The Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM Has Started Shipping in North America

[Canon Rumors]

We’ve received word from various retailers that the Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM has started shipping today or tomorrow.</p>
<p>Demand is pretty high at the moment, and the first shipment may not cover all the preorders from the big retailers. However, if we hear of any in stock at smaller retailers, we’ll let you know.</p>

<p><strong>Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS $1599: <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1354803-REG/canon_ef_85mm_f_1_4l_is.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://aax-us-east.amazon-adsystem.com/x/c/QrpQAiTnfQniuJbtPsexsT4AAAFfePcBFwEAAAFKAdHXgGY/https://assoc-redirect.amazon.com/g/r/http://www.amazon.com/Canon-85-85mm-Fixed-Digital-Camera/dp/B074VQ6SGM/ref=as_at/?imprToken=lYqSfms92-MttVioUXf.BQ&slotNum=0&ie=UTF8&qid=1503979389&sr=8-1&keywords=2271C002&linkCode=sl1&tag=canorumo-20&linkId=ffa791915ae4de484fba999c4e2ae1b3">Amazon</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-ef-85mm-f1-4l-is-usm-lens.html?acc=3">Midwest Photo</a> | UK: <a href="http://tidd.ly/3daf76c3">Park Cameras</a> | CA: <a href="http://www.gopjn.com/t/TUJGRU1GTEJGRk5HSklCRkhMRklH?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.henrys.com%2F98798-CANON-EF-85MM-F1-4-L-IS-USM.aspx">Henry’s</a></strong></p>
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[LSXPhotog]

I woke up to my card being charged for the lens. Called Adorama and they confirmed mine is shipping from their warehouse this afternoon.

 

[mikekx102]

Hopefully this means that reviews will be out soon

 

[Ozarker]

Can't wait to see the photos and read the reviews. Thinking about having a garage sale to raise money if this turns out to be a good'un!

 

[danfaz]

Mine is to be delivered tomorrow, but I won't be home to sign for it. GAAAAA!

 

[LSXPhotog]

Mine is to be delivered tomorrow, but I won't be home to sign for it. GAAAAA!

DAMN! Mine arrives Tuesday, according to UPS tracking.

 

[CarlMillerPhoto]

Hopefully this means a 135mm f/1.8 or f/2 with IS will be announced. Hurry up and take my money Canon!

 

[mclaren777]

I cancelled my Amazon pre-order this afternoon and bought one at a store in Seattle instead.

 

[Ah-Keong]

Canon EF 85mm f/1,4L vs Canon EF 85mm f/1,2L vs Sigma 85mm f/1,4 Art vs Z.e.i.s.s.......

 

[adhocphotographer]

Looks nice mclaren777... I'll be comparing the Sigma and the Canon this weekend (hopefully).

 

[privatebydesign]

Brian already has a hands on review up.

https://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-85mm-f-1.4L-IS-USM-Lens.aspx

 

[goldenhusky]

I cancelled my Amazon pre-order this afternoon and bought one at a store in Seattle instead.

Thanks. Nice pic, looks super sharp. Which camera it is?

 

[dolina]

Looking forward to you lens samples gents

 

[mjg79]

I cancelled my Amazon pre-order this afternoon and bought one at a store in Seattle instead.

Congrats on your new purchase!

Do you have the 85/1.2 L II? I am most curious to know how it compares. Sharpness doesn't really interest me much, I'm more interested in the rendering, how the bokeh looks, does it have that "magic"? Sorry I know that's an awful word but I think that's how many of us feel about the 1.2 and I am hoping the 1.4 has it too (with the AF and IS etc etc).

 

[BeenThere]

Brian already has a hands on review up.

https://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-85mm-f-1.4L-IS-USM-Lens.aspx

A sketchy review. He had access during some kind of event, but very qualitative comments. Mentions he will do more when he actually purchases the lens.

 

[privatebydesign]

Brian already has a hands on review up.

https://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-85mm-f-1.4L-IS-USM-Lens.aspx

A sketchy review. He had access during some kind of event, but very qualitative comments. Mentions he will do more when he actually purchases the lens.

Yep, that's why I said a hands on review not an in depth review.

Having said that he does have some relevant shots, and mentions, a lack of CA, which had been a concern for some people after seeing the DPR sample gallery.

 

[infared]

Looks good...but I will just hold on to my 85mm f/1.2L II.
I never get tired of looking at the results.....

 

[mclaren777]

I like to use 85mm lenses for ring pictures at weddings and an 36mm extension tube works great on this lens.

 

[danfaz]

Just got home, and Fedex came back a second time to deliver it! Sun has gone down, so can't really get out but my initial thoughts are that it's fast focusing, nice bokeh, very sharp at f/1.4. Beefy, but weight is distributed better than the 1.2. The IS...sooo very nice! I feel like I can shoot in the dark with this thing.

Behind the box is a couch, front window of living room, a plant in front of window, picture frame on wall to the left, and the light source is the neighbor's porch light across the street.

 

[infared]

Just got home, and Fedex came back a second time to deliver it! Sun has gone down, so can't really get out but my initial thoughts are that it's fast focusing, nice bokeh, very sharp at f/1.4. Beefy, but weight is distributed better than the 1.2. The IS...sooo very nice! I feel like I can shoot in the dark with this thing.

Behind the box is a couch, front window of living room, a plant in front of window, picture frame on wall to the left, and the light source is the neighbor's porch light across the street.

Exciting....have fun with it!!!!!