Canon RF 85mm F/1.2 Fixed Lens — Portrait Prime for Canon RF Cameras

Elevate your portrait work with the Canon RF 85mm F/1.2 fixed lens, a professional-grade prime designed to excel on Canon RF digital cameras. This high-performance optic combines an ultra-bright aperture with precise optics to deliver razor-sharp subjects, creamy background blur, and exceptional color rendition. With an 82 mm filter attachment, a compact yet substantial build, and a dedicated design for Canon’s RF ecosystem, this lens is built to meet the demands of studio shoots, outdoor sessions, and cinematic storytelling. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a photographer seeking a premium prime for head-and-shoulders portraits, this 85mm focal length offers the ideal balance of working distance, subject isolation, and natural perspective.

• Stellar low-light performance and subject separation: The bright f/1.2 maximum aperture delivers dramatic, shallow depth of field, enabling you to isolate your subject with a velvety, out-of-focus background while maintaining exceptionally smooth skin tones. Perfect for difficult lighting scenarios, this lens captures clean, detailed portraits with minimal noise—even when shooting at night or in dim interiors.

• Sharpness and tonal richness at every distance: Built for high-resolution digital sensors, this prime provides outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness and rich color reproduction across the frame. It preserves fine details in eyes, textures, and fabrics while maintaining natural-looking skin tones, producing studio-quality results that translate beautifully to large prints and online showcases.

• Classic portrait perspective with advanced optical design: The 85mm focal length courts a flattering perspective for portraits, delivering a comfortable working distance that minimizes distortion while maximizing subject presence. The lens’ optical design is optimized to render smooth bokeh, pleasing background blur, and a sense of depth that draws the viewer’s eye directly to the subject.

• Canon RF compatibility in a durable, professional build: Designed specifically for Canon RF mount cameras, this fixed lens integrates seamlessly with your existing system. The robust construction supports regular professional use—whether in the studio, on location, or in demanding shooting environments—while preserving image quality and color accuracy that Canon shooters expect.

• Versatile handling with practical dimensions: With a length of 4.6 inches and a diameter of 4.1 inches, the lens strikes a balance between a comfortable, tactile grip and a compact profile for transport and mounting. The 82 mm filter attachment expands creative possibilities for polarizers, graduated filters, and other optics that enhance contrast, reduce reflections, or customize the mood of every frame.

Technical Details of Canon - 85 mmf/1.2 - Fixed Lens for Canon RF

• Focal Length: 85 mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.2
• Mount: Canon RF
• Filter Size: 82 mm
• Magnification: 0.12x
• Length: 4.6 inches
• Diameter: 4.1 inches
• Designed for: Digital Canon RF cameras

How to install Canon - 85 mmf/1.2 - Fixed Lens for Canon RF

Installing this lens on a Canon RF camera is straightforward and quick. Follow these steps to ensure a secure, accurate mount and optimal alignment for reliable performance:

• Power off your camera and remove the body cap to expose the camera mount.
• Align the lens with the RF mount by matching the red dot or alignment mark on the lens with the corresponding mark on the camera body.
• Gently fit the lens into the mount, then rotate clockwise until you hear a soft click indicating the lens is locked in place.
• Power on the camera and verify that the lens is recognized by the camera’s firmware. If needed, update the camera’s firmware to ensure full compatibility.
• Attach any filters or UV protection you prefer to the 82 mm filter thread, ensuring they are clean and free of debris before mounting.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What cameras is this Canon RF 85mm F/1.2 lens compatible with?
  A: This lens is designed for Canon RF mount cameras and is intended to work with bodies in the RF system. It is best used on Canon RF mirrorless cameras to take full advantage of the lens’ optical quality and autofocus performance.
• Q: Does this lens feature image stabilization?
  A: The specifications provided do not indicate built-in image stabilization. For stabilized portraits, pair the lens with a camera body that offers excellent IBIS (in-body image stabilization) or use a tripod in low-light scenarios.
• Q: What filter size can I use with this lens?
  A: The lens accepts 82 mm filters via its front filter thread, allowing you to use polarizers, ND filters, or color-enhancing varieties to shape contrast and mood without affecting focal length or perspective.
• Q: What is the practical impact of an f/1.2 aperture?
  A: An f/1.2 maximum aperture provides exceptional light gathering ability, enabling faster shutter speeds in low light and very shallow depth of field for striking subject-background separation. This yields strong subject isolation, creamy bokeh, and strong three-dimensional quality in your portraits.
• Q: How does the 85 mm focal length affect perspective?
  A: The 85 mm focal length offers flattering portrait proportions, compressing background elements slightly and delivering a natural-looking representation of facial features. It fosters a comfortable working distance and reduces distortion, making it ideal for head-and-shoulders and half-body portraits.