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    Opteka 85 mm f/ 1.4 Aspherical IF
    Opteka 85 mm f/ 1.4 Aspherical IF

    Opteka 85 mm f/ 1.4 Aspherical IF

    85mm · f/1.4

    Overview

    The Opteka 85mm f/1.4 Aspherical IF (rebadged Samyang) is a manual-focus lens with an aperture ring, internal focusing, and a 1m minimum focus distance. Optically, it is very sharp from f/1.4, with one user noting it is sharper in borders/edges than the Minolta 85/1.4 G on full-frame (Slipsale). Build is compact but the hood adds size; the rear protrudes, complicating focus confirm chip installation (albnok). It suits photographers comfortable with manual focus who want a fast, sharp portrait lens on a budget.