Samyang 85mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC
Legendary manual focus portrait prime lens
Key Features
Lens Capabilities
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The Most Important Rings & Switches — Samyang 85mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC
| Ring / Switch / Control | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Focus Ring | ✓ Present | Manual focus ring with long throw |
| Zoom Ring | ✗ Not Present | |
| Aperture Ring | ~ Limited | Available on specific mounts like Nikon F |
| AF/MF Switch | ✗ Not 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 | ✗ Not Present |
How-to Use Samyang 85mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC
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Learn & Master Photography with Samyang 85mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC
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Technical Specification
| Focal Length | 85mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Lens Construction | 9 elements in 7 groups |
| Angle of View | 28.3 degrees (Full Frame) |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 1.0m |
| Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Filter Size | 72mm |
| Weight | 520g - 580g |
| Dimensions | 78 x 72.2 mm |
| Mounts | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Pentax K, MFT |
| Hood | Petal-type detachable |
| Stabilization | None |
| Weather Sealing | No |
