Customers value the EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM Medium Telephoto Lens for its exceptional image quality and beautiful bokeh, creating stunningly sharp images with smoothly blurred backgrounds, ideal for portraits. However, some find the lens heavy and the focus ring somewhat loose, requiring careful handling. The high price point is also a factor for some potential buyers.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic!
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The Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II is a fantastic lens to have in your arsenal! It's perfect for almost anything: sports, weddings, portraits, and even nature photography. L series prime lenses are on the more expensive side but you definitely get what you pay for. Couldn't be happier having this lens in my collection.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this lens!
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Waited way too long to purchase this lens. I no longer have to carry multiple lenses as this one does the trick. Sharp, great in low light. Feels nice and sturdy in your hands. I'm not bothered by weight as I own several heavy lenses and find this one to be easier to carry than my 70-200 F2.8.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Auto focus speed improved on the R6
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Purchased this lens, owned it previously, in hopes that on my R6 that it would focus faster. Yes, yes it does. Lens is not known for its focus speed but with the adapter, $99, it focuses at least 30-40 percent faster and is just as accurate. Was pleasantly surprised but I also had very high hopes. I had lusted after this lens since I sold it a couple years ago. Saved $1000.00 from buying the RF version.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bokeh
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect portrait lens
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One of the best portrait lenses for full frame cameras out there. It’s a niche lens that some people may not prefer over 70-200 2.8, but I am in love with the results.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Worth the investment
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This lens is by far worth every penny! The crispness of the subject in focus is outstanding and highly professional looking! Heavy lens but great product and results!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GREAT lens
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
amazing amazing amazing lens. i had to return it because i wanted something else but i love it.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great lens
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I'm a professional wedding photographer, this is one of my best investment. sharpest lens ever. this is a very specialized lens for special use. love it.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Lens at a Great Price
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Best Buy was a great help in my lens purchase. This lens is a must for portrait photography. Beautiful dreamy backgrounds. Sharp portraits.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very nice potrait can be obtained from this len.
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To keep a good memory for my kids and their friends is part of parent job. This Len can do it better
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bokeh
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
great Lens
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great Lens, I enjoyed it. If you looking for portrait lens, you definitely need one.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bokeh
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
85mm Canon lens
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great lense that let's in a lot of light with a wonderful bokeh at 1.2. My wife loves using this lens.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love it
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Only used it a few times but love it already. It worked great on my grad pictures.
Looking forward to using this summer.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect Image
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The crisp, clean clarity of my images is remarkable!!!! Great lens!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Weight
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great lens
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Very nice lens for shooting at night and low light with out flash. It's a bit heavy but does a great job.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bokeh
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
My God
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Yes. Just yes. Canon may come out with a 1.4 IS but it won't melt the foreground/background like 1.2 will.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bokeh
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
King of all Bokeh!
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Bokeh on this beast is buttery smooth! The lens is heavy due to all the precisely placed glass
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bomb Diggity Lens 1.2 FTW.
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Traded my 70-200 for this lens. Much smaller, much more effective. Sharp and not as flashy in public.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bokeh
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fast Lens
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A great piece of workmanship from Canon. Very fast Lens.Great for a Medium Telephoto Lens.Also great Bokah.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Bokeh
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent lens
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Excellent lens for blurring background, I tried it and was very satisfied with the results.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Image quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful results
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Love love love this lens, so far no issues, pictures are incredible!!