Rokinon Series II 85mm f/1.4 85mm
L'élément asphérique hybride et le traitement Ultra Multi-Coating offrent une netteté et un contraste élevés, même à sa grande ouverture f/1.4. Sa construction entièrement manuelle et son diaphragme à 9 lames produisent un bokeh doux et un contrôle précis de la profondeur de champ pour un prix très compétitif. Cet objectif est idéal pour les photographes portraitistes recherchant un rendu optique de qualité sans fonction autofocus.
Aperçu
En 30 secondes
Avec une moyenne de 4,3/5 sur 4415 avis, ce Rokinon 85 mm f/1,4 est une bombe de netteté à prix cassé. Son score en social proof atteint le 90e centile, signe d'une popularité méritée. Mais sa mise au point manuelle, son poids de 839 g et l'absence de stabilisation le réservent aux photographes patients.
Avantages et inconvénients
Points forts
- Netteté exceptionnelle une fois fermé d'un cran, saluée par les utilisateurs 97th
- Fabrication métallique robuste et rassurante 97th
- Ouverture f/1.4 lumineuse pour les portraits et la basse lumière 74th
- Rapport qualité-prix imbattable par rapport aux concurrents autofocus 67th
- Bague de mise au point fluide pour un pointage manuel précis
Points faibles
- Mise au point manuelle uniquement, ce qui le classe au 14e centile en autofocus
- Poids élevé de 839 g, déséquilibré sur les hybrides légers
- Pas de stabilisation optique (34e centile), obligeant à des vitesses élevées
- Bokeh et performances macro dans le bas du panier de notre base de données
- Variation d'échantillon possible : quelques exemplaires un peu mous signalés
L'avis des propriétaires
Ce qu'en disent les utilisateurs
L'évolution de l'avis des propriétaires dans le temps
ExclusivitéD'après la date à laquelle les clients ont rédigé leurs avis - pour voir si l'enthousiasme initial s'est confirmé.
- Q2 202685/100
Buyers praised the lens condition, packaging, fast shipping, and communication from Adorama. Overall satisfaction was high.
- Lens arrived in great condition, looking almost brand new.
- Fast shipping with helpful email updates.
- Excellent packaging ensuring safe delivery.
- High overall satisfaction with Adorama as a seller.
- Q4 202267/100
Buyers praised the lens for its value, sharpness, and fast autofocus, but one user noted poor star performance for astrophotography.
- Great value for the price, with fast autofocus and sharp image quality.
- Works well for general use but may not suit extreme astrophotography needs.
- A cheaper alternative to Canon's autofocus equivalent for manual focus users.
- Poor star performance on full-frame and APS-C cameras for astrophotography.
- Q3 202275/100
Buyers praised the lens for sharpness, bokeh, and value, but one reported a confusing manual focus behavior on a Nikon D750.
- Sharp center and smooth bokeh at a low price point.
- Well-built with long, dampened focus throw; good at f2.8.
- Excellent color rendition and sharpness for portrait photography.
- Focus-by-wire may not hold preset focus after standby timer expires on Nikon D750.
- Q2 202260/100
Buyers praised the lens for its value, fast AF, and portability, but one reviewer highlighted a persistent flaw: the lens fails to communicate focal length to the camera, requiring manual setup.
- Great value, fast autofocus, and light weight for street photography.
- Excellent for portraits and telephoto street shots.
- Lens does not transmit focal length to camera, breaking SteadyShot and EXIF.
- Manufacturer refuses to fix the focal length bug despite years of complaints.
- Q1 202267/100
Buyers praised image quality and value, but some reported early failure or focus issues.
- Excellent image quality and sharpness wide open at f/1.4.
- Great value for money compared to first-party lenses.
- One lens stopped working after three weeks.
- Manual focus difficult to achieve consistently; one buyer returned it.
- Q4 202188/100
Buyers praised the lens for its value, sharpness, and build quality. Some noted minor issues like focus hunting and wish for faster aperture.
- Great value for the price, often compared favorably to Canon equivalents.
- Sharp images with beautiful bokeh and low distortion.
