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Black Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM prime lens, compact cylinder with silver distance scale and red mount ring

Canon

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Medium Telephoto SLR Fixed International camera lens

SKU CH-4H5V-WSQCW

Medium telephoto prime for Canon SLR cameras with f/1.8 aperture, USM autofocus and 58 mm filter thread

  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Wide f/1.8 aperture creates shallow depth of field for portraits
  • Ring-type USM focuses quickly and quietly on moving subjects
  • 85 mm focal length gives natural perspective on full-frame cameras
  • Non-rotating front element keeps polarising filters effective during focus
  • Weighs 15 ounces for comfortable all-day handheld shooting

Portrait Lens for Canon SLR

The Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM is a medium telephoto prime lens built for Canon SLR cameras. Its wide maximum aperture of 1.8 and 85mm focal length suit portrait photographers who want shallow depth of field and natural perspective. The ring-type USM motor drives fast, quiet autofocus. A non-rotating front element keeps orientation-sensitive filters effective during focusing.

Thermals Noise and Power

This lens has no electronic cooling system and draws no power of its own, so it adds no heat or noise to the camera body. Its optical construction of nine elements in seven groups is designed to maintain sharpness across the aperture range without thermal drift. The lightweight barrel at 15 ounces minimises balance shifts during extended handheld shooting sessions.

Build Fit and Handling

The lens accepts 58mm filters and measures 3 inches in diameter by 2.8 inches long, fitting comfortably in most camera bags. Closest focusing distance is 2.8 feet, giving flexibility for tighter compositions. The rear focusing system keeps the overall length constant while focusing. It is not suited for photographers who need zoom versatility or focal lengths wider than 85mm.

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Price $511.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameCanon International
Model nameNot Available
Product typeZoom Lens

Questions about this item

How do I mount this 85mm lens on my Canon SLR, and what step do people often miss?

Align the red dot on the lens barrel with the red dot on the camera mount, twist clockwise until it clicks, then set the focus mode switch to AF so the ring-type USM motor can drive the rear focusing system.

What maintenance or replacement will this 85mm f/1.8 lens need over time?

The front element takes 58mm filters, so keep a clear protector on it and clean with a microfibre cloth; the rear-focusing USM motor has no user-serviceable parts, but the aperture blades may need professional service if they become sticky after years of use.

What limit appears first when I shoot portraits wide open at f/1.8 for long sessions?

The shallow depth of field at 85mm and f/1.8 means precise focus on the eye is critical; any slight subject or camera movement at the 2.8-foot minimum distance will throw the plane of focus off before heat or motor speed becomes an issue.

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