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AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II

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Table of Contents / Table des matières hide
1 Presentation
1.1 Specifications
2 Optical performances / Performances Optiques
2.1 Sharpness / Piqué
2.2 Vignetting , chromatic aberrations , distortion, flare, sunstars
2.2 Vignettage, aberrations chromatiques, distorsion, flare, effets d’étoiles
2.3 Bokeh / Color rendition – Bokeh / Rendu des Couleurs
3 Video
4 Comparison with other 85mm F1.8
5 Sample of Photos / Exemples de Photos
6 Conclusion (English)
6 Conclusion (Français)
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1 Presentation

1.1 Specifications

  • Weight : 441g
  • Price : 329 euros
  • Aperture : F1.8- F16
  • Length : 96mm
  • Filter : 62mm
  • 11 blades aperture
  • Buttons : AF/MF, focus hold
  • Clickless aperture ring
  • Minimal focusing distance : 80 cm
  • Lens hood
  • USB C port for firmware upgrade

The AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II , is the new version of the AstrHori 85mm F1.8, its build construction is very good , the lens has good ergonomics with a clickless aperture ring

A black camera lens with a wide lens hood, featuring textured grip and various control switches, designed for E-mount cameras.
A close-up view of an 85mm f/1.8 camera lens featuring a textured black surface, focus and aperture markings, and an AF/MF switch.
Close-up of a black camera lens with textured grip, labeled E-mount, featuring focus switch for AF and MF.
Close-up image of an 85mm F1.8 camera lens with focus and aperture markings.
Close-up of an 85mm f/1.8 camera lens, showcasing its textured black body, focus ring, and autofocus/manual focus switch.
  • Poids : 441g
  • Prix : 329 euros
  • Ouverture : F1.8 – F16
  • Longueur : 96mm
  • Filtre : 62mm
  • Diaphragme à 11 lamelles
  • Boutons : AF/MF, maintient de mise au point
  • Bague d’ouverture sans clics
  • Distance minimale de mise au point : 80cm
  • Pare soleil
  • Protection tout temps
  • Port USB C pour les mise à jour

Le AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II est al nouvelle version du AstrHori 85mm F1.8. La qualité de construction est très bonne. L’ergonomie aussi avec une bague d’ouverture sans clics

A Sony Alpha 7R camera with a lens attached, featuring a sleek black design and a lens hood.
A Sony Alpha 7R camera with a black body and a silver 35mm lens attached, displayed from a slight angle.

AF performance

  • AF is fast, and quite accurate. In burs mode it works well but for moving subject when it comes close it can loose the tracking
  • Eye AF / Tracking is working well

Performances AF

  • L’AF est rapide, et précis . Pour de la rafale sur des sujets en mouvement sil y a on bon suivi mais l’objectif peut perdre le point quand le sujet s’approche trop près
  • L’AF sur les yeux fonctionne bien
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A person riding a bicycle in an urban setting, wearing a navy sweater and olive green pants, with short gray hair. They are passing by a large sign related to an opera house.
A person cycling past informational displays in an outdoor plaza.
A person riding a bicycle in an urban area, with various advertising posters and displays in the background.
A woman riding a red bicycle with a large box in a basket, wearing sunglasses and a black dress with stripes, in a busy urban setting with pedestrians and trucks.
A woman riding a bicycle in the city, carrying a package, with pedestrians and vehicles in the background.
A woman riding an electric bike, carrying packages and a tote bag, on a city street beside a delivery truck.
A blurred image of a woman riding a bicycle with a large box and a bag, while a delivery truck is parked in the background in an urban setting.
A woman riding a bicycle with a tote bag and a package, blurred background of a shopping area.
A woman riding a bicycle carrying shopping bags and a cardboard box, with a store in the background.
A man riding an electric scooter through an outdoor pedestrian area with informational displays and seating in the background.
A man wearing a helmet rides a scooter in a busy outdoor plaza, with people and posters in the background.
A man wearing a helmet stands on an electric scooter, dressed in a black jacket and blue jeans, in an urban area with people walking in the background.
A person in a black helmet riding an electric scooter on a city street, viewed from behind.
A person riding an electric scooter through a city square, surrounded by pedestrians and modern buildings. Visible security poles with red caps in the foreground.

