Samyang AF 85mm f1.4 EF Lens for Canon EF
The Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 EF is a high-performance portrait prime specifically designed for Canon's DSLR ecosystem. It stands out by offering the "dream" 85mm combination—prized for its ability to isolate subjects with a shallow depth of field—at a significantly lower weight and price than the Canon L-series or Sigma Art alternatives.
| Feature | Specification |
| Aperture | $f/1.4$ to $f/16$ (9-blade rounded diaphragm) |
| Autofocus | Dual LSM (Ultrasonic Dual Linear Motor) |
| Optics | 9 Elements in 7 Groups (1 Hybrid Aspherical element) |
| Min. Focus | 0.90m (2.95 ft) |
| Weight | 485g (Remarkably light for an $f/1.4$ portrait lens) |
| Filter Size | 77mm |
| Build | Weather-sealed at the mount |