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Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8

Fujifilm X

Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8

Focal length
85 mm
Aperture
f/1.8
Weight
530 g
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
23 cm
Length
89 mm
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At a Glance

On Fujifilm X-Mount, this full-frame effect lens behaves like a 128 mm lens in full-frame terms, giving a clear telephoto view from its 85 mm focal length. The f/1.8 aperture is very wide for this reach. It also offers 1:2 magnification at a 23 cm minimum focus distance, so half-macro work is possible. Focusing is manual only. It suits creative portraits, product shots and close-ups.

Good for

  • Creative
  • Portraits
  • Macro
  • Product

Worth knowing

  • No autofocus: focusing is manual only.

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Technical Specifications

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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
4
Groups
3
Weight
530 g (1.17 lb)
Filter diameter
67 mm
Min. focus distance
23 cm (9.06 in)
Max. magnification
1:2 (0.5×)
Length
89 mm (3.5 in)
Diameter
76 mm (2.99 in)

Manufacturer data: lensbaby.com, lensbaby.com

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

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Which cameras does the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 fit?

The Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 fits all Fujifilm X-Mount cameras. There its field of view equals 128 mm in full-frame terms (crop factor 1.5).

Fujifilm X-Mount cameras

APS-C:
Fujifilm X-T30 III,Fujifilm X-E5,Fujifilm X-M5,Fujifilm X-T50,Fujifilm X-S20,Fujifilm X-T5,Fujifilm X-H2,Fujifilm X-H2S,Fujifilm X-T30 II,Fujifilm X-E4,Fujifilm X-S10,Fujifilm X-T4,Fujifilm X-T200,Fujifilm X-Pro3,Fujifilm X-A7,Fujifilm X-T30,Fujifilm X-T3,Fujifilm X-T100,Fujifilm X-H1,Fujifilm X-A5,Fujifilm X-E3,Fujifilm X-T20,Fujifilm X-A10,Fujifilm X-A3,Fujifilm X-T2,Fujifilm X-E2S,Fujifilm X-Pro2,Fujifilm X-T1 IR,Fujifilm X-T10,Fujifilm X-A2,Fujifilm X-T1,Fujifilm X-E2,Fujifilm X-A1,Fujifilm X-M1,Fujifilm X-E1,Fujifilm X-Pro1

Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Fujifilm X-Mount lenses.

LensLensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2 / Rokinon MF 85mm F1.4 IIVistilen AF 85mm F1.8 SEMeike AF 85mm f1.8 Pro STM
Focal length85 mm85 mm85 mm85 mm
Max. aperturef/1.8f/1.4f/1.8f/1.8
Weight530 g592 g397 g390 g
Filter diameter67 mm72 mm62 mm62 mm
Min. focus distance23 cm110 cm65 cm85 cm
Length89 mm101 mm100.6 mm90 mm
Autofocusnonoyesyes
Image stabilizationnononono
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Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8: FAQ

Does the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 have autofocus?

No, the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 has no autofocus; you focus it manually.

Does the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 have image stabilization?

No, the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.

How much does the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 weigh?

The Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 weighs 530 g. It is 89 mm long with a diameter of 76 mm.

What filter size does the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 use?

The Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 takes 67 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 is 23 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

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