In this review, we will be comparing Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM and Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS, two Telephoto Prime lenses by Canon. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 85mm focal range and a max aperture of F1.2 so they are very comparable in this regard.
We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.
What type of photography are the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM and Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS lenses good for?
The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM and the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
| Photography Type |
Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM |
Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS |
| Bird/Wildlife | Average | Average |
| Sports | Good | Good |
| Portrait | Excellent | Excellent |
| Travel | Fair | Fair |
| Street | Average | Average |
| Wedding | Very Good | Very Good |
| Walk Around | Fair | Fair |
| Vlogging | Average | Average |
| Landscape | Fair | Fair |
| Macro | Poor | Poor |
Size and Weight Comparison
Below you can find the scaled side by side image of Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM and Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS to get a better idea of how their size compare in real life.
Comparison image of Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM and Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS Size and Weight Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Telephoto Prime Lenses in Canon RF Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Prime Lenses in Canon RF Mount for Size Comparison
Lens Mounts
Both Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM and Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS has the same Canon RF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon RF lenses are Canon R6 II, Canon R10 and Canon R7.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of 85mm and the fastest aperture of F1.2.