Canon EF 85mm F1.2L USM II
$1,795.00 - $2,218.85
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13 years ago
Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM Lens
The 85mm focal length is particularly desirable in a prime lens because it's so versatile. It's great for portraiture because it provides a good working distance without introducing distortion.
14 years ago
Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM Review (Review Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM)
The Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM is a specialty lens, perfect for portraits with a very shallow depth of field. Its unique view of the world earns it our Editors' Choice award.
Pros:
- Insane light-gathering capability., Capable of very shallow depth of field., Superb center sharpness.
Cons:
- Focus-by-wire design., No stabilization., Big., Expensive.
12 years ago
Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM Review
The Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM is a specialty lens, perfect for portraits with a very shallow depth of field. Its unique view of the world earns it our Editors' Choice award. (4.5 out of 5) Editor's Choice Pros Insane light-gathering capability Capable of very shallow depth of field Superb center...
Pros:
- Insane light-gathering capability
- Capable of very shallow depth of field
- Superb center sharpness
Cons:
- Focus-by-wire design
- No stabilization
- Big
- Expensive
12 years ago
Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM Review
The Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM is a specialty lens, perfect for portraits with a very shallow depth of field. Its unique view of the world earns it our Editors' Choice award. The Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM ($2,199 direct)($2,299.00 at Amazon) is one of two f/1.2 lenses in the Canon library, and like the EF 50mm f/1.2L USM($1,349.00 at Dell) it's one without a peer in other camera systems. It captures about 30 percent more light than competing f/1.4 lenses, like the Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM($1,099.00 at Amazon), and at similar working distances will also show a shallower depth of field. It's an expensive lens, and it has a few ergonomic quirks. But if you are a portrait specialist and if you can afford it, it's worth your money. The lens is fairly short, but very, very wide. It measures 3.3 by 3.6 inches (HD) and weighs in at a hefty 2.3 pounds. The front element is big, it uses 72mm filters, and the included hood adds both depth and width. The lens ships with a reversible hood, which clips on or off via two buttons, rather than requiring you to mount it via a bayonet system. There's no optical stabilization, but that's a feature that is generally re...
Pros:
- Insane light-gathering capability
- Capable of very shallow depth of field
- Superb center sharpness
Cons:
- Focus-by-wire design
- No stabilization
- Big
- Expensive
12 years ago
Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
The Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM ($2,199 direct) is one of two f/1.2 lenses in the Canon library, and like the EF 50mm f/1.2L USM it's one without a peer in other camera systems. It captures about 30 percent more light than competing f/1.4 lenses, like the Sigma 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM , and at similar...
Pros:
- Insane light-gathering capability
- Capable of very shallow depth of field.
Cons:
- Focus-by-wire design
- No stabilization
- Big.
13 years ago
Superb piece of optical engineering.
Eversince I bought this lens, I won't do a portrait shoot without it. The sharpness and the amazing depth of filed at F/1.2 is just sublime. I do wish the focus could be a tad faster. If your budget allows it, I highly recommend this lens.
12 years ago
very fast but at a cost.
I love this lens, the DOF is extremely low as one would expect. I can shoot in near total darkness as long as I have a light for focus assist. Ambient light looks true and beautiful! With that said however this lens is the worst of all I own for backlit subjects.
Pros:
- Superior build quality
Cons:
- Semi-sharp images
- chromatic aberration
18 years ago
This has been on my wish list for portraiture since the original version was released. So when I had the chance to grab the MkII version at a bargain price I could not resist. It's the perfect focal length for a portrait with the perspective being very flattering to the subject and the working...
Pros:
- Amazing image quality, f/1.2 aperture, f/1.2 aperture
- (I know I said already but it's so good I'm saying it twice!, Beautiful isolation of subject from background, Beautiful smooth unbeatable bokeh, Solid weather sealed build, Superb lens flare control especially for a lens of this aperture, Superb...
Cons:
- Slow focus compared to L lenses or 50mm f/1.4 & 85mm f/1.8
- 72mm Filter not standard size for L lenses (Except 135 and 180 I suppose)
- Cost is huge compared to 85mm f/1.8 which is a d*** fine lens also
18 years ago
Really excellent lense
I choose it for it is the best portrait lens in the world by now, I owned 135f2 before, and want to try more for 85. If you choose 85 1.8, then you will miss the 85 1.2 everyday, just buy it and use it follow your heart.
Pros:
- 1.Really good quality picture
- especially at focus 2.0 or more 2.Really excellent performance in low light place
Cons:
- 1
- The lens is too big 2
- Shot at 1.2 will feel a little soft
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