| Lens Hood | Yes, Removable |
| Product Weight | 1195 |
| Lens Series | Canon RF |


