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Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS

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Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS

Focal length
85 mm
Aperture
f/1.2
Weight
1195 g
Filter diameter
82 mm
Min. focus distance
85 cm
Length
117 mm

At a Glance

This 85 mm short telephoto prime for full-frame Canon RF works at f/1.2, allowing short shutter times and very shallow depth of field. The DS variant adds a defocus smoothing coating. At 1.2 kg it is heavy. A control ring and an Air Sphere coating are included. It suits portraits and events.

Good for

  • Portraits
  • Events

Worth knowing

  • At 1.2 kg it is heavy: a monopod or tripod helps for longer sessions.

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Technical Specifications

Min. focal length
85 mm
Max. focal length
85 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom)
f/1.2
Max. aperture (max. zoom)
f/1.2
Min. aperture
f/16
Elements
13
Groups
9
Weight
1,195 g (2.63 lb)
Filter diameter
82 mm
Min. focus distance
85 cm (33.46 in)
Max. magnification
1:8.3 (0.12×)
Length
117 mm (4.61 in)
Diameter
103 mm (4.06 in)
Released
December 2019

Manufacturer data: global.canon

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

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Compare with other lenses

Which cameras does the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS fit?

The Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS is a full-frame lens for Canon RF cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Canon RF cameras its field of view equals 136 mm in full-frame terms.

Canon RF cameras

Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS compared

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

LensCanon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DSCanon RF 85mm F1.2L USMSamyang / Rokinon AF 85mm F1.4 RFCanon RF 85mm F1.4 L VCM
Focal length85 mm85 mm85 mm85 mm
Max. aperturef/1.2f/1.2f/1.4f/1.4
Weight1,195 g1,195 g584 g636 g
Filter diameter82 mm82 mm77 mm67 mm
Min. focus distance85 cm85 cm90 cm75 cm
Length117 mm117.3 mm98 mm99.3 mm
Autofocusyesyesyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS: FAQ

Does the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS have autofocus?

Yes, the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS has autofocus.

Does the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS have image stabilization?

No, the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS weigh?

The Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS weighs 1,195 g. It is 117 mm long with a diameter of 103 mm.

What filter size does the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS use?

The Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS takes 82 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS is 85 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS a full-frame lens?

Yes, the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS covers full frame. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 136 mm in full-frame terms.

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