{"id":8604,"date":"2019-05-26T12:48:07","date_gmt":"2019-05-26T10:48:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/?p=8604"},"modified":"2019-05-26T12:48:17","modified_gmt":"2019-05-26T10:48:17","slug":"canon-launches-an-iconic-lens-for-a-new-generation-rf-85mm-f1-2l-usm-canons-highest-resolution-yet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/blog\/2019\/05\/26\/canon-launches-an-iconic-lens-for-a-new-generation-rf-85mm-f1-2l-usm-canons-highest-resolution-yet\/","title":{"rendered":"Canon Launches An Iconic Lens For A New Generation – RF 85mm F1.2L USM – Canon’s Highest Resolution Yet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Canon Europe, world leader in lens manufacturing, today builds on its ongoing commitment to photographers, with the launch of the latest generation of Canon\u2019s iconic 85mm f\/1.2L lens, the RF 85mm F1.2L USM. Offering the highest resolution of a Canon lens launched to date, it features a super-fast aperture and outstanding AF speeds, making it ideal for capturing candid portraiture and wedding photography. Following Canon\u2019s lens development announcement in February, the RF 85mm F1.2L USM is the first of six RF mount lenses being introduced by Canon in 2019. This lens, endorsed by award-winning Canon Europe Ambassador F\u00e9licia Sisco, will take users of the legendary EF 85mm f\/1.2L II USM to the next level of performance. All six RF lenses will offer incredible quality and versatility for those looking to get the perfect shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Impressive resolution for every detail<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Designed for the EOS R System, the RF mount redefines the possibilities of photography and videography, providing the tools for users to enhance their skills and shoot creatively without limitations. Developed in line with technological advancements and end user feedback, the RF 85mm F1.2L USM uses the RF mount\u2019s advanced possibilities to enhance image quality and communication between the lens and the full-frame mirrorless camera body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 85mm short telephoto lens provides the ideal focal length for portraits and a flattering perspective for faces. The RF 85mm F1.2L USM is only the second lens in Canon\u2019s line-up, after the EF 35mm f\/1.4L II USM, to use Canon\u2019s unique BR optic technology, which effectively corrects axial chromatic aberration that is not completely correctable with a combination of traditional glass lenses \u2013 improving resolution and sharpness. Ensuring incredibly high image quality for every shot, the aspherical and UD lens elements reduce lens aberrations enabling stunning optical performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

High-speed, high-quality<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The RF 85MM F1.2L USM is one of Canon\u2019s fastest aperture autofocus lenses for its full-frame mirrorless range of cameras. When coupled with the short telephoto length and Dual Pixel CMOS AF, the fast f\/1.2 aperture creates stunning shallow depth of field, bokeh and background separation. The lens aperture makes the subject leap from the image, whilst the nine-aperture blade system enhances the subject against the smoothly blurred background, ideal for portraiture photography. The ultra-wide aperture transmits 50 per cent more light than a f\/1.4 lens for shooting in challenging, lighting conditions \u2013 down to -6EV (EOS R) and -5EV (EOS RP) \u2013 capturing the atmosphere in every moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using the same ring type USM motor as the RF 50mm F1.2L USM, the RF 85mm F1.2L USM ensures sharp focus is found swiftly and accurately, allowing objects to be tracked as they move around the frame. Coupled with a new microprocessor, which uses a new high-performance CPU and firmware, the lens utilises the EOS R system increasing data transfer, resulting in faster operation and AF, allowing the photographer to capture split-second moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exceptional handling and durability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Incorporated in Canon\u2019s RF lenses is a control ring – where settings are programmable to TV, AV, ISO and exposure setting – adds a layer of customisation, making it ideal for wedding photographers who need ranging settings for both perfect candid moments and beautifully modelled shots. The lens is also equipped with a full-time manual focus ring, which allows manual focusing by turning the focusing ring, without the need to switch to MF mode. Ideal for shooting outdoors, or on location, the RF 85mm F1.2L USM features the iconic L-series weatherproofing, sealing the lens to protect against adverse weather conditions when shooting outdoors or on location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Award-winning wedding photographer and Canon Ambassador, F\u00e9licia Sisco commented, \u201cAs a wedding \u2013 and portrait – photographer, I need to be able to trust my tools so that I can focus on the subject and tell their story. I have been using Canon\u2019s iconic 85mm 1.2 lens for over 20 years because of its speed and wide-aperture which guarantees beautiful images, even in low light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe new RF 85mm F1.2L USM is better than I could have imagined. This lens produces a depth of field and bokeh that is impossible to achieve with other lenses and I already know it will become a staple in my kitbag. It separates the subject from the background and delivers a sharp focus on the subject\u2019s eyes which is simply breath-taking, capturing every special moment.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RF 85mm F1.2L USM Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n