- Some users experienced focus hunting, but firmware updates may fix it.
- Wish for faster aperture (f/1.8 or f/2.0) on the 14mm lens.
- Q3 202183/100
Buyers praised this lens for astrophotography, sharpness, fast focus, and value. One review was mistakenly rated 0 stars but was positive.
- Excellent for astrophotography and night photography
- Sharp image quality and fast autofocus
- Great value for the price
- Impressive bokeh quality
- Q2 2021100/100
All four reviews are highly positive, praising sharpness, autofocus, low-light performance, and value. One notes a short minimum focus distance but still recommends the lens.
- Sharpness and image quality are excellent.
- Autofocus is quick, accurate, and snappy.
- Great value for the price, especially compared to competitors.
- Minimum focus distance is short but not a dealbreaker for most.
- Q1 202193/100
Buyers praise the lens for excellent image quality, sharpness, and value. Autofocus is fast and quiet, though slightly slow for movement. Some note it is heavy and large.
- Excellent image quality and sharpness, comparable to more expensive lenses.
- Great value for money, offering high performance at a low price.
- Autofocus is fast and quiet but can be slow for moving subjects.
- Lens is heavy and large, but image quality compensates.
- Q3 202067/100
Buyers praised the lens as a great value and excellent for portraits, but one returned it due to insufficient sharpness compared to a Samyang version.
- Great value at half the price of Sony native lens.
- Excellent portrait lens for Nikon.
- Sharpness not meeting expectations; returned.
- Rokinon version differs from Samyang despite claims of sameness.
- Q2 202095/100
Buyers in this period praised the lens as a game-changer for creative wide-angle photography, though one noted CA and no VR.
- Game-changing wide-angle creative tool
- Great for portraits and pairs well with high-end bodies
- Chromatic aberration present but easily corrected
- No VR, requires higher f-stop and avoids direct sun
- Q1 202090/100
Buyers praise the lens for sharpness, build quality, and close focus. One notes the hood doesn't attach; another mentions manual focus is required.
- Sharp image quality and premium build.
- Excellent close focus for flowers and small subjects.
- Hood attachment issue; manual focus may be unexpected.
- Integrates well with Canon AF and metering.
- Q4 2019100/100
All reviews are 5-star, praising the lens for its sharpness, build quality, and performance on various cameras. It is highly recommended for portraits.
- Excellent image quality and sharpness.
- Great build quality and autofocus performance.
- Versatile for both DSLR and mirrorless cameras.
- Ideal for portrait photography with beautiful bokeh.
- Q3 2019100/100
Buyers in Q3 2019 praised the lens for its exceptional bokeh, ideal 85mm focal length for portraits, and solid build quality.
- Exceptional bokeh quality, described as 'ridiculous' and 'crazy'.
- Ideal 85mm focal length for in-room portraits and framing.
- Solid build quality, built like a pro lens.
- Great value, especially when bundled with lens dock.
- Q2 201987/100
Buyers praise sharpness, build quality, and value for portraits and astrophotography. One notes poor low-light autofocus compared to a cheaper Sony lens.
- Sharp image quality, corner to corner, throughout aperture range.
- Excellent value for money, especially for portrait and astro work.
- Solid build quality and good balance on camera body.
- Low light autofocus performance is tragic compared to cheaper Sony 85mm f/1.8.
- Q4 201896/100
Buyers praise this lens for its sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and excellent portrait rendering. It is considered a bargain and a favorite for weddings.
- Sharpness and bokeh are outstanding, even at f/1.4.
- Excellent for portraits, with smooth skin tones and color.
- Great value for the price; a must-have in a kit.
- Manual focus can be tricky, but not an issue for most users.
- Q3 201880/100
Buyers praised the lens for sharpness and build quality, but one noted a compatibility issue with micro 4/3 cameras.
- Sharp image quality and fast aperture praised.
- Solid build and classic portrait lens reputation.
- Compatibility issue: full-frame lens crops on micro 4/3 sensors.
- Easy to focus and great addition to photography kit.
