Canon RF 85mm f/2 IS Macro STM Review: MIND BLOWN!

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  • Опубликовано: 15 янв 2025

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  • @BrianHallmond
    @BrianHallmond 2 года назад +6

    I've got the EF 85mm f1.2 and This RF 85mm f2
    And although yes the 1.2 gets some beautiful shots. The RF is so much quicker! The photos came out great every time. The RF STM line up is so good. Getting the L lenses when your budget is tight is SILLY because the STM lenses are just quality. More reliable and faster for me. The modern RF L series might be quick too (I dont know) but the STM lineup is just a bargain bang for the buck.
    Even though Canon sucks now due to banning third party and I will probs go back to Sony and wish I went with Sony for my first full frame.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +3

      You make some great points, Bryan. I actually sold this a few months back and now I own the EF f/1.4 85mm IS L USM. I had never shot with a 1.4 aperture and I just love spoiling my clients. I went with the 1.4 over the 1.2 because I am a stabilization fiend. I, too, dislike Canon banning third-party lenses, but do not blame them for doing so. I am sure they want to reap the benefits of their innovation.

  • @walkkwithhme
    @walkkwithhme 4 месяца назад +1

    Is it worth it in 2024? I just got a new R8 and I'm thinking of buying the 85mm. Can you please advise if there's a new version or any alternative companies now?

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  4 месяца назад +2

      @@walkkwithhme my videographer for weddings just got his hands on it and he swears by it. It’s an amazing lens for the price. The f/2 aperture is definitely more than plenty for background separation, it features a decent amount of Macro capabilities and is even stabilized. You can’t go wrong with this purchase. There’s always the f/1.2 version but that’s gonna be a pretty penny compared to this. Sigma and Tamron don’t yet have access to the RF mount so it’s your best bet at the moment. It’s currently enjoying a sale too: amzn.to/4e6TO3c

    • @sweden01ful
      @sweden01ful Месяц назад +1

      Yes is worth i have this lens with R6II photo quality is perfect

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Месяц назад

      @ agreed

  • @MediocreEverything
    @MediocreEverything Год назад

    I think I've waited long enough. Sigma has had sooo much time to release something, ANYTHING! You've sold me on just pulling the trigger on an 85. Great video!

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад

      Yeah, clock is ticking. I appreciate you saying that! Thanks for being here.

  • @robigerovasilisphotography
    @robigerovasilisphotography 2 месяца назад

    Great detailed review. Absolutely agree with everything you’ve commented on. I own this lens and it is probably one of the most amazing lenses on my R6. This lens and the RF 70 to 200 F2.8 are I believe Canon‘s most sharpest lenses.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 месяца назад

      @@robigerovasilisphotography I appreciate you saying that. It was fun to own when I had it that’s for sure. Own that 70-200 as well. Wait until you get your hands on the 50mm f/1.2!

    • @robigerovasilisphotography
      @robigerovasilisphotography 2 месяца назад

      @ yep, I have that one too. Totally agree sharp as a razor.

  • @katrinaosorio2134
    @katrinaosorio2134 Год назад

    Thanks for the info.. such a great video!

  • @FleetingMoments-2
    @FleetingMoments-2 4 месяца назад

    For me it's a question of saving a bit longer and just getting the 100mm f2.8L.....I love macro so probably will just wait.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  4 месяца назад +1

      I wholeheartedly recommend that. I made a dedicated video about it on the channel. I’d watch if I were you. Dove deep on that one: ruclips.net/video/3V0AuBhNhXI/видео.htmlsi=CmUBRPRkAHn5PKQK

  • @lumixS5M2
    @lumixS5M2 2 года назад

    Thanks for video review. Using RF 85mm f/2.0 Macro IS STM on Canon R10 in video mode, when lost the focus, it is very slow to find focus back again.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +1

      Make sure to set the focusing parameters on the side of the lens so that stops from happening!

  • @james0706g
    @james0706g 9 месяцев назад

    Hello Francis Master:
    Please help and give me some advice,
    The camera I am currently using is Canon EOS R10,
    The kit lens used with it is (RF-S18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM)
    My main subject matter is toy photography.
    The secondary shooting content is street photography or portrait photos.
    Now I want to buy new lenses, after watching your video,
    Want to compare between Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 STM and RF85mm F2 Macro IS STM
    After making a choice, I would like to ask you to give me some advice on which lens is more suitable for me? Thank you.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  9 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you so much for stopping by and your comment. If your main subject matter is toy photography, I would recommend the 85 mm over the 50 mm because of its macro capability. You want to get as close to your toys as possible. When doing so, switch into manual mode so you can get closer to your subject. Hope this helps!

