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Canon EF 85mm f1.2L II USM Lens for Canon DSLR Cameras

5 December 2009 14 views 5 Comments

  • f1.2 maximum aperture
  • Ring-type UltraSonic motor (USM)
  • EF mount; medium telephoto lens
  • High-speed AF and circular aperture create shallow depth-of-field
  • 111mm focal length for APS-H sensors, 136mm for APS-C sensors

Product Description
Retaining the impressive optical performance and large aperture of the original EF 85mm f/1.2L USM, this new medium telephoto lens uses a Ring-type USM, high-speed CPU and optimized algorithms to achieve an autofocus speed approximately 1.8x faster than the original. The high-speed AF and circular aperture create a shallow depth-of-field that brings attention to the subject and blurs the background, which is ideal for portraits and weddings. The floating optical system, which includes an aspherical lens element, suppresses aberrations and ensures excellent imaging performance.Amazon.com Product Description
Retaining the impressive optical performance and large aperture of the original Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L lens, this revamped medium telephoto lens employs a ring-type Ultra Sonic Motor (USM), high-speed CPU, and optimized algorithms to achieve an autofocus speed that’s approximately 1.8x faster than the original. This high-speed autofocus system combines with the circular aperture to create a shallow depth of field that brings attention to the subject and blurs the background, an ideal effect for portraits and weddings. In addition, the lens’s floating optical system includes an aspherical lens element that suppresses aberrations and produces an excellent imaging performance.

Specifications

  • Focal length: 85mm
  • Maximum aperture: f/1.2
  • Lens construction: 8 elements in 7 groups
  • Angle of view: 28 degrees @ 30 feet
  • Focus adjustment: Autofocus with full-time manual
  • Closest focusing distance: 3.2 feet
  • Filter size: 72mm
  • Dimensions: 3.6 inches in diameter and 3.3 inches long
  • Weight: 36.2 ounces
  • Warranty: 1 year

Canon EF 85mm f1.2L II USM Lens for Canon DSLR Cameras

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5 Comments »

  • D. Butler said:

    I dont see what all the raving is about, this lens is not so hot. Bad chromatic aberration, its slow to focus, and it is tough to calibrate. Add to that it also does not allow tight portraits because of the poor minimum focal distance. Get the 135mm f/2, you can stand closer and you are already optically closer so you can get a much tighter portrait, and the IQ is top notch. This lens is not worth $1800. It pales in comparison to the Nikon 85mm 1.4. If you must have 85 for portraits buy the Nikon adapter and use the 85mm 1.4 from nikon, it is half the price so you still get off cheaper and the optical quality is top notch, one of Nikon’s sharpest lenses and let’s face it. Nikon is a better lens company than Canon.
    Rating: 2 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 1:16 am
  • John Kwok said:

    The Canon EF 85mm f1.2L lens has earned ample praise from photographers and critics alike as one of the finest portrait (medium telephoto) lenses available. It is the only one currently produced with a maxium aperture of f1.2 (About a decade ago Carl Zeiss introduced a special, limited edition 85mm f1.2 Planar for its Contax manual focus 35mm SLR system; this lens is alleged to be optically superior to Canon’s.). This new improved version of the 85mm f1.2 can autofocus 1.8x faster than its predecessor, via a USM motor for relatively whisper-quiet operation. A fine optic for working under low-light conditions, the lens is now better due to its improved optical design and faster autofocusing. Without question it has been one of the finest L series Canon lenses available; these new improvements will only enhance its reputation. If I owned Canon equipment and had to choose between the Canon EF 85mm f1.2L II USM lens or its illustrious predecessor, then without question I would be willing to acquire this fine new lens.
    Rating: 5 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 2:54 am
  • George said:

    So I DON’T own this lens. I base my right to comment on the photographs people have submitted to amazon. This is what I see.

    The images on this page, taken with the 85 f 1.2, are mostly out of focus. A notable few are in focus — the exceptional sepia toned sad,in-your-face-girl in the beginning, the woman a few images later with steady eyes emerging from a progressive front & rear blur of hair, the grapes on the wedding cake. Mostly though the focus is off: all of the sports shots, most of the landscapes, even many of the portraits.

    So does the acknowledged criticism of the 85 f1.2 being a slow focusing lens include it being an inaccurately focusing lens?

    For comparison look at the images for the 135 mm f2 L.Canon EF 135mm f/2L USM Lens for Canon SLR Cameras Not all of them are in focus, but the majority are and so very sharp. Look at the yellow and orange wildflowers currently image 11 (with great bokkeh), the cheetah cub, the gecko, the bee currently image 34, the dragon fly image 65 — and many more.

    I really hanker for this mutha of a lens though. Jesse Hunter’s review is so cogent and convincing for purchase (put that credit card down). He also comments on the 135 mm and says that the two lens serve different purposes. In addition, when the focus is on with the 85 — especially when it make the eyes pop — the result IS magnificent.

    Maybe I’ll buy the 85 f1.2 someday, but certainly I will rent it first.
    Rating: 4 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 4:22 am
  • Otto Haring said:

    I would add that the lens has some back-front focusing issues. I have a it on a Canon 5D and sometimes pictures are totally out of focus. My Canon 28-70 or 17-40 never had this kind of problem…Any suggestion? I have a few examles at [...] Furthermore, it is a heavy lens!!! :) :):)
    Rating: 3 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 7:14 am
  • G. Casey said:

    One of the best lenses I have! FAST!! Excellent service Would highly recommend
    Rating: 5 / 5

    - 5 December 2009 at 9:46 am

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