Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Review

April 26, 2016 | Mark Goldstein | Rating star Rating star Rating star Rating star Half rating star

Main Rivals

Listed below are some of the rivals of the Tamron SP 85mm f/1.8 Di VC USD.

Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 APD R

The Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R APD is a fast short telephoto prime lens for Fujifilm X-series compact system cameras. Offering a built-in apodisation filter that promises smoother bokeh, is the Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R lens worth considering? Read our Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R review to find out...

Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R

The Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R is a very fast short telephoto prime lens for Fujifilm X-series compact system cameras. Offering a classic focal range of 84mm in 35mm terms, is the Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R lens worth considering? Read our Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R review to find out...

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G

The AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G is a fast mid-range telephoto prime lens for Nikon full-frame DSLRs. With a maximum aperture of f/1.8 and an iris diaphragm with seven rounded blades, the AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G should be able to create excellent bokeh effects. Read our in-depth Nikon AF-S Nikkor 85mm f/1.8G review.

Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital 45mm f/1.8

The M.ZUIKO Digital 45mm f/1.8 is a new portrait lens for the Micro Four Thirds system. Offering a 90mm focal length, fast and near-silent focusing and a bright maximum aperture of f/1.8, this short tele-photo lens is perfect for head and shoulder portraits. Read our Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital 45mm f/1.8 review to find out if it's a must-have for all Micro Four Thirds users.

Panasonic LEICA DG MACRO-ELMARIT 45mm F2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S.

The Panasonic LEICA DG MACRO-ELMARIT 45mm F2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. is a macro lens for the Micro Four Thirds system of interchangeable lens cameras. Offering an effective focal range of 90mm in 35mm terms, the Panasonic 45mm lens offers 1:1 magnification, yet it's small enough to fit in your hand and only weighs 225g. Read our Panasonic LEICA DG MACRO-ELMARIT 45mm F2.8 ASPH. MEGA O.I.S. review to find out if it's worth adding to your lens collection.

Panasonic LUMIX G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S.

The Panasonic LUMIX G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. is a new portrait lens for the Micro Four Thirds system. Offering an 85mm focal length, fast and near-silent focusing, image stabilisation and a bright maximum aperture of f/1.7, this short telephoto lens is perfect for head and shoulder portraits. Read our Panasonic LUMIX G 42.5mm f/1.7 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. review to find out if it's a must-have for all Micro Four Thirds users...

Samyang 85mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC

The Samyang 85mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC is a portait prime lens for full-frame and APS-C DSLRs. The Samyang 85mm f/1.4 is a much more affordable alternative to the Nikon and Canon equivalents thanks largely to being manual-focus only. Read our in-depth Samyang 85mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC review complete with full-size sample images.

Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8

The Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 is a brand new moderate prime lens designed specifically for Sony full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras. Read our Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 review to find out if it's worth the $1199 / £899 / €1049 asking price...

Zeiss Milvus 85mm f/1.4

The Zeiss Milvus 85mm f/1.4 is a brand new short-telephoto prime lens for Canon and Nikon 35mm full-frame DSLR cameras. The manual-focus-only Milvus 85mm offers a fast f/1.4 maximum aperture, 9 aperture blades, and superlative build quality including weatherproofing. Read our Zeiss Milvus 85mm f/1.4 review now...

Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 Planar T*

The Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 Planar T* is a premium short-telephoto prime lens for Canon and Nikon 35mm full-frame DSLR cameras. The manual-focus Otus 85mm offers a fast f/1.4 maximum aperture, 9 aperture blades, and superlative build quality. Read our Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 Planar T* review now...