The Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 RF is a high-quality telephoto lens specifically designed for Canon EOS R cameras. With a maximum aperture of f/1.4, it enables impressive low-light photography and offers excellent image quality with beautiful background blur. The lens features an Ultra Multi-Coating (UMC) that minimizes reflections and enhances color fidelity. Manual focus allows for precise adjustments, while the minimum focusing distance of 1.1 m opens up creative possibilities for portrait and detail shots. Its robust aluminum housing ensures durability and is also splash-proof, making it ideal for use in various conditions. Weighing approximately 730 g, it remains portable and is well-suited for longer photography excursions.
Bayonet lens mount | Canon RF |
Lens type | Prime lens, Telephoto lens |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Focus type | Manual focus |
Weight | 730 g |
Item number | 11434301 |
Colour | Black |
Material group | Metal |
Material | Aluminium |
Minimum focus distance | 1.10 m |
Lens type | Prime lens, Telephoto lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Canon RF |
Aperture | 1.40 f/ |
Min. focal length (exact) | 85 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 85 mm |
Focal length | 85 mm |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Number of diaphragm blades | 8x |
Filter thread | 72 mm |
Number of lenses | 9 |
Number of lens groups | 7 |
Lens equipment | Filter thread |
Optical zoom | 1x |
Focus type | Manual focus |
Durability | Splashproof |
Min. aperture opening | f/1.4 |
Aperture | F1.4 |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 0.09 m |
Filter thread | 0.07 m |
Lens equipment | Internal focusing |
CO₂-Emission | |
Climate contribution |
Scope of delivery | Lens, Lens caps, Manual, Sun hood |
Weight | 730 g |
Length | 98.70 mm |
Diameter | 78 mm |
Length | 16 cm |
Width | 13 cm |
Height | 13 cm |
Weight | 890 g |
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Measured against Sony mirrorless, 43 MP, KB: The 1.4/85 belongs to Samyang's MF line and unfortunately cannot match the performance of the AF 1.8/35 mm. At f/1.4, resolution and contrast fall short of expectations. The edge fall-off - especially of the contrast - is very high. Stopping down improves the readings in the centre of the image significantly...