Rokinon
Rokinon 85M-C 85mm f/1.4 Aspherical Lens Canon
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f/1.4F/22
Capture Stunning Portraits with Exceptional Clarity The Rokinon 85mm f/1.4 Manual Focus Lens is designed for Canon cameras. This lens offers a bright f/1.4 aperture, ideal for portrait photography and low-light shooting. While manual focus, this lens is fully compatible with automated features on...
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Overview
Capture Stunning Portraits with Exceptional Clarity
The Rokinon 85mm f/1.4 Manual Focus Lens is designed for Canon cameras. This lens offers a bright f/1.4 aperture, ideal for portrait photography and low-light shooting. While manual focus, this lens is fully compatible with automated features on digital SLR cameras.
Specifications:
- Focal Length: 85mm
- Aperture: f/1.4
- Focus: Manual Focus
- Compatibility: Canon
- Aspherical Lens Design
Key Features
Aperture Range: F/1.4 - F/16
9 Elements in 7 Groups
Angle of View: 28.3 Degrees
Minimum Focusing Distance: 3.3 ft
Filter Size: 72mm
Specifications
Model Number
85M-C
Focal Length
85mm
Maximum Aperture
f/1.4
Minimum Aperture
f/22
Lens Type
Aspherical Prime (not zoomable)
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Lens Construction
9 Elements in 7 Groups
Angle of View
28.3 Degrees
Minimum Focusing Distance
3.3 ft
Filter Size
72mm
Maximum Diameter
3.1 inches (78mm)
Camera Mount Type
Canon
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features a wide maximum aperture of f/1.4, enabling exceptional low-light performance and creative depth-of-field control.
- Constructed with 9 elements in 7 groups, a sophisticated optical design aimed at delivering sharp and clear images.
- The 85mm focal length is highly regarded for portrait photography, providing a pleasing perspective and subject isolation.
- Offers a close minimum focusing distance of 3.3 feet, allowing for detailed close-up shots without excessive backpedaling.
- Equipped with a 72mm filter size, which is a common size, making it easy to find and use various filters for creative effects.
👎 Cons
- This is a manual focus lens, which means users must manually adjust focus, potentially slowing down shooting in fast-paced scenarios.
- The lens is a prime lens with a fixed 85mm focal length, lacking zoom capabilities and requiring physical movement to re-frame shots.
- The wide f/1.4 aperture can be challenging to use effectively, especially for new users, due to its extremely shallow depth of field.
- Designed specifically for Canon cameras, it is not directly compatible with other camera brands without an adapter.
- The maximum diameter of 3.1 inches (78mm) might make it feel bulky on smaller camera bodies compared to more compact lenses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this Rokinon 85mm lens support autofocus?
No, this Rokinon 85M-C 85mm f/1.4 Aspherical Lens for Canon is a manual focus lens, requiring manual adjustment for focusing.
Can I zoom in or out with this lens?
No, this is a prime lens with a fixed focal length of 85mm and is not zoomable.
What is the widest aperture available on this lens?
The widest aperture on this Rokinon lens is f/1.4, providing excellent light gathering capabilities and shallow depth of field.
What is the closest focusing distance for this lens?
The minimum focusing distance for the Rokinon 85mm f/1.4 Aspherical Lens is 3.3 feet.
What is the filter thread size for this lens?
This lens has a 72mm filter size, accommodating various compatible filters.
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