Canon RF 85mm F1.4L VCM Lens

The Canon RF 85mm F1.4L VCM is a portrait classic reinvented – a professional L-series hybrid prime lens that delivers stunning optical performance for stills and video. With its flattering short-telephoto perspective, bright f/1.4 aperture, and advanced autofocus technology, this lens is the perfect choice for photographers and filmmakers who want uncompromising image quality in a compact, lightweight design.

Key Features

• 85mm Hybrid Prime Lens – perfect for portraits, street photography, and video

• Fast f/1.4 Aperture – beautiful depth of field and excellent low-light performance

• 11-Blade Circular Aperture – cinematic bokeh and smooth highlights

• VCM Focus Motor – fast, accurate, and near-silent autofocus with minimal focus breathing

• Aspheric and UD Elements – razor-sharp clarity and reduced aberrations

• Dedicated Iris Ring – intuitive manual aperture control for filmmakers

• Custom Function Button & Control Ring – tailored handling for your shooting style

• L-Series Construction – weather-sealed, durable, and built for professionals

• Compact & Lightweight – approx. 636g, measuring just 76.5mm x 99.3mm

A Portrait Classic, Reinvented

The RF 85mm F1.4L VCM extends Canon’s pioneering hybrid prime lens lineup, engineered for both stills and video. With its wide aperture, cinematic iris, and premium L-series optics, this lens delivers stunning subject isolation and creative control – whether you’re capturing portraits, events, street scenes, or cinematic video sequences.

Designed for Stills and Video

Unlike traditional portrait primes, the RF 85mm F1.4L VCM is built for hybrid creators:

• Voice Coil Motor (VCM) ensures smooth, precise, near-silent autofocus – perfect for video as well as stills.

• Minimal focus breathing provides consistent framing for dynamic video capture.

• Dedicated Iris Ring offers filmmakers tactile, intuitive aperture control.

• The lens integrates seamlessly into professional cinema setups, making it ideal for hybrid shooters who demand flexibility.

Superior Optical Performance

Canon’s renowned L-series design combines aspheric and UD lens elements for outstanding sharpness and reduced chromatic aberration, even at wide apertures. The 11-blade diaphragm delivers creamy, cinematic bokeh, while the f/1.4 aperture ensures excellent low-light performance and creative depth-of-field control.

Compact and Professional

Weighing just 636g and measuring under 10cm in length, the RF 85mm F1.4L VCM offers exceptional performance in a portable, professional build. Compared to the RF 85mm F1.2L USM (DS), it’s almost half the size and weight, while delivering stunning optical quality at a slightly slower aperture. Compared to the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM, it represents a leap forward in handling, portability, and hybrid functionality.

Ideal For

• Portrait Photography – flattering perspective and beautiful background separation

• Street Photography – discreet, fast, and sharp in a compact design

• Video Production – smooth, quiet AF with cinematic rendering

• Events & Weddings – reliable low-light performance and professional build

Why Choose the Canon RF 85mm F1.4L VCM?

The Canon RF 85mm F1.4L VCM Lens fills the gap between Canon’s enthusiast and professional portrait primes, offering the perfect balance of speed, performance, and portability. Whether you’re a portrait specialist, a wedding filmmaker, or a hybrid creator, this lens delivers the versatility and optical excellence you need – all in a compact, weather-sealed design built for real-world shooting.