Canon EF Canon EF-S FujiFilm XF Micro 4/3 Minolta A Nikon DX Nikon FX Pentax K Samsung NX Sony A Sony E

Prime

Full frame

Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8

Name: Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8
Brand: Lensbaby
SKU: lensbaby-velvet-85mm-f-1-8
Availability: InStock

4.4

(2 reviews)

Optical: 4.0

Mechanical: 4.5

Value: 2.0

Focal Length

85mm

Aperture

f/1.8-16

Mount

Canon EF, Canon EF-S, FujiFilm XF, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A, Sony E

Weight

530g

Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

Optical design

Has 12 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh. Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred.

Physical characteristics

Weights 530 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary. With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 89 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.

Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 purchase history

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What is the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8?

Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.8/16, for the Canon EF, Canon EF-S, FujiFilm XF, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A, Sony E mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 530g.

Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

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Technical Specifications

Optical

Focal Length85mm

Aperturef/1.8-16

Min Focus Distance0.24m

FocusingManual Focus

Physical

Weight530g

Length89mm

Filter Thread67mm

MountCanon EF, Canon EF-S, FujiFilm XF, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A, Sony E

FormatFull frame

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Reviews

Great lens!5.0/5

Great lens! Perfect!

Louise Robert4.1/5

Reviewer did not give any comments for Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8?

What mount is the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 compatible with?

Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 uses a Canon EF, Canon EF-S, FujiFilm XF, Micro 4/3, Minolta A, Nikon DX, Nikon FX, Pentax K, Samsung NX, Sony A, Sony E mount and supports the Full frame format.

How much does the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 cost?

Based on recent eBay sold listings the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 typically sells for around $115.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

Is the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 a good lens?

Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 has a community rating of 4.4/5 from 2 review(s).

Which lenses are similar to the Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8?

Similar lenses include Canon EF 100mm f/2 USM, Nikon AF Nikkor 80mm f/2.8, Nikon AF Nikkor 85mm f/1.4 D.

Current Pricing

Latest Price

€511.00

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Review Summary

Overall Rating

4.1

Optical4.0/5

Mechanical4.5/5

Value2.0/5

Bokeh2.0/5

Usability5.0/5

Based on 2 reviewers