Rokinon RF 85mm f/1.4 Review: A Budget-Friendly Portrait Powerhouse

I bought this lens last year and so worth it, amazing lens! I would give it 5 out of 5 stars.

The Rokinon RF 85mm f/1.4 is hands-down my favorite lens. It makes portraits look buttery smooth with that wide-open f/1.4—bokeh for days! It gives photos that rich, dreamy vibe that just feels high-end, especially in low light. The only catch? The autofocus isn’t the fastest compared to Canon’s RF glass, but honestly, the sharpness and the price make up for it big time.

Now, here’s the part I both love and hate: it starts at 85mm. Which means, as much as I adore it, I don’t really bring it to events—it’s just not wide enough when you need to move quick. Still, for portraits, it’s a beast. And funny enough, Rokinon seems to have discontinued it, so I’m extra glad I grabbed one when I did. Basically, it’s my “secret weapon” lens that I wish I could use everywhere… but it’s just a little too zoomed in for running around at events.