Samyang has just officially announced the new Rokinon AF 85mm F1.4 lens for Canon’s full-frame mirrorless system. It is a fast portrait prime lens, featuring 11 elements, which include ED and HRI (high refractive index) glass, an ‘Ultra Multi Coating’ , focus distance is 0.9m (3ft) and the maximum magnification is 0.11x and weather-sealed. This new lens costs $699, first available for pre-order at Adorama.
Below are the detailed specifications:
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Prime lens | |
| Max Format size | 35mm FF | |
| Focal length | 85 mm | |
| Image stabilization | No | |
| Lens mount | Canon RF | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F1.4 | |
| Minimum aperture | F16 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 11 | |
| Groups | 8 | |
| Special elements / coatings | 1 ED + 4 HRI elements, Ultra Multi Coating | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.90 m (35.43″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.11× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Linear Motor | |
| Full time manual | Yes | |
| Focus method | Internal | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 584 g (1.29 lb) | |
| Diameter | 88 mm (3.46″) | |
| Length | 98 mm (3.86″) | |
| Materials | Magnesium alloy | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Filter thread | 77 mm | |
| Hood supplied | Yes | |
| Tripod collar | No | |
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