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Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM
Canon EF
A portrait favourite: flattering perspective and strong background separation.
The longer 85mm view flatters faces and blurs backgrounds more than a 50mm at the same aperture. You need a few steps more distance from your subject.
Focal length
85mm
Widest opening
f/1.8
Stabilisation
No
Strengths
- Very flattering for faces
- Strong background blur
- Fast, quiet focus
Limitations
- Needs space to step back
- Too tight for groups indoors
Best for
Fits these cameras
A Canon EF lens only fits Canon EF cameras — check the compatibility guide before buying used gear.