Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Lens

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Portrait Prime Lens
Classic Full-Frame Short-Telephoto Prime for Canon EF Mount – Fast f/1.8 Maximum Aperture, Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) with Full-Time Manual Override, Internal Focusing System, Super Spectra Coating, Non-Rotating 58mm Front Filter Thread, 8-Blade Diaphragm, Includes Front & Rear Lens Caps and Dedicated Lens Hood (Excellent Condition / Minor Internal Dust)

The Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM is a legendary short-telephoto prime lens engineered for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs and 35mm film SLRs (also fully compatible with APS-C sensor bodies, where it yields a tight 136mm equivalent focal length). Highly prized for its natural, flattering facial compression and fast optical throughput, this lens is a quintessential tool for studio portraits, wedding ceremonies, event documentation, indoor sports, and low-light street photography.

Its proven optical layout features 9 elements in 7 groups treated with Canon’s proprietary Super Spectra Coating, effectively suppressing internal reflections, flare, and ghosting to maintain rich contrast and neutral color accuracy. The fast f/1.8 maximum aperture excels in dim ambient lighting, permitting faster shutter speeds while granting comprehensive control over shallow depth of field. Background highlights are smoothly rendered thanks to a rounded 8-blade circular aperture diaphragm. Autofocus is powered by a high-speed ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) utilizing an internal focusing (IF) design, delivering swift, silent, and precise autofocus tracking alongside seamless full-time manual focus override. Designed with a non-rotating 58mm front element, the lens pairs effortlessly with circular polarizers and specialized filters. Its lightweight, durable construction makes it an indispensable, highly portable portrait optic that adapts natively across all Canon EOS bodies and easily to modern mirrorless systems.

CONDITION DIAGNOSTICS & PHYSICAL NOTES

Included Components: COMPLETE PORTRAIT PRIME LENS OUTFIT. Supplied with the Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM lens, Canon front lens cap, Canon EF rear bayonet dust cap, and dedicated bayonet lens hood (ET-65 III or compatible).

Exterior & Physical Status: EXCELLENT CONDITION. The matte black composite barrel, ribbed rubber focusing ring, distance scale window, AF/MF selector switch, and metal EF bayonet mount are exceptionally clean and free of scratches, scuffs, or surface blemishes.

Optical & Mechanical Status: FULLY FUNCTIONAL WITH MINOR COSMETIC DUST. The front and rear glass surfaces are spotless and free of scratches, haze, or fungus, with light internal dust specs present inside the optical barrel (tested and confirmed to have zero effect on image sharpness, contrast, or color rendering). The ring-type USM autofocus motor locks quickly and silently; the manual focus ring rotates smoothly; the electronic 8-blade aperture stops down accurately across all f-stops on compatible Canon EOS camera bodies.

KEY FEATURES & PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS

Flattering 85mm Portrait Reach: Natural optical compression flatters facial proportions while maintaining a comfortable working distance (136mm equivalent on APS-C).

Bright f/1.8 Maximum Aperture: Enables shooting in low-light environments and yields dramatic subject separation with pronounced shallow depth of field.

Ring-Type USM Autofocus: Internal focusing drive provides lightning-fast, nearly silent AF operation with immediate full-time manual focus override.

Super Spectra Multi-Coating: Minimizes flare and ghosting while enhancing color balance and overall image contrast in backlit environments.

Non-Rotating 58mm Front Thread: Simplifies the use of circular polarizing filters and graduated neutral density filters during outdoor shoots.

Rounded 8-Blade Diaphragm: Produces soft, natural circular bokeh highlights for smooth background defocus.

Universal Canon EF Compatibility: Mounts natively to all Canon EOS 35mm film SLRs, full-frame DSLRs, and APS-C bodies, and adapts seamlessly to Canon RF, Sony E, and Nikon Z mirrorless cameras via EF mount adapters.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Product Type: Full-Frame Short-Telephoto Prime DSLR/SLR Lens

Model: Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

Lens Mount: Canon EF Mount

Sensor Format Compatibility: 35mm Full-Frame Film, Full-Frame Digital & APS-C (136mm Full-Frame Equivalent)

Focal Length: 85mm

Maximum Aperture: f/1.8

Minimum Aperture: f/22

Optical Design: 9 Elements in 7 Groups

Lens Coatings: Canon Super Spectra Coating

Autofocus Drive: Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) with Internal Focusing System

Manual Focus: Full-Time Manual Focus Override

Diaphragm Blades: 8 (Rounded Circular Diaphragm)

Minimum Focusing Distance: Approx. 2.79 feet / 85 cm

Maximum Magnification: 0.13x

Filter Thread Size: 58 mm (Non-Rotating Front)

Barrel Controls: Dedicated AF/MF Switch, Distance Scale Window (ft/m)

Physical Dimensions: Approx. 2.95 x 2.81 inches / 75 x 71.5 mm

Weight: Approx. 14.99 oz / 425 g

Optical Condition Notes: Light internal dust particles present (does not affect captured images)

Physical Condition Notes: Excellent overall cosmetic condition; barrel is clean and free of scratches

Included Accessories: Canon Front Lens Cap, Canon Rear EF Bayonet Cap, Dedicated Bayonet Lens Hood

Color / Finish: Matte Black with Gold Ultrasonic Band

Function: Studio Portraiture, Wedding Photography, Indoor Sports, Event Coverage, Environmental Portraits & Low-Light Stills Capture