An ideal lens for portraiture, the Sony E-mount Rokinon AF 85mm f/1.4 Lens for Sony Efrom Rokinon AF 85mm f/1.4 Lens for Sony Eis a short telephoto prime distinguished by its bright f/1.4 maximum aperture. This fast design, while benefitting its use in low light, also affords notable control over depth of field for selective focus applications. The optical design features four high refractive index elements, which help to reduce spherical aberrations and distortion in order to realize high sharpness and clarity. One extra-low dispersion element is also featured, which controls color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to realize a high degree of clarity and color accuracy. Individual elements also feature an Ultra Multi-Coating, which suppresses flare and ghosting for greater contrast in strong lighting. Complementing the optical design is an Ultrasonic Dual Linear motor, and an internal focusing design, which offers fast and quiet autofocus performance. Additionally, a rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to pleasing bokeh quality.

E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16    One Extra-Low Dispersion Element    Four High Refractive Index Elements    Ultra Multi-Coating    Ultrasonic Dual Linear AF Motor    Weather-Sealed Construction    Round 9-Blade Diaphragm    Lens Station for Sony E

Portrait-length prime is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, however can also be used on APS-C models where it provides a 127.5mm equivalent focal length.

Very bright f/1.4 maximum aperture benefits working in low-light conditions and offers great control over depth of field for isolating subjects and working with selective focus.

Four high refractive index elements are used to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations for greater sharpness and accurate rendering.

One extra-low dispersion element helps to reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to realize notable color accuracy and clarity.

An Ultra Multi-Coating has been applied to individual elements in order to reduce flare and ghosting for increased contrast and a neutral color balance.

Ultrasonic Dual Linear motor and an internal focusing design delivers quick, quiet autofocus performance.

Internal focusing design maintains the overall lens length and prevents the front of the lens from rotating during use.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth and pleasing bokeh quality.

Included lens hood helps to block stray light from causing flare and ghosting.

Weather-sealed design suits working in inclement weather conditions.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. My existing K&F variable Neutral Density filter when screwed onto this Rokinon lens, the supplied lens hood will NOT attach (won't fit). Can someone recommend a decent variable ND filter that will attach to this lens that will also fit with the supplied Rokinon hood please?

A: The PolarPro 77mm Peter McKinnon Signature Edition II Variable ND 1.8 to 2.7 Filter (6 to 9-Stop), BH # PO7769VNDED2 would be another option to consider. https://bhpho.to/3qou9fS

Q: 2. I still can't decide if I should get this Samyang or Sony 85mm 1.8 ?

A: Both are very good lenses and the Samyang is a very good alternative to the Sony. It produces very good images.

Q: 3. for RF mount, Rokinon/ Samyang or viltrox for an 85mm, which one would you consider?

A: The Rokinon AF 85mm f/1.4 Lens for Canon RF and the Rokinon AF 85mm f/1.4 Lens for Canon RF are same and made in the same factory. These two lenses have a wider max aperture than the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 RF II Lens for Canon RF.

Q: 4. I just purchased this Rokinon lens from B&H on 1/4/2022. Will this have the latest firmware update and work properly on my Canon R5 camera? Do I need the Rokinon docking station?

A: Cameras shipped to B&H have the latest firmware available; however, manufacturers don't notify us of specific updates for specific items. Depending on when the last update was, a new lens may not have the latest firmware update. If you need to update the firmware, you will need the Rokinon Lens Station for Canon RF.

Q: 5. what is the minimum distance from the subject and still focus? thanks

A: The minimum focus distance for the Rokinon 85mm f/1.4 AF Lens is 2.95 feet.

Q: 6. Would you like to see a full review on Youtube? visit this link:https://youtu.be/zSaIgYaHRD0

A: Thank you for your input.

Q: 7. Will this lens work on a d3200 Nikon

A: Yes, the Rokinon 85mm f/1.4 AF Lens for Nikon F will adapt to the following Nikon Models. Nikon D3200 Nikon D3300 Nikon D3400 Nikon D3500 Nikon D3x Nikon D4s Nikon D5 Nikon D500 Nikon D5200 Nikon D5300 Nikon D5500 Nikon D5600 Nikon D6 Nikon D610 Nikon D7100 Nikon D7200 Nikon D750 Nikon D7500 Nikon D780 Nikon D800E Nikon D810 Nikon D810A Nikon D850 Nikon Df

Q: 8. what is the difference between this lens and the samyang version which are both sold at b&h? I thought one line was for the United States and one was for the rest of the world but apparently not?

A: There is no difference. Both lenses are made in the same factory.

Q: 9. Are the Rokinon 85mm RF lenses discontinued? I can't seem to find the canon dock.

A: Rokinon has not announced any change to their production of the AF 85mm f/1.4 Lens for Canon. RF

Q: 10. AF not working on C70 with .71x canon speedbooster adapter?

A: If the autofocus on the Rokinon 85mm f/1.4 AF Lens for Canon EF is not working on the Canon EOS C70 Cinema Camera (RF Mount) when using the Canon Mount Adapter EF-EOS R 0.71x, you may need to update the firmware of your lens. You may purchase the Rokinon Lens Station for Canon EF, B&H # ROIOLSC, to update the lens' firmware to the most recent version from Rokinon.