Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8

Compact, lightweight portrait prime for L-Mount.

Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8
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LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 18
Durability 17
Price 16
Usability 16
Brand Panasonic
Model S-S85

Key Features

OPTICAL 9 elements in 8 groups with 2 ED lenses
APERTURE 9-blade circular diaphragm for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS Linear motor for fast, silent AF performance
FOCUS BREATHING Suppressed focus breathing for video applications
MOUNT L-Mount system for full-frame mirrorless cameras
MIN FOCUS 0.8m minimum focusing distance
FILTER 67mm front filter thread diameter
STABILIZATION Relies on camera body I.S. (no OIS)
WEATHER SEALING Dust, splash, and freeze-resistant construction
SIZE Compact design optimized for portability
WEIGHT Approximately 355g lightweight build
COMPATIBILITY Full-frame coverage for L-Mount cameras
COATING Advanced lens coatings to minimize ghosting

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present

How-to Use Panasonic Lumix S 85mm f/1.8

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Technical Specification

Lens Type Prime
Focal Length 85mm
Max Aperture f/1.8
Min Aperture f/22
Lens Mount L-Mount
Format Full-frame
Angle of View 29 degrees
Min Focus Distance 0.8m
Max Magnification 0.13x
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Filter Size 67mm
Weather Sealing Yes
Dimensions 73.6 x 82 mm
Weight 355g