Those with some knowledge of Canon lenses will know that up until recently there have been two 85mm prime lenses in the company's lineup. There's the affordable EF 85mm f/1.8 USM (£325), and the bokehlicious EF 85mm f/1.2 L II USM, for which you're required to pay a hefty premium (£1765).

Lighter than Canon's EF 85mm f/1.2 L II USM; Incorporates optical image stabilisation; Impressive central sharpness at f/1.4; Accepts filters and adapters via common 77mm thread size

Chromatic abberation isn't completely absent; Considerably more expensive than EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

The Canon EF 85mm f/1.4 L IS USM is a new professional "L series" lens from Canon. It is primarily designed for use on full-frame models like the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV or the Canon EOS 6D Mark II, but it can also be used on APS-C cameras, too.

Announced in August 2017, Canon’s EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM lens is the first in its category with integrated image stabilisation, providing up to four stops of shake correction. Developed with portrait photographers in mind, this lens is designed primarily for use on a ‘full frame’ camera.

More like an iPhone 13S. The generational upgrades for the iPhone 14 are limited to a few subtle changes. At the same time, however, the base price climbs to 800 USD, while the only true innovation happens inside the iPhone 14 Pro series.

excellent OLED display, dust- and waterproof, fast Wi-Fi, wide range of supported frequencies, great camera, very fast performance, good battery life

display limited to 60 Hz, charging rate limited to 20 watts, no macro lens, wide notch

The iPhone 14 is better than its predecessor, but it's also more expensive and doesn't have many significant upgrades.

Even faster, with a better camera and more features.

Charger is optional. Lacks telephoto lens. Price has been increased.

Canon finally offers a professional 85 without any quirks. The legacy 85L (1.2) was slow to focus and had (to my eyes) unacceptable purple fringe in high contrast lines below 2. The 1980's era 85USM (1.8) is a charming lightweight lens with fast AF but image quality below 2.8 isn't up to the demands...

Delightful images; snap-focus; versatility of IS

Purple fringe is still there; Weight

The Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is an excellent lens and should be on the short list for any Canon SLR shooter who is looking to add a dedicated portrait lens. Its focal length makes it a good choice for isolating subjects from the background, and image stabilization helps you get crisper images and...

Very sharp; Optical stabilization; Dust and splash resistant; Fluorine lens coat; Relatively light and compact

Pricey; Dim corners at wide apertures

Image stabilization has long been a must-have feature on zoom lenses, but it's not a given on primes, especially not ones with an f/1.4 aperture. The Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM ($1,599) bucks that trend. Not only does it include stabilization, it offers strong image quality, an excellent build, and does it all in a design that's not obnoxiously huge. We like it a lot, although there are compelling alternatives out there for less money, like the Sigma 85mm F1.4 DG HSM Art. Or you may want to really push shallow depth of field to its limits with Canon's own EF 85mm f/1.2L USM. Both are Editors' Choice winners, though neither offers image stabilization. Design: Canon L Series The EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is rather squat, measuring 4.2 by 3.5 inches (HD) without the included hood attached; the hood adds about two inches to the height. It weighs 2.1 pounds, a bit less than the 2.5-pound Sigma 85mm F1.4 Art. In addition to the hood, Canon includes front and rear caps and a soft carrying ...

The Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is a sharp lens with a sturdy build, a bright design, and an angle of view that's ideal for portraiture.

Very sharp; Optical stabilization; Dust and splash resistant; Fluorine lens coat; Relatively light and compact

Pricey; Dim corners at wide apertures

The Apple iPhone 14 is no match for the just-released iPhone 14 Pro, but if you ignore that, it’s one of the most effective phones around.

Great cameras, front and back, Fast performance, Good battery life, Innovative safety features

Design too familiar, Some average features

“The iPhone 14 isn't a huge upgrade compared to its predecessor. But with a great design, screen, performance, and cameras, that's far from a bad thing at all.”

Comfortable, high-end build, OLED screen looks fantastic, A15 chip performs great, Good camera upgrades, Dependable battery life, Helpful safety features

60Hz display, No telephoto camera, eSIM might be a pain for some