# Canon EF 85mm F/1.8 USM

> Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM full-frame portrait prime lens with Ring-Type USM autofocus. Buy in Egypt with 12-month local warranty, priced in EGP.

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SKU: 2297
Price: 27500 EGP

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM full-frame portrait prime lens with Ring-Type USM autofocus, Super Spectra Coating, and a rounded 8-blade diaphragm for stunning bokeh.

The **Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM** is a legendary short-telephoto prime lens built for Canon EF-mount DSLRs, delivering flattering portrait compression on both full-frame and APS-C bodies. Its bright **f/1.8 maximum aperture** lets you shoot confidently in low-light conditions while achieving beautifully blurred, subject-isolating backgrounds that portrait photographers love.

Engineered with a **Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor (USM)** for fast, silent, and precise autofocus, plus **Super Spectra Coating** to eliminate ghosting and flare, the Canon 85mm f/1.8 USM strikes a remarkable balance between optical excellence and everyday versatility — making it one of the most sought-after portrait lenses in Egypt and worldwide.

### Key features

- **Flattering Portrait Perspective:** 85mm short-telephoto focal length delivers natural subject compression ideal for portraiture, headshots, and events.

- **Stunning Bokeh with f/1.8 Aperture:** A bright f/1.8 maximum aperture isolates subjects with silky shallow depth of field, courtesy of an 8-blade rounded diaphragm.

- **Fast & Silent USM Autofocus:** Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor ensures quick, quiet, and accurate AF — perfect for candid shooting and video work.

- **Full-Time Manual Focus Override:** Switch between AF and manual focus instantly without changing any settings, giving you complete creative control.

- **Superior Contrast & Color Fidelity:** Super Spectra Coating applied to individual elements minimizes reflections, flare, and ghosting even in challenging high-contrast light.

- **Full-Frame & APS-C Compatible:** Designed for Canon EF full-frame DSLRs, it also works on APS-C bodies providing a 136mm equivalent — great for tightly framed portraits.

### Specifications

Mount
Canon EF

Format Compatibility
Full-Frame & APS-C

Focal Length
85mm (136mm equivalent on APS-C)

Maximum Aperture
f/1.8

Minimum Aperture
f/22

Aperture Blades
8 (Rounded)

Autofocus System
Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor (USM)

Lens Coating
Super Spectra Coating

Manual Focus Override
Full-Time Manual Focus Control

Lens Type
Prime (Short-Telephoto)

### Frequently asked questions

**Is the Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM compatible with APS-C Canon cameras?**
Yes. The Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM is designed for full-frame Canon EF-mount DSLRs but is fully compatible with APS-C bodies as well, where it provides an equivalent focal length of approximately 136mm — making it even more telephoto for tightly composed portraits.

**How good is the autofocus on the Canon 85mm f/1.8 USM?**
The lens uses a Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) which delivers fast, precise, and near-silent autofocus. It also supports full-time manual focus override, allowing you to fine-tune focus at any time without switching out of AF mode. Importantly, the front element does not rotate during focusing, making it easy to use polarizing or graduated filters.

**What makes the Canon 85mm f/1.8 USM a good portrait lens?**
Several factors make it outstanding for portraits: the 85mm focal length produces flattering subject compression, the f/1.8 maximum aperture creates beautiful background separation and performs well in low light, and the 8-blade rounded diaphragm produces smooth, pleasing bokeh. Super Spectra Coating further ensures rich colors and high contrast even in bright or backlit conditions.