- Q2 201882/100
Buyers praise this lens for sharpness, low-light performance, and value, though some note manual focus limitations and one disappointment with macro use.
- Exceptional sharpness and clarity, especially edge-to-edge and in low light.
- Great value for money, outperforming or matching more expensive L-series lenses.
- Manual focus requires patience; not ideal for fast-moving subjects.
- One buyer disappointed with macro performance, expecting similarity to Canon 100mm.
- Q1 201888/100
Buyers praised the lens for sharpness, value, and fast autofocus, with minor notes on barrel distortion correctable in software.
- Sharpness and image quality are excellent, especially after lens correction.
- Great value for the price compared to major brand lenses.
- Fast and accurate autofocus, good low-light performance.
- Some barrel distortion and edge softness wide open, correctable in Lightroom.
- Q4 2017100/100
Buyers in Q4 2017 praised the lens for its exceptional build quality, sharpness at f1.4, and ease of focus, with no negative feedback.
- Excellent build quality and packaging impressed users.
- Sharp images even at f1.4 aperture.
- Easy to focus and good value for the price.
- No reliability or defect issues reported.
- Q2 201789/100
Buyers praise the lens for sharpness, bokeh, and build quality, especially for portraits. Manual focus is a limitation for moving subjects.
- Sharpness and bokeh are consistently praised as outstanding.
- Build quality is solid with a satisfying weight.
- Manual focus is loved for precision but slows down action shots.
- Lens is prone to flare without the hood; colors slightly warm.
- Q1 201796/100
Buyers praise the fast and sharp autofocus, calling it an excellent upgrade from older models. One notes slower low-light performance but still prefers it over a Canon competitor.
- Fast and sharp autofocus is highly praised, especially on D810.
- Excellent upgrade from older 85mm f/1.4D lens.
- Creamy bokeh and amazing low-light performance.
- One review mentions slower low-light performance but still favorable.
- Q4 201680/100
Buyers praised the lens for sharpness, bokeh, and value versus native lenses. A few noted autofocus issues and softness wide open.
- Sharpness and image quality praised, especially on FX bodies.
- Bokeh and color rendering described as beautiful and superb.
- Great value compared to more expensive native lenses.
- Autofocus issues and softness wide open reported by some users.
- Q3 201688/100
Buyers praised the lens for sharpness, bokeh, and value, noting full-frame compatibility and ease of use for manual focus. Minor complaints included chromatic aberration at wide apertures and close focus limitations.
- Sharpness and bokeh quality are excellent, especially at f/2.8 and above.
- Great value for price, suitable for beginners and hobbyists learning manual focus.
- Full-frame compatible despite APC-C listing, but lateral chromatic aberration at f/1.4-1.8.
- Close focus distance could be shorter; some users desire closer focusing.
- Q2 2016100/100
Buyers praised the lens for sharp autofocus, creamy bokeh, and minimal chromatic aberration, though noted it is pricey.
- Sharp autofocus and excellent image quality for portraits.
- Creamy bokeh and minimal chromatic aberration even wide open.
- Works great with Nikon D750 for baby and wedding photos.
- Exceptional lens but considered a bit pricey by some buyers.
- Q1 201667/100
Buyers praised sharpness, bokeh, and value versus Olympus, but one reported unusable focus peaking and another found it unsuitable for bird photography in low light.
- Sharp edge-to-edge at f/2.0, dreamy bokeh, good color rendition.
- Versatile for portraits and social events, but limited for distant subjects.
- Focus peaking on EM5 II does not work due to no electronic contacts.
- One reviewer found it a 'single use lens' with poor low-light bird photography performance.
- Q2 201570/100
Buyers praised the lens for sharpness, bokeh, and versatility, but some noted focus issues at wide apertures and chromatic aberration.
- Excellent sharpness and bokeh for portraits and landscapes.
- Focus accuracy at f/1.4-f/1.8 can be challenging; front focus reported on one copy.
- Significant chromatic aberration observed, comparable to older lenses.
- One copy lacked 'US' prefix despite US warranty, suggesting non-US market stock.
