Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S vs Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S vs Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
When comparing Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM and Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S, which one is better?
1. Largest Aperture Comparison
The Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM has the largest aperture of the two lenses at 1.2 compared to the 2.8 aperture of Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S. This means that you get more light to your sensor using Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM wide open, and therefore it might be a better lens in dark situations.
Winner: Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.
Specifications
Full specifications table of Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S and Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM:
| Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L S | Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM | |
 |  | |
| Brand | Canon | Canon |
| Lens Mount | Missing | Canon EF |
| Focal Length | 15.5 - 47 mm | 85 mm |
| Largest Aperture | 2.8 | 1.2 |
| Anamorphic | Missing | No |
| Type | Missing | Prime |
| Autofocus | Missing | Evet |
| Macro | Missing | No |
| Weather Seal | Missing | Yes |
| Full Frame Coverage | Missing | Yes |
| Lens Hood Included | Missing | Yes |