Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM
A flagship 85mm f/1.2 L-series portrait prime with exceptional sharpness and dreamy bokeh. Available from Prosales, South Africa's authorised Canon dealer.
SKU: 3447C005AA
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The Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM is a flagship short-telephoto portrait prime renowned for its exceptional sharpness and gorgeous, creamy bokeh. The ultra-fast f/1.2 aperture isolates subjects beautifully, while ring USM autofocus delivers fast and precise focus. Robust, weather-sealed L-series construction makes it a benchmark tool for professional portraiture.
Key Features
- Ultra-fast f/1.2: Dramatic subject isolation and outstanding low-light capability.
- Portrait-perfect 85mm: A flattering short-telephoto focal length for flattering perspective.
- Exceptional sharpness: High resolution wide open with superb rendering.
- 9-blade aperture: Rounded diaphragm for smooth, dreamy background blur.
- Ring USM AF: Fast, quiet autofocus with full-time manual override.
- L-series build: Dust and moisture resistant construction for professional reliability.
Ideal For
- Portraiture and headshots
- Weddings and events
- Editorial and fashion
- Beauty and studio work
- Low-light available-light shooting
Specifications
- Type: Short-telephoto prime lens
- Lens mount: Canon RF
- Format coverage: Full-frame
- Focal length: 85mm
- Maximum aperture: f/1.2
- Minimum aperture: f/16
- Minimum focus distance: 0.85m
- Maximum magnification: 0.12x
- Aperture blades: 9
- Filter diameter: 82mm
- Weight: 1195g
- Dimensions: 103.2 x 117.3mm
Available from Prosales, South Africa's authorised Canon dealer.
| Type | Short-telephoto prime lens |
| Lens mount | Canon RF |
| Format coverage | Full-frame |
| Focal length | 85mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.2 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 |
| Image stabilisation | No (in-body IS compatible) |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.85m |
| Maximum magnification | 0.12x |
| Filter diameter | 82mm |
| Aperture blades | 9 |
| Lens construction | 13 elements in 9 groups |
| Weight | 1195g |
| Dimensions | 103.2 x 117.3mm |
Ultra-fast f/1.2
The bright f/1.2 aperture isolates subjects dramatically and performs superbly in low light.
The portrait benchmark
A flattering 85mm focal length combines exceptional sharpness with smooth, dreamy 9-blade bokeh for standout portraits.
Professional L build
Dust and moisture resistant construction with fast, precise ring USM autofocus makes it a dependable studio and location portrait lens.









