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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 550 reviews

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98%would recommend to a friend

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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  • Pros mentioned:
    Bokeh

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    this lens is great for portraits

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I shoot a lot of senior and model photos this lens is excellent at producing great photos for those kinds of shoots, the bokeh from this lens Is fantastic with its smaller aperture..if your in the market for a lens that's almost as good as an L lens this is what your looking for.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bokeh

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Ok so I'm no pro, but I love the bokeh on this lens. I know the 1.4 would have been better but this does the job for a novice photographer. My husband approved the lens when he saw the photographs it takes so im pretty content.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality, Low light performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wonderful lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wonderful lens! Great for low light! Excellent for Portraits

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent lens for portraits

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this lens for my photography business and it has an excellent bokeh effect and a very clear image, but make sure you realize this camera does not zoom in or out and you must stand back quite a ways to get a full picture.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I love this camera lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's really easy to use! And it takes great pictures!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bokeh

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bokeh heaven

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got this lens to up my portrait game and it has been one of my favorite pieces of kit ever since. The subject isolation is fantastic and the bokeh is delicious. The best part is that this lens goes on sale periodically so just wait a few weeks and it will probably be on sale.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bokeh, Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Medium Telephoto

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's sharp and the f/ 1.8 definitely gives a nice bokeh.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Low light performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Portrait Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needed a new prime portrait lens for a bug project I was doing with a European performance shop and this is just what I needed. Although it isn't the "red riing" 85mm that Canon offers, it still takes great sharp pics and works amazing in low light. Using this on my Canon 5D Mark IV.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I checked out lens for a good while before I bought this one. I wanted good crisp clear pictures with blur in the background. This lens gives me what I want. I'm very pleased.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality
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    Focus

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Lens

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Definitely a deal lens for portraits. A bit of back focus issues at times. But this can produce sharp, creamy photos.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bokeh

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Purchase

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great lens and I bought it to use for Weddings. It is great for getting just what I need. If you can afford the 1.4 Id get that one but until I can get it this one still works great!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome sports pictures

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lens allows me to capture my boys action shots at their basketball and baseball games. Focuses in on them and captures really clear shots.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This lense is awesome! Great for beginnger photographers. I was looking for a great lense to take awesome sports shots, and I have found it!!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    AMAZING BOKEH!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So I’ve just had the default lenses since I got my Canon 70D but this lens take it the the NEXT LEVEL. I am totally in love! Totally worth every penny if you want to take your photography to the next level!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Lens!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I couldn't wait to receive this lens and once I received it, it didn't disappoint! This is a great lens at a great price. I would highly reccomend this to anyone looking for an affordable 85mm.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great lens

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My wife absolutely love this. Best lens shes purchased.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great sports portraits!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After much research I decided on this lens to capture indoor basketball photos of my son. A bit tight for a small gym...but perfect from the bleachers of any high school or college gym. Great in low light, fast lens, captures the action perfectly. Love it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This is the best portrait lens ever

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I loveeeee this lens. It brings me so much money and I appreciate it! I recommend this to be a photographer main prime lens! This will give the best crisp photos!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Image quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice lens

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pictures look nice & professional with this lens on.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love the lens!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have a 50mm so I was not sure about adding this as my next lens but am quite pleased with my purchase. Still a beginner and it definitely improved my shots. Excellent lens for the price!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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