2 Optical performances / Performances Optiques

The tests were mainly made on a Sony A7RV, with its 61 Mpix

Les tests ont été effectués principalement sur un A7RV avec ses 61Mpix

2.1 Sharpness / Piqué

Table showing lens performance ratings for different apertures (F-stops) including Excellent, Outstanding, Very Good, Good, and Average for both Centre and Corner areas.
  • In the centre : the sharpness is excellent wide open and outstanding at F2.8
  • In the corners : sharpness is very good at F1.8 and also reach excellence as of F2.8
  • Globally an excellent performance
  • Au centre : le piqué est excellent dès la pleine ouverture et superbe à F2.8
  • Dans les coins : le piqué est très bon à F1.8 et excellent dès F2.8
  • Uneexcellente performance

Centre / Centre

A cozy bookshelf filled with various books, including cookbooks, novels, and decorative items, along with a 20 euro banknote displayed on the shelf.
  • F1.8
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F8
  • F11
  • F16

Corners / Coins

A close-up view of a bookshelf filled with various books, including cookbooks and novels. Decorative items like a golden pear-shaped object and small figurines are also visible on the shelf.
  • F1.8
  • F2
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F8
  • F11
  • F16

Sharpness at close distance / Piqué sur sujets proches

  • Very good centre wide open reaching quickly excellent
  • Au centre très bon à pleine ouverture et excellent dès f2.8.
Close-up of a bookshelf filled with various cookbooks, featuring titles in French and a €20 banknote at the bottom.
  • F1.8
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F8
  • F11
  • F16

Sharpness at long distance / Piqué sur sujets lointains

  • very good to excellent centre wide open reaching quickly outstanding results. Good corner wide open reaching excellence at F5.6
  • Au centre très bon à excellent à pleine ouverture et superbe dès f2.8. Bon coin atteignant l’excellence à F5.6
Close-up of a building facade with colorful, abstract patterns on glass windows.
centre F1.8
Close-up view of modern building facade showcasing glass panels and metal framing.
corner F1.8
Close-up of a building facade with colorful, abstract patterns reflecting light, showcasing windows and textures.
centre F2.8
Close-up of a modern building facade with reflective glass windows and geometric patterns.
corners F2.8
Close-up of building facade featuring colorful abstract patterns with glass windows and metal frames.
centre F5.6
Close-up of a modern building's glass façade displaying reflections and geometric patterns.
corner F5.6
A large mural depicting a man wearing a bowler hat and a bow tie, superimposed on the windows of a modern building.
centre
Close-up of a modern building with large windows, featuring an artistic mural on the facade, under a clear blue sky.
corner
Close-up view of a decorative architectural feature on a building, featuring gold accents and the inscriptions 'AN' and 'NO'.
centre f1.8
A golden statue of a female figure holding a flowing scarf against a clear blue sky.
corner f1.8
Close-up of ornate architecture featuring decorative columns and gold leaf accents, with window frames and inscriptions 'AN' and 'NO'.
centre f2.8
A golden statue of a figure holding a banner and a musical instrument, set against a clear blue sky.
corner f2.8
Architectural detail featuring ornate stonework with gilded decorations, displaying the words 'AN' and 'NO' beneath windows.
centre f5.6
A golden statue of a female figure holding a trumpet and a flowing flag against a blue sky.
corner f5.6
Historic buildings with ornate facades in a vibrant square, featuring tents with colorful canopies and clear blue sky.
full size
Abstract view of a modern building facade featuring glass windows and angled metal sunshades.
F1.8 centre
Close-up of a modern glass building facade with large windows and curved lines.
F1.8 corner
Close-up of a modern glass building facade with curved design and metal accents.
F2.8 centre
Close-up of a modern glass building facade featuring a series of windows with reflections.
F2.8 corner
Close-up of a modern building facade featuring curved glass panels and metal slats.
F5.6 centre
Close-up view of a modern building's glass facade featuring curved sections and reflections.
F5.6 corner
Close-up view of a modern glass skyscraper with curved glass panels, featuring a white building base and surrounding green trees.

