Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF)
Macro Prime lens with Optical Image stabilization and 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with
RF Mount cameras.
What type of photography is the Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM lens good for?
The type of photography that you are planning to use the Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM is a member of Canon's RF STM Prime series of lenses. Below you can see the latest lenses in this series.
RF STM Prime Series Lenses in Canon RF Mount
Reasons to Buy Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM Lens
Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.
| Optical Image Stabilization (up to 5.0 stops) |
| Autofocus |
| AF/MF Switch on Lens |
| Focus Range Limiter |
| Programmable Control Ring |
| Full-time Manual Focusing |
| Focus Distance Limiter |
| Fast Aperture |
| Covers Full-Frame Sensor |
| 9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh |
| High Max Magnification ratio of 0.5x |
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| No Weather Sealing |
| Hood is not supplied |
Lens Mount
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM is compatible with cameras that have a Canon RF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon RF lenses are Canon R100, Canon R8 and Canon R50.
Size, Weight and Filter Thread
Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM has a maximum diameter of 78mm and total length of 91mm. It weighs 500g / 17.6 oz.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM and Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS (Canon RF mount) to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life. Check the detailed comparison of these two lenses here.
Comparison image of the Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM and the Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS Size and Weight
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM has a filter thread of 67mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM:
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Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM Lens Top View
Focal Range
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM has a fixed focal length of 85mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 136mm.
Optical Image Stabilization
The Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM features an optical image stabilization system which helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting. Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM's stabilization system is effective up to 5.0 stops.
Maximum Magnification Ratio
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.5x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.35m. For a non-macro lens, the 0.5x is considered a high magnification and will come handy for close-up shots.
Below are the 2 Macro Prime type Canon RF mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:
Aperture
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM has a max aperture of F2 and a minimum aperture of F29.
Optical Formula
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM's optical formula consists of 12 elements in 11 groups . Special elements used in this design is One UD lens.
Lens Hood
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM doesn't come with a lens hood. You have to order the hood separately and the model number of the hood is ET-77.
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Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM Lens Hood
What's in the Box of Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM:
Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM Lens Canon E-67 II 67mm Lens Cap Canon Lens Dust Cap RF Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Body Colour
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM is available in Black color.
Popular Comparisons of Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM
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