    • @james0706g
      @james0706g 9 месяцев назад

      Thanks for your reply
      🙏🙏🙏

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  9 месяцев назад +1

      @@james0706g you’re more than welcome. If you have any more questions, please let me know.

  •  2 года назад

    Thkx for sharing.
    Other reviews claimed that autofocus is slow and inconsistent. How do you comment that ?

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +2

      Thank YOU for watching, Vítor. I actually mentioned in the video that this is mostly due to user error; Canon made a focus switch for distance so that you can actually control how far you would like for the AF to travel when you're shooting a particular style of photography. If you do NOT set this according to what you're trying to capture then it will SEEM like the AF is slow and inconsistent. Remember to use this switch!

    •  2 года назад +1

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV Thank you. I did notice that in the video... but wanted to make really sure that the problem will disappear if one uses the correct switch positions.
      Keep up the good work.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +2

      @ It definitely should! I hope it works out for you! Thanks for being here, Vítor.

    •  2 года назад +2

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV Hi. I have this lens now (since 3 days ago :-) ). My experience so far is that when the switch is at 0,5m to infinity, the AF works great. But when it is at 0,35-0,5m (for macro photos, mostly), it works awfully.
      Fortunatelly for me this is no problem when trying Macro, as focusing manually is part of the fun :-). But people should know this.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +2

      @ That's great to hear. Yes, definitely shoot macro manually. I love the RF 100 for those close-up wedding ring shots and details. Enjoy your new lens!

  • @dineshprasadgupta4625
    @dineshprasadgupta4625 5 месяцев назад

    i just got one today and i lov it

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  5 месяцев назад +1

      @@dineshprasadgupta4625 for the money you can’t go wrong! What are you gonna shoot with it?!

    • @dineshprasadgupta4625
      @dineshprasadgupta4625 5 месяцев назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV Dear friend thanks for the question! I just bot R6II and I upgraded from 90D. I only have EF lenses. Until now I was using adaptor with my new gem R6II and EF lens and struggling to find which RF lens I should buy. As you Know RF lens are very costly. But my main focus was portraits and astrophotography! I bot the RF 16mm F2.8 for astro and this RF 85 F2 for portraits. And I feel like a winner and saving some great money as well. And less noise in the family finance you know!! I still cant understand why shall I put money on RF 85 F1.2? or anything in the similar range of money? ruclips.net/video/_W0IRhqhOQ8/видео.html

    • @dineshprasadgupta4625
      @dineshprasadgupta4625 5 месяцев назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV I bot this f2 and then after using it in a event I got frustrated and just returned it. Please RUclips tell the truth. This lens works great only if gets the focus! The more u use it the more u get frustrated!

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  5 месяцев назад +1

      @@dineshprasadgupta4625 I'm sorry you feel that way. Did you make sure it wasn't set to anything but infinity? I addressed it in the video.

    • @dineshprasadgupta4625
      @dineshprasadgupta4625 5 месяцев назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV yes I tried that as well!

  • @senyum0
    @senyum0 2 года назад +3

    i subs because of the handshake

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад

      Haha! It’s civilized and welcomed. Thanks for being here.

  • @ytwatcher6020
    @ytwatcher6020 Год назад

    What do you think about using this on the Canon R50? That would make it a 136mm. Should I get this or go with the RF50 which will give me an equivalent of 80mm and 1.8?

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад +2

      Great question! If versatility is what you’re after I’d definitely go for the 50mm. On the other hand, if you’re after a portrait look 24/7, you’d be hard pressed not to go for the 85mm. It all depends on what you shoot. Can’t take a cookie cutter approach.

  • @TC_Conner
    @TC_Conner 2 года назад

    Great review! I think I’ll go pull the trigger, I’ve watched more than enough reviews. 😎👍🏻👍🏻😎

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +1

      I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for stopping by. The link is in the description.
      What will you be shooting with it?

    • @TC_Conner
      @TC_Conner 2 года назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV Weddings, portraits, seniors, pets, flowers, but mainly senior portraits and weddings.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад

      @@TC_Conner right on! Then yes this definitely will do the trick. Those backgrounds are gonna be buttery smooth. F/2 does more for which most people give it credit.

