TTArtisan AF 85mm f/1.8 Neo

Focal length: 85 mm
Aperture: f/1.8
Weight: –
Filter diameter: 62 mm
Min. focus distance: 80 cm
Length: 92 mm

Overview

The TTArtisan AF 85mm f/1.8 Neo is a full-frame autofocus portrait lens from TTArtisan's Neo series, offered for Sony E, Nikon Z and L-mount. Like the 50mm Neo, it has no focus ring and no aperture ring, and TTArtisan says the body supports DIY lens covers such as stickers, 3D printing or custom paint.

Optical design

The lens has 12 elements in 8 groups, including ED and high-index elements according to TTArtisan. The diaphragm has 11 blades and covers f/1.8 to f/16. The angle of view is 29 degrees. The minimum focus distance is 0.8 m and the filter thread measures 62 mm. TTArtisan highlights natural bokeh and sharp subject detail at f/1.8.

Autofocus and handling

An STM motor drives the autofocus, with eye and face detection for accurate subject tracking. TTArtisan stresses the streamlined design, with focus on framing and composition. The aperture is set on the camera.

Build and size

The weight is stated as about 332 to 338 g, and the shop describes a reinforced fiberglass composite construction. Dimensions per mount (diameter x length) are 70 x 90.5 mm for Sony E, 70 x 92 mm for Nikon Z and 70 x 90 mm for L-mount.

Where it fits

Other full-frame 85 mm f/1.8 lenses in the database are the Sony FE 85mm F1.8, the Nikon Nikkor Z 85mm F1.8 S, the Viltrox AF 85mm F1.8 II and the Meike AF 85mm f1.8 Pro STM. From TTArtisan, the AF 75mm f/2 offers a slightly wider portrait view with an aperture ring and an all-metal body.

Pros and cons

Pros

85 mm f/1.8 with 11 aperture blades
ED and high-index elements
Light composite body of about 332 to 338 g
Available for E, Z and L-mount

Cons

No focus ring and no aperture ring
Minimum focus distance of 0.8 m
Weight varies slightly by mount

Verdict

The TTArtisan AF 85mm f/1.8 Neo is a light autofocus portrait lens for users who value low weight and a simple control layout. The data show a bright aperture, many aperture blades and a composite body. Photographers who want physical rings or closer focusing should look at the conventional alternatives named above.

Technical Specifications

min focal length: 85 mm
max focal length: 85 mm
max f (min zoom): f/1.8
max f (max zoom): f/1.8
min. aperture: f/16
Elements: 12
Groups: 8
Weight: –
Filter diameter: 62 mm
min focus distance: 80 cm (31.5 in)
Length: 92 mm (3.62 in)
Diameter: 70 mm (2.76 in)

Simulate depth of field and angle of view

Which cameras does the TTArtisan AF 85mm f/1.8 Neo fit?

The TTArtisan AF 85mm f/1.8 Neo is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon Z cameras its field of view equals 128 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon Z cameras

Full frame:: Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5II, Nikon Z6III, Nikon Z8, Nikon Zf, Nikon Z9, Nikon Z5, Nikon Z6II, Nikon Z7II, Nikon Z6, Nikon Z7
APS-C:: Nikon Z50II, Nikon Z30, Nikon Z fc, Nikon Z50