Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM vs Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM
Both are Canon RF mount primes for portrait and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Specs are the makers' published figures; some weights and filter sizes come from a lens database quoting them.
| Spec | Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM | Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Weight | 950 g | 1195 g |
| Filter thread | 77mm | 82mm |
| Weather sealing | Yes | Yes |
| Focus | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
Which should you buy?
- The Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM (85mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- The Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM is 245 g lighter (950 g vs 1195 g)
- Filters are not shared: the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM takes 77mm and the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM takes 82mm
Where to buy
Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USMSee price on Amazon
Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM and the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM?
The Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM is a 50mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame; the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM is a 85mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Canon RF mount.
Do the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM and Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Canon RF mount lenses, so they fit Canon EOS R series (full-frame R5/R6/R8) and APS-C (R7/R10/R50).
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