This fast vintage portrait prime pairs a bright f/1.8 aperture with creamy bokeh for stunningly classic subject isolation.
Place an OrderReleased in September 1964, the Canon FL 85mm f/1.8 brings timeless character to your craft, offering photographers and cinematographers an expressive tool for genuine storytelling. Where contemporary glass chases sterile perfection, this classic lens delivers organic rendering, smooth falloff, and distinct optical personality. This medium telephoto prime frames subjects with elegant isolation, utilizing its bright f/1.8 aperture to add a natural sense of depth to both motion and stills.
With an adapter, this vintage lens can easily be mounted onto modern mirrorless systems including Sony E, Canon RF, Leica/Panasonic L, and Leica M mounts.
| Marketed | September 1964 |
| Lens Construction (group) | 4 |
| Lens Construction (element) | 5 |
| No. of Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Closest Focusing Distance (m) | 1 |
| Maximum Magnification (x) | 0.101 |
| Filter Diameter (mm) | 58 |
| Diameter x Length (mm) | 64 x 55 |
| Weight (g) | 445 |