- Q1 201580/100
Buyers praise sharpness, bokeh, and low-light performance, but note chromatic aberrations and prefer the cheaper 1.8g version for value.
- Exceptional sharpness and clarity, especially on high-resolution bodies like D800e.
- Chromatic aberrations noted; some prefer the 1.8g for sharpness and value.
- Excellent bokeh and low-light performance, great for portraits and sports.
- Build quality feels lighter/cheaper; not compatible with older F-type bodies.
- Q4 201490/100
Buyers praise the lens for sharpness, bokeh, and build quality, but one notes aperture ring access is poor on the D7000.
- Excellent sharpness and beautiful bokeh at f/1.4.
- Solid build quality with metal sunshade and aperture ring.
- Autofocus precision depends on camera body; best on D3/D4.
- Aperture ring hard to reach on Nikon D7000, causing return.
- Q3 201495/100
Buyers praised the lens as a sharp, well-built bargain for portraits, with smooth manual focus and good low-light performance.
- Excellent value for money, especially compared to pricier alternatives.
- Sharp images even wide open, with good bokeh and low-light capability.
- Solid all-metal construction and smooth focusing ring.
- Manual-only operation requires test shots to set exposure; not for beginners.
- Q2 2014100/100
Buyers in Q2 2014 praised the lens for exceptional bokeh, sharpness, and build quality, calling it a wise investment for portraits.
- Outstanding bokeh and sharpness, especially for portraits.
- Solid construction and balanced feel on full-frame cameras.
- Superior image quality compared to zoom lenses.
- Fast, quiet autofocus with improved contrast over older models.
- Q1 201493/100
Buyers praise this lens as excellent for portraits, with amazing image quality, beautiful bokeh, and fast focus. One notes a plastic feel but accepts it for lightness.
- Excellent portrait lens with amazing image quality and beautiful bokeh.
- Fast and accurate autofocus, works well wide open.
- Plastic build reduces tactile feel but keeps lens light.
- Adorama credited shipping cost when delivery was delayed.
- Q4 201396/100
Buyers praise the lens for exceptional sharpness, creamy bokeh, and solid build, calling it the best portrait lens.
- Sharpness and image quality exceed expectations, even wide open.
- Bokeh and subject-background separation are outstanding.
- Build quality is solid, with all-metal construction including the hood.
- Hood cannot be reversed for storage, increasing risk of loss.
- Q3 201376/100
Buyers praise the sharpness, bokeh, and build, but consistently report chromatic aberration at wide apertures outdoors and slow autofocus.
- Extremely sharp images with creamy bokeh, especially for portraits and low light.
- Chromatic aberration (green/magenta fringing) is problematic when shooting wide open in bright conditions.
- Autofocus is slow but accurate; some users fixed back-focusing via camera AF fine-tune.
- Refurbished unit had scuffs and internal dust; build quality concerns on secondhand copies.
- Q2 201388/100
Buyers rave about excellent image quality, creamy bokeh, and sharpness. Many consider it a dream lens for portraits and low light. Some note loud AF and a learning curve.
- Stunning bokeh and sharpness; a dream lens for portraits.
- AF motor is a bit loud, but image quality compensates.
- Manual focus learning curve; rewarding once mastered.
- Great value compared to pricier alternatives; solid build.
D'après 222 avis clients datés, regroupés par trimestre civil. L'analyse par période est en anglais.
Les preuves
Performances
La formule optique de 9 lentilles en 7 groupes, dont un asphérique, fait le job pour un prix contenu. À pleine ouverture, le contraste est un peu faible et l'aberration chromatique se fait remarquer dans les hautes lumières, un défaut que beaucoup de propriétaires ont signalé. Mais fermez à f/2.8 et la netteté devient remarquable sur une grande partie du cadre. La bague de mise au point est douce et longue en course, idéale pour ajuster au millimètre en portrait. Petit bémol : la bague d'ouverture est réglable avec ou sans crans, mais elle reste un peu facile à bouger par inadvertance, comme le confirme un testeur qui la trouve « sensible ».
