Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 vs Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

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Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM

Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM

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Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 vs Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM

When comparing Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM and Zeiss Batis 1.8/85, which one is better?

1. Compare weight

The lens that weighs the least of the two is Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 which weighs 452 g, compared to the loser Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM which weighs 935 g.

Winner: Zeiss Batis 1.8/85

Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.

2. Compare minimum focusing distance

When it comes to minimum focusing distance, that is how close to the subject the lens can focus, Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM is the winner with a minimum focusing distance of 70 cm. This can be compared with the minimum focusing distance of 80 cm for Zeiss Batis 1.8/85.

Winner: Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM

Regarding minimum focusing distance: The lens's minimum focusing distance determines how close you can photograph your subject, such as a face or an animal. If the minimum focusing distance is 50 cm then you cannot get closer to your subject than 50 cm. Macro lenses often have a very low minimum focusing distance so that you can take close-up shots (macro photography).


Specifications

Full specifications table of Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 and Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM:

Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM
Zeiss Batis 1.8/85Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM

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BrandZeissCanon
Weight452 g935 g
MountSony ECanon RF
Focal Length85 mm135 mm
Largest Aperture1.81.8
Anamorphic LensNoNo
Minimum Focusing Distance80 cm70 cm
TypePrimePrime
Filter Thread6782
StabilizationNoYes
Covers a Full Frame Sensor?YesYes


Camera Verdict

This comparison of Zeiss Batis 1.8/85 and Canon RF 135mm F1.8L IS USM was last updated on August 14, 2025.