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How sharp is the Canon 85mm f1.8 wide open?

Started Oct 1, 2016 | Questions thread
hotdog321
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Re: How sharp is the Canon 85mm f1.8 wide open?

I can't speak to using it on a Sony, but my 85mm f/1.8 is so-so sharp in the center when used wide open. The 85mm f/1.8 is pretty long in the tooth and the optical design isn't up to modern Canon standards, but the price is right.

It was a key lens back in the film era when we were desperate to get anything recorded, and quite useful for portraits and basketball. Honestly, mine sits in the trunk of my car these days and I haven't used it for several years.

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