Canon - EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Medium Telephoto Lens - Black

Name: Canon - EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Medium Telephoto Lens - Black
Brand: Canon
SKU: 8551186
Rating: 4.8 (550 reviews)

Model: 2519A003

SKU: 8551186

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Key Specs
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Canon EF
- Lens Type: Telephoto Prime
- Minimum Focal Length: 85 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Focal Length: 85 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
General
- Brand: Canon
- Model Number: 2519A003
- Product Name: EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Medium Telephoto Lens
- Color: Black
Compatibility
- Brand Compatibility: Canon
- Lens Mount Compatibility: Canon EF
- Tripod/Monopod Mountable: false (A support function that allows the device to be mounted to monopods and tripods for leveling and stability.)
- Lens Series: Canon USM (The product group that the lens belongs to, based on similar shared features.)
Dimensions
- Product Weight: 0.937 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Product Length with Lens Closed: 2.8 inches
- Product Diameter: 3 inches (The out of box diameter of the item, measured as a straight line passing from side to side of the item, through its center.)
Imaging
- Lens Type: Telephoto Prime
- Auto/Manual Focus: Automatic
- Silent Focus: true (A feature that helps reduce operational noise that occurs when using lenses with autofocus motors.)
- Zoom Type: Manual
- In-Lens Image Stabilization: true (This feature helps reduce image blurring from camera motion. Lens stabilization means an element within the lens moves automatically to counteract detected motion.)
Exposure Control
- Minimum Focal Length: 85 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
- Maximum Focal Length: 85 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
- Minimum Focus Distance: 33.6 inches
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.8 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
- Minimum Aperture: f/22 (The smallest opening of a lens, typically expressed in f-numbers. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture and the less light that can enter the lens. A smaller aperture creates a larger depth of field, which keeps both foreground and background in focus.)
Features
- Special Features: Super spectra coating, ring type untrasonic motor,
Performance
- Filter Diameter: 58 millimeters
- Protective Qualities: None
Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
Other
- UPC: 082966212901

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Medium Telephoto Lens: Get sharp, clear photos with this Canon medium telephoto lens that delivers vibrant color and clarity with fast, quiet focusing. The 85mm focal length draws attention to your subject and transforms the background into a soft blur for professional-quality portraits and impeccably detailed close-up shots.

Compatible with select Canon cameras: For use with Canon EOS cameras. Also compatible with EOS M cameras (mount adapter EF-EOS M required, not included).
Medium telephoto lens gets you closer to your subject: Allows you to capture intricately detailed images without getting too close to your subject. Concentrates the focus on a narrow field of view for vivid close-up shots.
85mm focal length: Beautifully isolates your subject from the background. This versatile focal length blends depth and dimension for stunning portraits, action shots and low-light images.
f/1.8 maximum aperture: Performs exceptionally well in low-light settings and allows remarkable depth-of-field control, so you can softly blur the background and draw attention to your subject.
Ultrasonic motor (USM) ensures smooth, precise focusing: Utilizes ultrasonic vibrations to focus the lens, resulting in smooth, silent and precise autofocusing.
Accessories included: Comes with lens cap and rear lens dust cap.
Compatible with select Canon cameras: For use with Canon EOS cameras. Also compatible with EOS M cameras (mount adapter EF-EOS M required, not included).
Medium telephoto lens gets you closer to your subject: Allows you to capture intricately detailed images without getting too close to your subject. Concentrates the focus on a narrow field of view for vivid close-up shots.
85mm focal length: Beautifully isolates your subject from the background. This versatile focal length blends depth and dimension for stunning portraits, action shots and low-light images.
f/1.8 maximum aperture: Performs exceptionally well in low-light settings and allows remarkable depth-of-field control, so you can softly blur the background and draw attention to your subject.
Ultrasonic motor (USM) ensures smooth, precise focusing: Utilizes ultrasonic vibrations to focus the lens, resulting in smooth, silent and precise autofocusing.
Accessories included: Comes with lens cap and rear lens dust cap.

Whats Included

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Medium Telephoto Lens
Owner's manual
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Medium Telephoto Lens
Owner's manual

Disclaimers

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Q: Is this lens compatible with the Canon EOS 80D?

A: Yes, this lens is compatible with the Canon EOS 80D.

Q: Is this compatible with the Canon Rebel t1i?

A: It works on the Ti3, TI6 and the D6. I have all of the above. As long as you have a red dot it should workk

Q: Will this work on my Canon EOS Rebel T7i?

A: Yes!

Q: Hello, will this work with canon rebel T5? (I know... pretty old camera!)

A: It should it works on my t6

Q: Will this lense fit onto a Canon EOS 90D DSLR?

A: yes

Q: Is this good for sports photos? In door volleyball, baseball etc? I currently use my lense and the images aren’t very sharp or clear very noisy.

A: It's a portrait lens it's not for action

Q: Can I use this lens with the canon T8i?

A: undefined

Q: Does this work with T2i?

A: undefined

Customers are saying

Customers have good things to say about the image quality, bokeh, and price of the EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Medium Telephoto Lens, frequently praising its sharpness and performance in low light. Positive feedback also highlights its ease of use and the suitability of its focal length for portraits. While some users noted chromatic aberration and occasional focus issues, these concerns were less prevalent than the positive reviews.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this lens
My wife and I purchased this lens to be used at a low light wedding. We purchased it for the wide aperture, and the 85mm length, allowing us to now be right on top of the ceremony. This lens worked beautifully. Love the depth of field we are able to create, and the beautiful bokeh that comes with it. The images come out crisp, and clean every time. One thing to note, for those who may not know. When using this type of lens, you will not want to solely relay on your camera's auto focus. A manual touch is sometimes required to ensure that your subject will be in focus. There were times when my AF said it was in focus, and I had to adjust it slightly to get everything as clean as I wanted.
Posted 10 years ago by sjyeager
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A "must-have" lens
Bought this Lens for my 70d and it has provided high quality photos for portraits and outdoor / street photography. Now with the 5d mark iii I feel it is being fully utilized. Unless you are strictly going to shoot at 1.2, this is a great lens to shoot wide open and even narrow. Focal length is great for not distorting the subjects and adds enough bokeh to the image. Love the shallow depth of field, speed, and very light weight. Such an affordable lens is def a must get for your list.
Posted 8 years ago by DeltaDLW
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Lens at a Great Price
I love this focal length. I use this lens more than any other lens in my camera bag It is built well and at a great price point. Nice bokeh for portraits. Although the lens hood is not so nice, I recommend using one on this lens. This lens tends to get lens flares from street lights and automobiles when shooting urban photography at night.
Posted 5 years ago by Stephen