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product_id: 581657076
title: "EF Lens for Canon - 85mm f1.8 Medium Telephoto Lenses Manual Camera Portrait Lens for Canon EOS Rebel T8i T7i T7 T6 T6s T6i T3i T2i SL3 SL2 90D 80D 77D 4000D,1DX 5D 6D Mark II/III/IV etc"
brand: "benoison"
price: "R3660"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Benoison"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/581657076-ef-lens-for-canon-85mm-f1-8-medium-telephoto-lenses
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Large f/1.8 aperture for stunning bokeh Precision manual focus ring 85mm fixed focal length EF Lens for Canon - 85mm f1.8 Medium Telephoto Lenses Manual Camera Portrait Lens for Canon EOS Rebel T8i T7i T7 T6 T6s T6i T3i T2i SL3 SL2 90D 80D 77D 4000D,1DX 5D 6D Mark II/III/IV etc

**Brand:** benoison
**Price:** R3660
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Own the moment with every frame—manual focus, maximum impact!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** EF Lens for Canon - 85mm f1.8 Medium Telephoto Lenses Manual Camera Portrait Lens for Canon EOS Rebel T8i T7i T7 T6 T6s T6i T3i T2i SL3 SL2 90D 80D 77D 4000D,1DX 5D 6D Mark II/III/IV etc by benoison
- **How much does it cost?** R3660 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/581657076-ef-lens-for-canon-85mm-f1-8-medium-telephoto-lenses)

## Best For

- benoison enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted benoison brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Bokeh That Pops:** Wide f/1.8 aperture creates creamy, dreamy backgrounds that make your subject stand out in any setting.
- • **Total Manual Control:** Smooth, tactile focus ring lets you craft your shot with precision—perfect for creative pros who demand full control.
- • **Canon EF Compatibility:** Seamlessly fits a broad range of Canon EOS models from Rebel series to 1D and 5D Mark IV, ensuring versatile use.
- • **Lightweight & Ready to Go:** Compact 0.49 kg design paired with included lens cloth and manual for hassle-free shooting on the move.
- • **Crisp Portraits, Every Time:** 85mm prime lens optimized for flattering half- and full-body shots with beautiful background separation.

## Overview

The BENOISON EF 85mm f/1.8 is a manual-focus prime lens designed for Canon EF mount cameras, delivering sharp portraits with a flattering medium telephoto perspective. Its large f/1.8 aperture enables exceptional low-light performance and creamy bokeh, while the smooth focus ring offers precise manual control. Compatible with a wide range of Canon EOS models, this lightweight lens is ideal for photographers seeking creative control and professional-quality results without breaking the bank.

## Description

Shop BENOISON EF Lens for Canon - 85mm f1.8 Medium Telephoto Lenses Manual Camera Portrait Lens for Canon EOS Rebel T8i T7i T7 T6 T6s T6i T3i T2i SL3 SL2 90D 80D 77D 4000D,1DX 5D 6D Mark II/III/IV etc. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders.

Review: It offer more than the price cost. - Focus wheel Functionality is smooth. At aperture 1.8 sharpness is as good as the price can be 6/10. Great!
Review: not auto focus but very good light control - Excellent delivery thank you works vert well if you turn the lens cover the right way it works very well Ideal portrait lens

## Features

- 【User Instraction】: This is a FULL MANUAL lens, NO Electronic Contacts, your camera will not detect the lens when mounted, that's why we can't press the shutter. Tips to use our Manual Lens: Set the mode dial to Manual (MF).
- 【Versatile Portrait Lens 85mm】: As a portrait lens, the 85mm lens makes it easy to take half- and full-body shots. It can also take close-ups of faces. Ideal for street photography.
- 【Large F1.8 Aperture】: The large 1.8 aperture lens delivers fantastic background bokeh. Large aperture with pleasing bokeh to further enhance shallow depth-of-field images.
- 【Manual Focus】: Please rotate the focus ring of the lens to achieve focus. Manual camera lenses cannot display the aperture value in the camera. Shutter speed and ISO need to be adjusted to take a beautiful photo, so it is recommended to use it at "MF".
- 【EF Lens for Canon】: 85mm F1.8 Manual Portrait Lens Compatible/Replacement for Canon EOS Rebel T8i T7i T7 T6 T6s T6i T3i T2i SL3 SL2 90D 80D 77D 4000D, EOS-1D X Mark III, 1D X Mark II, 5D Mark IV, 6D Mark II etc

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CL255NSY |
| Best Sellers Rank | 24,299 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 212 in Camera Lenses |
| Brand | BENOISON |
| Camera Lens | 85 mm |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (515) |
| Date First Available | 18 Oct. 2023 |
| Focus type | Manual Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Included components | Camera lens(EF lens), Lens cloth, User Manual |
| Item model number | B-85 |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 85 Millimetres |
| Max Focal Length | 85 Millimeters |
| Maximum Aperture Range | F1.8 |
| Min Focal Length | 85 Millimeters |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 15.2 x 10.4 x 10.3 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 0.49 Kilograms |
| Part number | Portrait Lens |
| Plug profile | Canon EF |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 16 x 7.1 x 7.1 centimetres |
| Size | 85mm |
| Style | for Canon EF/EF-S |
| Warranty description | 1 year warranty after purchase |
| Zoom Type | Fixed |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** BENOISON
- **Camera lens description:** 85 mm
- **Compatible mountings:** Canon EF, Canon EF-S
- **Focal length description:** 85mm
- **Focus type:** Manual Focus
- **Lens design:** Prime
- **Lens type:** Portrait
- **Lens-fixed focal length:** 85 Millimetres
- **Maximum focal length:** 85 Millimeters
- **Minimum focal length:** 85 Millimeters

