Rokinon 85mm T/1.5 AS IF UMC II Lens
The Rokinon 85mm T/1.5 is a 85mm f/1.5 lens designed for Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, Fujifilm X mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Rokinon 85mm T/1.5 AS IF UMC II Lens
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Lens Overview — Rokinon 85mm T/1.5
Key Features — Rokinon 85mm T/1.5
85mm T/1.5 Aperture: A calibrated T-stop rating rather than an f-stop approximation ensures consistent, predictable exposure across matched camera setups.
Full-Frame Image Circle: Covers full-frame sensors without vignetting, making it usable across a wide range of sensor sizes including Super 35 and APS-C.
Multi-Mount Availability: Available in Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, and Fujifilm X mounts, allowing use across multiple camera systems.
Manual Focus Design: Dedicated manual focus ring supports smooth, repeatable focus pulls suited to professional cinema and video workflows.
AS IF Optical Construction: Aspherical and extra-low dispersion elements work together to reduce chromatic aberration and distortion across the frame.
UMC II Coating: Ultra Multi-Coating minimizes lens flare and ghosting, helping maintain contrast and color accuracy in high-contrast lighting.
Lens Specifications — Rokinon 85mm T/1.5
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Video / Cinematography, Studio, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 85mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.5 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, Fujifilm X |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 72mm |
Description — Rokinon 85mm T/1.5
The Rokinon 85mm T/1.5 AS IF UMC II is a manual-focus prime lens designed specifically for cinema and video use, with a full-frame image circle that extends its versatility to still photography as well. The headline spec is its T1.5 maximum aperture — a true measured transmission value rather than a geometric f-stop estimate — making it a reliable choice when consistent exposure matching across lenses matters. At a fixed 85mm focal length, the lens offers a stable, distortion-friendly perspective well regarded for close-up and portrait-style work.
Mount options span Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, and Fujifilm X, making it one of the more versatile single-lens investments for shooters working across multiple camera platforms. The 72mm filter thread keeps filter compatibility broad, and the 582g body weight keeps it manageable on a variety of support systems. With no autofocus and no image stabilization, this lens is built for disciplined, intentional shooting — right at home in narrative film, documentary, and controlled photography environments.
Pros — Rokinon 85mm T/1.5
- ✓Fast T1.5 maximum aperture provides a calibrated, exposure-accurate T-stop rating ideal for multi-camera video productions
- ✓Full-frame image circle coverage ensures compatibility with a wide range of sensor sizes without vignetting
- ✓Available in five mounts — Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, and Fujifilm X — offering broad camera system compatibility
Cons — Rokinon 85mm T/1.5
- ✗No autofocus support makes it less suitable for run-and-gun or fast-moving subject photography
- ✗No image stabilization, so handheld shooting at this focal length requires careful technique or in-body stabilization
- ✗At 582g, the lens adds meaningful weight to a handheld or gimbal-based rig
Videos — Rokinon 85mm T/1.5
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