  • @MichaelBisaillon
    @MichaelBisaillon 2 года назад +6

    I personally chose to invest in the Rokinon 85mm f/1.4. I really wanted weather sealing as I live in Canada. Another worry of mine with this lens was the slow autofocus as it is macro. With that being said your shots are great 😊 and 85mm is 85mm is 85mm. 🤩

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +4

      I almost pulled the trigger on that one but, like I said: I value IS over weather sealing as its almost always sunny or overcast here in Puerto Rico. Not something I really have to worry about. You’re absolutely right though: 85 is 85 and we just gotta pick our poison. What do you shoot the most, Michael?

    • @MichaelBisaillon
      @MichaelBisaillon 2 года назад +3

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV You are right... I shouldn't buy weather sealed lens... I should just move south haha! I mostly shoot street and products for now. I'm still fairly new to it but I really enjoy learning photography. I wish you a fantastic day!

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +3

      @@MichaelBisaillon haha! Not like that either but wouldn’t mind having a shooting buddy! You do the same!

  • @FelipeMascarenhas
    @FelipeMascarenhas 2 года назад

    Hey, Francis. Does your lens wobble when move it fast? I felt that mine was a bit loose inside and don't know if that's normal from the lens or damaged.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +2

      Completely normal. That’s the stabilizer inside. Not damaged at all. If it’s excessive then it’s a concern. I now have the EF 85mm f/1.4 and it does it even more. Should be more noticeable when the lens isn’t attached to the camera.

    • @FelipeMascarenhas
      @FelipeMascarenhas 2 года назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV nice! Thanks man! Great video by the way

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад

      @@FelipeMascarenhas I appreciate you being here. If there’s a few video ideas you wanna run by me, please let me know!

  • @johanp8391
    @johanp8391 Год назад

    Very nice lens, strong on optical quality, not as strong on autofocus. Generally, autofocus performs well, however it can be a bit troublesome when gaining focus in macro mode or when quickly changing from close up to far away. Overall a very good lens at a reasonable price.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад

      I couldn’t have said it better myself. Thanks for being here b

  • @winston9505
    @winston9505 2 года назад

    Helpful. Thank you!

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +1

      My pleasure. Truth be told I sold mine to cushion the blow of the more expensive zooms because I needed them over primes for weddings but I’ll be getting another here pretty soon.

    • @winston9505
      @winston9505 2 года назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV I’m just an amateur who takes portrait type pictures of my family and also images of coins. I think this lens makes sense for me. Thanks again for your video.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +1

      @@winston9505 that’s wonderful. Yes, that makes it a perfect fit for you with its f/2 aperture and macro capabilities. Enjoy!

  • @mathiasjohansson84
    @mathiasjohansson84 Год назад

    I have the Ef 85mm 1.8 USM.

  • @RichieColemanSr
    @RichieColemanSr Год назад

    Do you edit every photo?

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад +1

      Every single one.

    • @RichieColemanSr
      @RichieColemanSr Год назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV What about if you have clients. How many would you edit?

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад

      @@RichieColemanSr Wedding between 800-1,200 pics depending on the length of the event.

    • @RichieColemanSr
      @RichieColemanSr Год назад +1

      @Francis Alvarez OH my goodness... how many hours does it take, and what would you charge for something like that?

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад +2

      @@RichieColemanSr It's quite a bit of time, that's why we always give ourselves between 6-7 weeks for processing and delivery to the client. It's been that much easier with Aftershoot though: aftershoot.com/friends?ref=franciscoalvarez

  • @MinimalWave1982
    @MinimalWave1982 Год назад

    my one has focus issues..

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад

      Sorry to hear that. Check to see if the actual AF is set to FULL (infinite) or to a certain length.

  • @marcmurison
    @marcmurison 2 месяца назад

    Actually, it *is* as good as L glass regarding image quality...on an R7. Great lens for astro, as it is pinpoint sharp corner to corner, even at f/2.0, which I was not expecting. I can't speak to full frame, but on a crop sensor it's stunning.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 месяца назад

      I’ll have to take your word for it because I don’t own an R7 but on a FF camera like my R6 and R6 Mark II it was a great purchase. I’ve since sold it and sometime regret it because I now miss having an 85mm. Thanks for being here!

  • @Soul_Visuals_Photography
    @Soul_Visuals_Photography 2 года назад

    Hated it. Returned it. grabbed the Rokinon 85mm 1.4 and lord what a magnificent piece of glass

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад

      I don’t blame you. I heard good things about that lens. I sold mine too and now use the EF 85mm f/1.4 adapted. So damn good!

    • @Soul_Visuals_Photography
      @Soul_Visuals_Photography 2 года назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV yeah that’s a much better deal for sure.

