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Canon RF 85mm F2 Macro is STM, Compact Medium-Telephoto Black Lens (4234C002)

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Brand Canon
Focal Length Description 85 millimeters
Lens Type Telephoto
Compatible Mountings Canon RF
Camera Lens Description 12

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  • Bright f/2 Aperture Mid-telephoto Macro RF Lens with Beautiful Bokeh.
  • Maximum Magnification of 0.5x and Minimum Focusing Distance of 1.15 ft.
  • Optical Image Stabilization with up to 5 Stops of Shake Correction.
  • Hybrid IS Compensates for Angular and Shift Camera Shake during Macro Shooting.
  • Control Ring for Direct Setting Changes.
  • Lens compatible with Canon Full Frame Mirrorless Cameras (EOS RP, EOS R, EOS R5, EOS R6)
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Customer Ratings
Image stabilization
4.6
4.5
4.7
4.8
4.6
3.7
Auto focus
4.2
4.7
4.5
5.0
4.5
4.9
Picture quality
4.5
4.2
4.5
4.5
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lens type
Telephoto
Macro
Macro
Wide Angle
Telephoto
Wide Angle
compatible mountings
Canon RF
Canon RF
Canon RF
Canon RF
Canon RF
Canon RF
lens design
Prime
Prime
Prime
Zoom
Zoom
Prime
focus type
Auto Focus
Auto Focus
Auto Focus
Auto Focus
Auto Focus
minimum focal length
24 millimeters
100 millimeters
15 millimeters
100 millimeters
28 millimeters
fixed focal length
85 millimeters
24 millimeters
100 millimeters
30 millimeters
400 millimeters
28 millimeters
model name
CNRF24F18
Canon RF100mm F2.8 L MACRO IS USM
CNRF1530F4563
CNRF100400F5
Canon RF28mm F2.8 STM Lens
max aperture
2 millimeters
24 millimeters
100 millimeters
30 millimeters
400 millimeters
2.8 f stop

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RF85mm F2 Macro IS STM Medium-telephoto Lens

RF85mm F2 Macro IS STM Medium-telephoto Lens

The compact RF85mm F2 Macro IS STM lens is an ideal travel companion for versatile photographers. Featuring a f/2 maximum aperture for beautiful bokeh, Hybrid IS, a 1.15 ft. minimum focusing distance and more, it covers your portrait, macro, low-light and video needs with outstanding image quality.

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Customer Reviews
4.6 out of 5 stars
501
4.6 out of 5 stars
152
4.8 out of 5 stars
221
4.7 out of 5 stars
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Focal Length
85mm 85mm 50 mm 35 mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2 f/1.2 f/1.2 f/1.8
Minimum Focusing Distance
1.14 ft. 2.79 ft. 1.31 ft. 0.56 ft.
Maximum Magnification
0.5x 0.12x 0.19x 0.5x
Optical Image Stabilization
Up to 5 stops* N/A N/A Up to 5 stops*
Lens Construction
12 Elements in 11 groups 13 Elements in 9 groups 15 Elements in 9 groups 11 Elements in 9 groups
Aperture Blades
9 9 10 9
Weight
Approx. 1.10 lbs. Approx. 2.53 lbs. Approx. 2.09 lbs. Approx. 0.68 lbs.

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  • Product Description

    The RF85mm F2 Macro IS STM medium telephoto lens expands on the versatility of bright, macro, IS equipped prime lenses built for the EOS R system. With a focal length of 85 millimeters and a bright, maximum aperture of f/2 for beautiful bokeh, this versatile lens is a great choice for portraits and street photography, as well as low light scenes or during concerts, and with the addition of macro capability, even close-up and macro photography will provide stellar results. The RF85mm F2 Macro IS STM is a lightweight, affordable lens that boasts high image quality and an impressive optical image stabilization system offering up to 5 stops of shake correction ideal for low-light scenes or when recording video, and featuring Hybrid IS enables stabilization when focusing on macro, close-range subjects. Like the RF35mm F1.8 Macro IS USM, it also includes half-size macro functionality allowing for a minimum focusing distance as close as 1.15 ft. With a built-in customizable control ring and a fast 12-pin communication system, the RF85mm F2 Macro IS STM is an ideal travel companion for your portrait, macro, low-light, and video needs.

    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    501 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, weight and value of the lens. For example, they say it's a great kit lens, produces crisp, clear images and is good value for money. Some complain about the noise of the mechanics. Opinions are mixed on autofocus and macro.

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    35 customers mention30 positive5 negative

    Customers like the quality of the lens. They say it's a great lens, great value for the money, and a professional lens. Some say that the IS system is very effective and nearly silent, and that it'll work well for any job. Some mention that the lens is great for tripod mounted shots in a studio or on location.

    "Great lens, great value for the money, night shots are surprisingly clear. One thing to note, noisy to focus. Otherwise a great lens." Read more

    "...But it turned out to be a great upgrade. Image quality is top notch – very sharp, good contrast and great colors. I use it on my EOS R6...." Read more

    "...’re looking for a lightweight, high performance, cost effective, professional lens! The images I have gotten with it are just 🤩!..." Read more

    "...This is definitely one of the best lenses you can get for your Canon, and should be on your must-have list." Read more

    33 customers mention30 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the lens. They mention that it produces crisp, clear, and beautiful images with nice bokeh. The lens is also great for portraits, product photography, and wedding photography.

