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Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD

Canon EF Autofocus OIS

Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD

Focal length
85 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Weight
700 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
80 cm
Length
91.3 mm

At a Glance

This short telephoto prime for Canon EF on full frame offers 85 mm and a maximum aperture of f/1.8. It includes an optical stabilizer. The lens weighs 700 g and focuses down to 80 cm. The wide aperture permits shorter shutter times and shallow depth of field, so it suits portraits and events.

Good for

  • Portraits
  • Events

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Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
85 mm
Max. focal length
85 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.8
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.8
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
13
Groups
9
Weight
700 g (1.54 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
80 cm (31.5 in)
Max. magnification
1:7.2 (0.14×)
Length
91.3 mm (3.59 in)
Diameter
84.8 mm (3.34 in)
Released
March 2016

Manufacturer data: tamron.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD fit?

The Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD is a full-frame lens for Canon EF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon EF cameras its field of view equals 136 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon EF cameras

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R the lens can also be used on Canon RF cameras.

With the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS M the lens can also be used on Canon EF-M cameras.

Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Canon EF lenses.

LensTamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USDCanon EF 85mm F1.8 USMMeike AF 85mm f1.8 SE II STMSamyang / Rokinon AF 85mm F1.4 EF
Focal length85 mm85 mm85 mm85 mm
Max. aperturef/1.8f/1.8f/1.8f/1.4
Weight700 g425 g369 g485 g
Filter diameter67 mm58 mm62 mm77 mm
Min. focus distance80 cm85 cm65 cm90 cm
Length91.3 mm71.5 mm74.6 mm72 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationyesnonono
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Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD: FAQ

Does the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD have autofocus?

Yes, the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD has autofocus.

Does the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD have image stabilization?

Yes, the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD has optical image stabilization.

How much does the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD weigh?

The Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD weighs 700 g. It is 91.3 mm long with a diameter of 84.8 mm.

What filter size does the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD use?

The Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD is 80 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Tamron SP 85mm F1.8 Di VC USD covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 136 mm in full-frame terms.

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