The Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM is a highly regarded short telephoto prime lens known for delivering flattering portrait results with impressive sharpness and smooth background blur. Designed for full frame Canon EF mount DSLRs, it provides a classic 85mm field of view that offers gentle compression and natural rendering of facial features. When used on APS-C cameras, the effective focal length becomes 136mm, allowing for tighter compositions and enhanced subject isolation. The bright f/1.8 maximum aperture enables excellent performance in low light environments while offering significant control over depth of field. Photographers can easily create images with crisp subjects set against beautifully blurred backgrounds, making it ideal for portrait, wedding, and event photography. Super Spectra coating is applied to individual lens elements to minimize flare and ghosting, helping preserve contrast and accurate color when working in strong or backlit lighting conditions. A ring type Ultrasonic Motor ensures fast, quiet, and precise autofocus performance, making it suitable for both posed and candid moments. Full time manual focus override allows fine adjustments without switching modes. The front element does not rotate during focusing, which simplifies the use of polarizing and graduated filters for creative control.
Manufacturer Items Include:
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Lens
Canon E-58 II Lens Cap
Canon Lens Dust Cap E (Rear)
Bundle Items Include:
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM Lens
Lens Case
58mm Filter Kit
Lens Cap Keeper