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Canon RF 85mm f/2 Macro IS STM

85mm · f/2 · 500g

€599
EU price
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portraitmacrostreet
Focal range85mm
Max aperturef/2
TypePrime lens
Weight500g
MountCanon RF

Performance scores

Travel60
Portrait94
Wildlife48
Sports55
Video80
Beginner68
Value82

Strengths

  • +Great for portraits and people photography
  • +Smooth rendering ideal for video work
  • +Outstanding value for the price
  • +Prime sharpness — nothing to zoom means nothing to compromise

Consider if

  • Fixed focal length — you zoom with your feet
  • Not ideal for distant wildlife or sport

Recommended kits with this lens

The full-frame portrait specialist
Canon EOS R8 · portrait, street
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Canon EOS R6 Mark II · portrait, street

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€599
EU price
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Overall score
70
out of 100
Best for: portrait & macro
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