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Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF RF Mount Review

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF

Main Features

  • 85mm Focal Range
  • F1.4 Max Aperture
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 72mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon RF Mount
  • Weight: 730g / 1.61 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 78mm x 99mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 1m
  • Max Magnification: 0.09x
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Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF Overview


Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF is a Fixed aperture Manual Focus (MF) Telephoto Prime lens with 35mm FF max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with RF Mount cameras. Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF is also sold under the Rokinon MF 85mm F1.4 RF name in some countries.

What type of photography is the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifeAverage
SportsGood
PortraitExcellent
TravelFair
StreetAverage
WeddingVery Good
Walk AroundFair
VloggingAverage
LandscapeFair
MacroPoor

Lenses in Canon RF Mount with Same Focal and Aperture Range
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 RF Lens Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 RF
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35mm FF 584gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Weather-sealed
Aperture Ring
Distance Scale
DoF(Depth of Field) Scale
Hood supplied
Full-time Manual Focusing
Very Fast Aperture
Covers Full-Frame Sensor
8 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
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CONs
No Autofocus


Lens Mount

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF 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. Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF has a maximum diameter of 78mm and total length of 99mm. It weighs 730g / 25.8 oz.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF and Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 RF (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.

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF vs Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 RF Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF and the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 RF Size and Weight

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF has a filter thread of 72mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF:

  • 72mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 72mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 72mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF has a fixed focal length of 85mm.



Weather Sealings

The Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF is a weather-sealed lens, which provides extra protection to prevent water and dust get inside the lens and camera body under light rain, snow and wind. In order to have effective protection, you have to pair the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF with a weather-sealed camera body such as the Canon R8, Canon R6 II and Canon R7.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.09x and has a minimum focusing distance of 1m. 0.09x means that the max magnification ratio is very low and not suitable even for modest close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Telephoto Prime type Canon RF mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM: 0.26x - (Compare)
  • Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS: 0.12x - (Compare)
  • Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM: 0.12x - (Compare)

Aperture

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF has a max aperture of F1.4 and a minimum aperture of F22.

Optical Formula

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF's optical formula consists of 9 elements in 7 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • 1 H-ASP element
  • Ultra Multi Coating

Lens Hood

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos.

Body Colour

Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF amongst Camera Decision readers.

Top Alternatives of Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF Lens
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 RF Lens Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 RF
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35mm FF 584 g / 1.28 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM Lens Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM
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35mm FF 500 g / 1.10 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM Lens Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM
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35mm FF 1,195 g / 2.63 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2 Lens Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2
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35mm FF 548 g / 1.21 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS Lens Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS
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35mm FF 1,195 g / 2.63 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM Lens Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM
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35mm FF 730 g / 1.61 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Laowa 85mm f5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens Laowa 85mm f5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO
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35mm FF 310 g / 0.68 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 EF Lens Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 EF
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35mm FF 485 g / 1.07 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF Alternatives in Canon RF Mount
Model Coverage Weight Focusing Street Price
Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM Lens Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro IS STM
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35mm FF 500 g / 1.10 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM Lens Canon RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM
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35mm FF 730 g / 1.61 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS Lens Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS
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35mm FF 1195 g / 2.63 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM Lens Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM
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35mm FF 1195 g / 2.63 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Laowa 85mm f5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens Laowa 85mm f5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO
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35mm FF 310 g / 0.68 lb MF Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 RF Lens Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 RF
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35mm FF 584 g / 1.28 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo

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Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 RF Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Samyang
Lens Type Prime
Lens Type Telephoto Prime
Lens Mount Canon RF
Max Format 35mm FF
Focal Range 85mm
Image Stabilization
Colour Black
Zoom Method No Zoom
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 1.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F1.4
Min Aperture F22
Aperture Ring Yes
Diaphragm Blades 8
Optics
Optical Elements 9
Optical Groups 7
Special Elements 1 H-ASP element + Ultra Multi Coating

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 1m
Max Magnification 0.09X
Autofocus No
AF Motor Type No AF
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Unknown
Distance Scale Yes
DoF Scale Yes
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 730g
Diameter 78mm
Length 99mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Filter Thread 72mm
Filter Notes -
Hood Supplied Yes
Tripod Collar No
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