Avec son montant en métal et sa construction sérieuse, l'objectif inspire confiance même s'il n'atteint que le 44e centile en qualité de fabrication dans notre comparatif. Le poids de 839 g est à prendre en compte : sur un boîtier Fuji léger, l'ensemble devient franchement déséquilibré vers l'avant. La distance minimale de mise au point de presque un mètre exclut tout usage rapproché, et le bokeh, sans être désagréable, manque un peu de moelleux comparé à des références haut de gamme. Enfin, l'absence de stabilisation vous obligera à monter en vitesse d'obturation, ce qui limite son usage en intérieur sans trépied.
Caractéristiques techniques
Fiche technique complète
Optics
| Type | Prime |
| Focal Length Min | 85 |
| Focal Length Max | 85 |
| Elements | 9 |
| Groups | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 |
| Coating | Ultra Multi-Coating |
Aperture
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 |
| Constant | Yes |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Build
| Mount | Canon EF |
| Format | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.2 lbs |
| Filter Thread | 72 |
AF & Stabilization
| AF Type | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | No |
Focus
| Min Focus Distance | 1000 |
| Max Magnification | 1:9 |
Face à la concurrence
Face à un zoom polyvalent comme le Tamron 28-75 mm f/2,8 VXD G2, le Rokinon perd évidemment la course à la polyvalence et à l'autofocus, mais il l'écrase en ouverture maximale et en séparation du sujet pour le portrait. Comparé au Meike Neo 55 mm f/1,4, le Rokinon offre une focale plus classique pour les portraits serrés, avec un piqué général supérieur selon les retours. Il faut en revanche accepter l'absence totale d'AF, là où un Viltrox AF 35 mm f/1,7 Z propose une expérience plus moderne à focale plus large. Le Rokinon reste donc un choix de niche : un pur portraitiste manuel au rendu flatteur, à condition d'être prêt à en découdre avec la mise au point.
| Spec | Rokinon Series II 85mm f/1.4 85mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 | Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12060 | Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal Length | 85mm | 18-140mm | 28-75mm | 10-18mm | 12-60mm | 28-70mm |
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/3.5 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Mount | Canon EF | Nikon Z | Sony E | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds | Canon RF |
| Stabilization | false | true | false | false | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 540 | 315 | 540 | 260 | 320 | 495 |
| AF Type | manual focus only | stepping motor | VXD | Autofocus | linear motor | STM |
| Lens Type | prime | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom | zoom |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Produit | AF | Bokeh | Build | Macro | Optical | Aperture | User Sentiment | Versatility | Preuve sociale | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rokinon Series II 85mm f/1.4 85mm | 13.9 | 96.7 | 67.2 | 42.2 | 56.6 | 96.8 | 51.5 | 33.6 | 74.1 | 37.9 |
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR Compare | 86.9 | 77.7 | 83.8 | 82.6 | 88.5 | 79.7 | 0 | 96.2 | 32.2 | 96.6 |
| Tamron Di III 28-75mm f/2.8 VXD G2 Compare | 54.6 | 88 | 67.2 | 87.3 | 87.8 | 85.6 | 80.4 | 78.2 | 83.3 | 37.9 |
| Sigma Contemporary 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Compare | 54.6 | 83.4 | 87.1 | 93.3 | 81.5 | 85.6 | 80.4 | 69 | 69.2 | 37.9 |
| Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES12060 Compare | 98 | 88 | 83 | 50.2 | 90.2 | 85.6 | 44.2 | 93.1 | 63.9 | 83.2 |
| Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM Compare | 86.9 | 25.9 | 70.2 | 80.3 | 85 | 22.6 | 98.1 | 77.1 | 88 | 98.5 |
Prix
Rapport qualité-prix
Difficile de parler de prix exact ici : notre outil de suivi a repéré des offres allant de 209 $ à... 55 334 $ (oui, vous avez bien lu, une variété qui va du deal au délire). En pratique, on le trouve régulièrement autour de 200 $ chez certains revendeurs comme Newegg, ce qui en fait une aubaine pour un 85 mm f/1,4. À ce tarif, vous payez littéralement une fraction du prix d'un téléobjectif lumineux autofocus, avec en prime une qualité optique que beaucoup jugent équivalente. Pour un photographe de portrait amateur prêt à apprendre la mise au point manuelle, c'est l'un des meilleurs investissements du moment.