    "Great lens, great value for the money, night shots are surprisingly clear. One thing to note, noisy to focus. Otherwise a great lens." Read more

    "...Bokeh is outstanding. Well worth the price and portability! Highly recommended." Read more

    "...But it turned out to be a great upgrade. Image quality is top notch – very sharp, good contrast and great colors. I use it on my EOS R6...." Read more

    "...The good:1. Very high image quality, even at f/2. I was surprised at how good it is for this price. Basically L lens IQ.2. It’s light...." Read more

    21 customers mention21 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the lens. They mention it's a versatile, great value lens with excellent image quality and contrast in an affordable package.

    "Great lens, great value for the money, night shots are surprisingly clear. One thing to note, noisy to focus. Otherwise a great lens." Read more

    "...Bokeh is outstanding. Well worth the price and portability! Highly recommended." Read more

    "...perfect if you’re looking for a lightweight, high performance, cost effective, professional lens! The images I have gotten with it are just 🤩!..." Read more

    "...4. It’s cheap(ish). There isn’t a better 85mm for the money when you take into account its cost and IQ.It’s somewhat of a unique lens...." Read more

    9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

    Customers like the weight of the lens. For example, they mention it's lightweight, portable, and delivers great images.

    "...The lens is light, not as quick at focusing as an EF L lenses, I don’t have any RF L lenses so cannot comment, but acquires focus at a decent speed...." Read more

    "...However, it is absolutely perfect if you’re looking for a lightweight, high performance, cost effective, professional lens!..." Read more

    "...Basically L lens IQ.2. It’s light. Made out of plastic, but you also won’t get tired holding it.3...." Read more

    "...The image quality is excellent, the build is very good and it does not weigh a ton...." Read more

    6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the image stabilization of the lens. They mention that it has good quality and is good for a Canon non-L series. The lens is lightweight and balances well.

    "...3. Image stabilization is very good, especially when paired with an R6 or R5.4. It’s cheap(ish)...." Read more

    "It's 85mm. It has macro, and an image stabilizer...." Read more

    "...It's lightweight and it balances well. The IS system is very effective and nearly silent. The focus motor, on the other hand, is pretty loud...." Read more

    "...Compact and light- Excellent IQ- Very useful image stabilizationCONS:- STM autofocus is a bit loud-..." Read more

    26 customers mention13 positive13 negative

    Customers are mixed about the auto focus of the camera lens. Some mention that it acquires focus at a decent speed, while others say that it's slow and likes to focus hunt a lot.

    "...And of course, this new RF lens has IS, close focusing distance and 1:2 macro. All useful features...." Read more

    "...The lens is light, not as quick at focusing as an EF L lenses, I don’t have any RF L lenses so cannot comment, but acquires focus at a decent speed...." Read more

    "...work with many faces frequently the frame and this lens is quick to achieve sharp focus exactly where I want it to be. It is very reliable...." Read more

    "...I know it's a low budget lens, but it serves me greatly. It's fast and silent, has a good grip to the hand and it's compact enough to carry it on..." Read more

    9 customers mention5 positive4 negative

    Customers are mixed about the macro capabilities of the camera lens. Some mention that the quality is amazing, and the macro capability is a huge plus. However, others say that it's not enough macro to satisfy their needs, and that the transition from macro is annoying.

    "...It comes with a sort of Macro facility which may be good for product photography. I say, "sort of," because the magnification is only 0.5x...." Read more

    "...Super lightweight.MEH — AF is a little noisy. Macro isn't a true 1:1..." Read more

    "...The picture quality is amazing, the macro capability is a huge plus." Read more

    "It's 85mm. It has macro, and an image stabilizer...." Read more

    13 customers mention0 positive13 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the noise of the lens. They mention that the noise from the mechanics is loud, and the focus motor is the loudest they have heard in any lens. The lens also starts the constant loud hunting when moved.

    "...One thing to note, noisy to focus. Otherwise a great lens." Read more

    "...Before buying this, I was concerned about 2 issues – slow and noisy autofocus and geometric distortion. Neither turned out to be issues for me...." Read more

    "I’ll start off with the bad:1. The focus motor is very noisy. It’s probably the loudest focusing lens I own.2...." Read more

    "...I don't like how long it is with the adapter, and its dated IS system is rather loud (and runs constantly on a mirrorless camera)...." Read more

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    As a long time user of the EF L lenses I was not expecting much from this medium range lens. I got it to handle macro and some basic portrait work.

    Lena arrived today and did some quick test shots above to check its macro capability with it mounted on an RP. Needless to say, I was a both surprised at the quality of the images.

    The lens is light, not as quick at focusing as an EF L lenses, I don’t have any RF L lenses so cannot comment, but acquires focus at a decent speed. Very little hunting if you point the center focus square at the point you want it to focus.

    Bokeh is outstanding. Well worth the price and portability! Highly recommended.
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    I rarely ever shoot below f/2 because I think it just adds more risk of an image being fuzzy; a risk that just isn’t necessary, in my opinion. This lens is not as quick focusing as a higher quality lens (like it’s way more expensive counterpart), but it’s honestly not that noticeable of a difference unless you’re trying to photograph live action. However, it is absolutely perfect if you’re looking for a lightweight, high performance, cost effective, professional lens! The images I have gotten with it are just 🤩! I couldn’t be happier!
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    This lens is amazing. Everything I’ve shot with it comes out looking awesome. This is definitely one of the best lenses you can get for your Canon, and should be on your must-have list.
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