  • @In_tyme
    @In_tyme Год назад

    I’m sure you’ve long since figured out that it isn’t sigma who needs to “put their big boy pants on”, but the other guys… 😅. Great shots, good useful quick video 😊

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад

      HAHA! Truth. Thanks for being here and I appreciate the kind words. Whaddaya shoot?!

    • @In_tyme
      @In_tyme Год назад +1

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV you bet! I’m a Fuji shooter but been trying to upgrade. My core is astro but love portraits and people. Looking at/testing Nikon for value and crazy IQ and Sony for availability of lenses… which is why Canon fell by the wayside sadly…

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад +2

      @@In_tyme That's awesome. Good for you. I personally love Fuji colors straight outta camera but kinda bummed they don't make FF cameras. I'd choose Sony over Nikon if you ask me: better AF, quality overall and third party Heaven for glass. I'm a Canon shooter and always have been. Pretty invested into their ecosystem. Not changing anytime soon!

    • @In_tyme
      @In_tyme Год назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV I couldn’t agree more with a Fuji FF! Sony seems to be the way, but for astro, there seems to be too much colour noise compared with the Z6II’s sensor. And I totally hear you with canon! If you’re in you’re in, but a hard sell if you’re stepping into the system looking for reasonable but still quality glass

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  Год назад +1

      @@In_tyme you make a great point. They’ll limit themselves until they allow for 3rd party glass. Hope you’re able to make the right decision for yourself! Thanks for being here.

  • @BartRos1980
    @BartRos1980 2 года назад +1

    I will definitely give a sub.great review. I am a Sony shooter switching to Canon (better pro services and colors). But no Sigma glass. Its really too bad. But with all the Canon glass we can at least join the CPS gold tier.

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад

      Thanks for stopping by and it’s a pleasure to have you where. Happy you enjoyed the review and are switching to Canon (hehe). As a Sigma fanboy, I can totally relate. I’ve been waiting for their RF glass so long that I couldn’t wait and went first party with all my lenses. Admittedly I sold this lens as part of my non-L glass bundle but regretted it immediately. Such a nice piece of glass for the price. I had to go for the RF 24-70 and 70-200 because I’m shooting weddings now and need the versatility. What do your shoot?

    • @jerrycurl502
      @jerrycurl502 2 года назад +1

      If you're going to shoot action, stay with sony. If portraits and weddings, either is fine. Landscape, stick with sony. Canon would be my choice for portrait photography

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад

      @@jerrycurl502 I don’t see myself migrating to Sony anytime soon. Canon is finally keeping up with the mirrorless Joneses by eliminating recording times, stacking sensors and increasing FPS, etc.

    • @jerrycurl502
      @jerrycurl502 2 года назад

      @@FranciscoAlvarezTV you can't go wrong either way. If you already have investment in canon glass then no question to stay with canon. Im a sports photographer and my A9 has a stack sensor which is nice so the volleyball doesn't look like an Easter egg when it gets hits hard. I have friends that shoot canon and they love it. I actually own fujifilm and canon as well. To be honest, I like all 3. I'm using my canon for portraits with only 1 lens. 85mm 2.0 macro. It's crazy sharp. And my Fujifilm is a crop sensor I use when traveling. It's very lightweight but packs a punch. The color science for all 3 are spectacular!!

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  2 года назад +1

      @@jerrycurl502 Right on! I actually owned that 85mm f/2 but sold it to cushion the blow of the 24-70 f/2.8 which I need for weddings. At this point in time, I think cameras are so good and comparable regardless of the manufacturer that you just have to pick your poison. I think that when it comes time to make the decision, they're so similar across the board that you end up making a purchasing decision based on how it feels in your hand and the menu system, lol

  • @brianwest2445
    @brianwest2445 9 месяцев назад

    I want to get this one so bad cuz I just bought the 28-70 f2 so I’m poor for the time. But if sigma makes one I’ll want that one more lol

    • @FranciscoAlvarezTV
      @FranciscoAlvarezTV  9 месяцев назад +2

      Just got that one too, actually. You’re not gonna go wrong with this lens in the meantime. I don’t think Sigma is gonna come out with RF glass until at least next year.

  • @Orwaha
    @Orwaha Год назад

    Great video. One criticism is if the lens is under 500 grams, don’t write that it’s 500 grams. I know it’s niche, but ultralight backpackers are measuring down to the gram.

  • @inigotaylor9401
    @inigotaylor9401 Год назад

    Street photography and even moderate telephoto is a mistake ,

  • @fenf777
    @fenf777 21 день назад

    Not liking your vignette edit because its too much anyway thanks for sharing