Nous suivons les prix de ce produit depuis le 30 mai 2026. Le graphique apparaîtra dès que nous aurons plus de données.
En savoir plus
Aperçu
Avec une moyenne solide de 4,3 étoiles sur plus de 4400 avis, le Rokinon 85mm f/1.4 pour Fuji X est la définition même du bon rapport qualité-prix en optique manuelle. Les utilisateurs l'encensent pour sa netteté digne d'objectifs bien plus onéreux, surtout quand on le ferme d'un cran. Mais nos benchmarks racontent une histoire plus nuancée : son score optique global est dans la moyenne, et ses performances en bokeh ou en gestion des aberrations ne sont pas au sommet. En clair, c'est un spécialiste du portrait à l'ancienne, qui demande de la patience et un peu de chance à l'achat pour éviter les variations d'échantillon.
C'est un 85 mm à mise au point 100 % manuelle, dépourvu de stabilisation, et qui pèse un bon 839 g sur la balance. L'ouverture f/1.4 reste son atout maître, permettant de belles séparations du sujet même en basse lumière. Mais ne vous attendez pas à un objectif passe-partout : en polyvalence et en autofocus, il traîne dans les bas-fonds de notre base de données, respectivement aux 34e et 14e centiles. Si vous êtes prêt à relever le défi, il récompense chaque photo nette par un piqué qui claque.
Questions fréquentes
Q: Puis-je monter cet objectif sur un boîtier Sony avec une bague d'adaptation ?
Ce modèle est conçu pour la monture Fuji X (APS-C). Avec une bague d'adaptation mécanique vers Sony E, vous perdrez le contact électrique et l'infini ne sera pas garanti. Mieux vaut opter pour la version Sony E native si c'est la marque de votre boîtier.
Q: La mise au point est-elle difficile à maîtriser ?
Pas si vous êtes à l'aise avec la mise au point manuelle. L'objectif se classe au 14e centile en autofocus... parce qu'il n'en a pas, mais sa bague de mise au point ample et sa grande ouverture facilitent le pointage précis sur les hybrides Fuji. Avec un peu de pratique, vous obtiendrez un taux de réussite élevé en portrait posé.
Q: Quelle est la distance minimale de mise au point ?
Elle est de 1006 mm, soit environ un mètre. Cela exclut les gros plans très rapprochés, ce qui explique son score macro au 37e centile. Ce n'est pas l'objectif qu'il vous faut pour photographier des fleurs ou des insectes.
À qui ce produit ne convient pas
Évitez ce Rokinon si l'autofocus est non négociable : son score AF au 14e centile le range parmi les pires de notre base. Les vidéastes seront également déçus par l'absence de stabilisation et la bague de mise au point qui, bien que douce, n'est pas idéale pour des transitions fluides. Si vous cherchez un objectif léger et passe-partout, les 839 g vous sembleront vite pénibles en randonnée ou en reportage. Enfin, les accros aux gros plans passeront leur chemin : le grossissement maximal de 0,09x est bien trop juste pour de la proxy-photo. Pour du sport ou de l'action, le score en wildlife/sports de 30,3/100 confirme que ce n'est pas son terrain.
Verdict
Le Rokinon 85 mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC pour Fuji X est un objectif qui récompense la patience. Si vous êtes près à ralentir, à peaufiner votre mise au point et à tolérer quelques compromis optiques à pleine ouverture, vous obtiendrez des portraits d'une netteté remarquable pour une somme dérisoire. Les 4,3 étoiles sur 4415 avis ne mentent pas : la plupart des propriétaires ne regrettent pas leur achat. Mais si vous avez besoin d'un autofocus rapide, d'une stabilisation ou d'une construction plus légère, passez votre chemin. Pour les autres, c'est une leçon de rapport qualité-prix.