## Images

![EF Lens for Canon - 85mm f1.8 Medium Telephoto Lenses Manual Camera Portrait Lens for Canon EOS Rebel T8i T7i T7 T6 T6s T6i T3i T2i SL3 SL2 90D 80D 77D 4000D,1DX 5D 6D Mark II/III/IV etc - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61a6BcHfLjL.jpg)
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![EF Lens for Canon - 85mm f1.8 Medium Telephoto Lenses Manual Camera Portrait Lens for Canon EOS Rebel T8i T7i T7 T6 T6s T6i T3i T2i SL3 SL2 90D 80D 77D 4000D,1DX 5D 6D Mark II/III/IV etc - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71g99FxtNNL.jpg)
![EF Lens for Canon - 85mm f1.8 Medium Telephoto Lenses Manual Camera Portrait Lens for Canon EOS Rebel T8i T7i T7 T6 T6s T6i T3i T2i SL3 SL2 90D 80D 77D 4000D,1DX 5D 6D Mark II/III/IV etc - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71wgG2uDa5L.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why can't I press the shutter after mounting the lens?**
A: Switch to mode M, and then you can use our lens.

**Q: Why does my picture out of focus and very blurry?**
A: For manual lenses, you must turn the focus ring on the front of the lens to focus. If the photo is still blurry after focusing sharply, please adjust the exposure by ISO/aperture/shutter speed.

**Q: Why it show "F00"? and How to adjust the aperture value?**
A: Manual lenses do not have an electronic contact, "F00" is displayed because the camera is unable to acquire aperture information. For manual lenses, the aperture value can only be adjusted with the aperture ring on the lens.

**Q: How to do if the image turns out dark?**
A: If the image is too dark, increase the ISO (e.g. from 800 to 1600) to increase the sensitivity, and decrease the shutter speed (e.g. from 1/250s to 1/125s) to allow more light onto the sensor.

**Q: How to do if the image turns out bright?**
A: If the image is too bright, lower the ISO (e.g. from 200 to 100) to reduce the light sensitivity, and increase the shutter speed (e.g. from 1/125s to 1/250s) to reduce the exposure and avoid overexposure.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It offer more than the price cost.
*by W***N on 15 January 2026*

Focus wheel Functionality is smooth. At aperture 1.8 sharpness is as good as the price can be 6/10. Great!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ not auto focus but very good light control
*by M***G on 7 September 2025*

Excellent delivery thank you works vert well if you turn the lens cover the right way it works very well Ideal portrait lens

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ a good old preset lens
*by A***R on 17 May 2025*

I've always loved the 85mm focal length on a 35mm camera and have owned a few over the years. This one reminds me of my old T2 mount Vivitar pre-set 85mm f1.8 that I used to own (in operation and optics) but in size is much closer to the old Nikon 85mm f2 (apart from filter size). I guess its a copy of someone elses design from the 60s/'70s etc but who knows. Anyway, it is pleasingly sharp in the centre and has a lovely shallow depth of field, so all as expected for an 85mm. Thumbs up from me, especially at the price! I Bought Nikon F Mount, but use on a Sony A7R as already had adaptor and who knows, maybe one day I might use it on my Nikon SLR if I could ever afford the film. As everyone says, remember its purely manual, no auto focus, no electronics at all, so manual Iris ( its what we used to call pre-set - ie you pre-set the iris before taking the picture - the camera doesn't/cannot do it) Dropped one star because: -Box says Nikon AI which it isn't of course as its a purely manual iris with no iris coupling to the body (non AI, AI or AIs). -Box says filter size 72mm - which it isn't as that is the front of the lens hood size - filter ring on lens is 55mm -Lens itself is not built like a tank, First lens I've ever seen that has a "springy barrel that physically moves the focus ring if you push it. (however it has a pleasing weight and fits nicely in the hand when mounted on camera) -Lens has a very quirky aperture ring that shows "f stops" of 1.8, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4.5, 6, 10, 22. Makes no sense at all as they are not one stop differences and aren't the usual 2, 2.8, 4, 5.6, 8, 11, 16, 22 that most lenses would have. Because its manual, this doesn't really matter too much, but bear in mind if you wanted to match the same settings as another lens that was using f5.6 or f8, then that wouldn't be easy.. (but TBH if you did need that level of professionalism you should really be using Cine lenses with T stops and not F stops anyway. -Lens shows some evidence of chromatic aberration in certain conditions eg black lines can go green/turquoise, if out of focus. (see attached image) None of the above would put me off this lens, especially at this price level. It's extremely good value, pleasing to use, quite characterful and just what you would expect from an 85mm on a full frame camera. On a 35mm film camera such as an SLR, I expect it would be frustrating as the viewfinder would go dark as you stop it down, and its probably not a good idea for those people who always use Autofocus, auto iris, stabilisation etc as it has none of them. But for someone who is used to doing everything manually (but doesn't have budget for branded lenses), or for someone who wants to learn and isn't afraid of experimenting, then this is a bargain and definitely not three bad.

## Frequently Bought Together

- 85mm f1.8 Portrait Lens - EF Lens for Canon, Manual Focus (MF) for Canon EOS Rebel T8i T7i T7 T6 T6s T6i SL3 SL2 90D 80D 77D 4000D EOS-1D X Mark III/II, 5D Mark IV, 6D Mark II etc (EF Mount)
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*Last updated: 2026-03-07*