Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM Lens

Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM Lens with hood.
The Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is a legendary portrait-length prime that perfectly bridges the gap between a ultra-fast aperture and modern practical features. As a premier member of the L-series, it offers the “dreamy” subject isolation that portrait photographers crave, while being the first of its kind to include 4-stop Optical Image Stabilization. This combination makes it a unique powerhouse, allowing for tack-sharp, wide-open handheld shots in lighting conditions that would leave other lenses struggling.

Optical Perfection & Performance
Fast f/1.4 Maximum Aperture: This bright design offers extensive control over depth of field, creating beautiful separation between your subject and the background. It also excels in low-light environments, reducing the need for high ISO settings.

Glass-Molded Aspherical Element: The optical layout includes a specialized aspherical element to drastically reduce spherical aberrations and distortion. This results in professional-grade sharpness and clarity across the entire frame.

Air Sphere Coating (ASC): Canon’s advanced ASC technology is applied to individual elements to suppress flaring and ghosting. This ensures high contrast and vibrant color fidelity, even when shooting directly into backlight.

Ring-Type USM Autofocus: A powerful Ultrasonic Motor (USM) works with optimized focusing algorithms and a high-speed CPU to deliver near-instant, silent, and precise autofocus. Full-time manual focus override is always available for fine-tuned creative control.

Stability & Precision
4-Stop Image Stabilization: The integrated Optical Image Stabilizer compensates for up to four stops of camera shake. This is a game-changer for 85mm prime shooters, enabling sharp handheld results at significantly slower shutter speeds.

9-Blade Rounded Diaphragm: The aperture is designed with nine rounded blades to produce a silky, pleasing bokeh quality that is ideal for high-end portraiture and wedding photography.

Versatile Compatibility: While optimized for full-frame EF-mount DSLRs, it provides a powerful 136mm equivalent focal length when used on APS-C sensor bodies.

Professional L-Series Build
Weather-Sealed Durability: Built to withstand the rigors of professional use, the lens is fully sealed against dust and moisture, allowing you to keep shooting when the weather turns.

Fluorine Protective Coating: Exposed front and rear elements feature a fluorine coating that resists fingerprints and smudges while repelling water and oil, making the lens much easier to maintain in the field.

Rugged Engineering: The lens barrel is constructed to the highest standards, ensuring a long life of reliable performance for the most demanding image-makers.

Technical Specifications
Focal Length: 85mm (136mm equivalent on APS-C)

Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/22

Lens Mount: Canon EF

Filter Size: 77mm

Weight: Approx. 2.09 lbs (950 g)