Canon 85mm f/1.8

There are plenty of 85mm lenses available, but not many also have an f/1.2 aperture. This gives you two really nice options.......

There are plenty of 85mm lenses available, but not many also have an f/1.2 aperture. This gives you two really nice options...

Canon has two 85mm fixed focus primes in its EF lens range - the ultra fast EF 85mm f/1.2 L USM costing £1799 and the practical 85mm f/1.8 USM, which is the cheaper alternative costing £319.

With the exception of purple fringing in harsh contrast situations the lens performed extremely well. If you're looking for a near-perfect portrait lens - well, stop here - you've found it! Naturally the lens has also a life beyond portraits. It's also...

The following Mini Review of the Canon 85mm f/1.8 Lens was submitted by Liza 11. This lens is one of the best and most versatile prime lenses I own. Not only do I use it as a portrait lens for my outdoor senior portrait shoots, I also keep it handy for...

i have this lens with me.-fast focus on lowlight-cheap -build quality is just ok-features: As a portrait photographer this serves my strength in taking high quality pictures.i love it @f2.8

Most visitors to this review will fall in one of two groups. Those who are curious about such an expensive lens and those who simply want the best possible results from a Canon EF mount lens. I am addressing the latter group. Like myself you ...