Sharpness for portraits / Piqué pour les portraits

  • The sharpness is very good to excellent wide open and excellent as of F2.8 , outstanding at f4 and skin rendering is very good
  • Le piqué est très bon à excellent dès la pleine ouverture ,t excellent dès F2.8, superbe à F4 Le rendu des peaux est très bon
A young woman with long blonde hair and sunglasses on her head smiles at the camera in an urban setting.
AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II @F1.8
Close-up of a human eye highlighting the iris and eyelashes.
crop 100%
AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II @F1.8
Smiling young woman with long blonde hair and sunglasses on her head, standing in a street with blurred background.
F2.8
Close-up of a human eye with light-colored iris and long eyelashes.
A woman with long blond hair and sunglasses smiles at the camera, standing outdoors in a busy urban area.
F4
Close-up of a human eye with long eyelashes and subtle makeup details.
A young man smiling in a casual setting, wearing sunglasses on his head and a light gray shirt.
F1.8
Close-up of a human eye with brown iris and eyelashes, showing detailed skin texture around the eye.
A young man smiling while wearing sunglasses, standing in a city street with blurred passersby in the background.
F2.8
Close-up of a human eye with hazel irises and subtle reflections in the pupil.
A young man with short hair and sunglasses resting on his head, smiling in an urban setting with blurred people in the background.
F4
Close-up of a human eye with brown iris and eyelashes.

2.2 Vignetting , chromatic aberrations , distortion, flare, sunstars

  • Vignetting is strong at F1.8, low at f2.8 , and disappears at F4
  • Distortion is moderate in pincushion
  • Chromatic aberrations are moderate
  • LoCA are moderate
  • Resistance to flare is average/good
  • At F16 we can get sunstars

2.2 Vignettage, aberrations chromatiques, distorsion, flare, effets d’étoiles

  • Le vignettage est important à F1.8 et disparait vers F4
  • La distorsion est modérée en coussinet
  • Les aberrations chromatiques sont moyennes
  • Les AC longitudinales sont moyennes
  • La résistance au flare est moyenne à bonne
  • Des effets d’étoiles peuvent être obtenus vers F16
A close-up view of a bookshelf filled with various books, organized by size and color. Some books have visible titles in French, while a 20 euro note is placed on the shelf.
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A wooden bookshelf filled with various books, including cookbooks and literature, with a 20 euro note placed in front of the books.
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Sunlight filtering through lush green leaves of trees.
F1.8 CA
A close-up view of branches and leaves with sunlight filtering through, creating a dappled light effect.
Crop 100% CA
Bright sun shining through tree branches with rays of light filtering through the leaves.
F16 resistance to flare and sunstars
Open book displaying text on the pages, with a focus on the left side showing a portion of the content.
F1.8 LoCA
Close-up of printed text discussing the architecture of Toraja houses, highlighting their distinct construction and cultural significance.
crop 100% LoCA

2.3 Bokeh / Color rendition – Bokeh / Rendu des Couleurs

  • The Bokeh balls are very good and stay well rounded up to F2.8
  • The background blur is nice and quite soft up to F2.8 but become a little bit busier at F4
  • Color rendition is very good
  • Contrast is very good.
  • Les ronds de Bokeh sont très bon à pleine ouverture et restent bien ronds jusque F2.8
  • Le flou d’arrière plan est doux, mais devient légèrement nerveux à F4
  • Le rendu des couleurs est très bon
  • Le contraste est très bon
A Playmobil figure standing on a small black pedestal, with soft bokeh lights in the background creating a vibrant atmosphere.
F1.8
A Playmobil figurine standing on a small pedestal with a blurred colorful bokeh background.
F2
A colorful Playmobil figurine with light brown hair and a vest stands atop a camera lens, surrounded by a blurred background of soft, colorful bokeh lights.
F2.8
A Playmobil figure with brown hair, wearing a blue vest and gray pants, stands on a red object, with a blurred background featuring colorful bokeh lights.
F4
A focused image of a Playmobil figurine wearing a suit, standing on a red object, with colorful bokeh lights in the background.
F5.6
  • F1.8
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F1.8
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F1.8
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F1.8
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F1.8
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
A close-up of a chain locking a wooden gate, secured with a combination padlock and surrounded by green ivy.
Close-up view of lush green ivy leaves with varying shades and shapes, showcasing their intricate patterns and textures.
A large LEGO astronaut figure in an orange space suit, waving with one hand, standing on a yellow display base in a toy store.
A display of colorful stainless steel water bottles in various shades, including green, blue, mint, pink, and peach, arranged on a wooden shelf.
A vibrant display of assorted colorful bath products in a shop, featuring various shapes and sizes of soaps with price tags, surrounded by bright cloth items and other bath items in the background.
A display of vibrant pink raspberry-shaped bath products stacked on a white pedestal, with a sign reading 'Raspberry Blower' priced at 12 €.

3 Video

  • In video we get very nice results in term of sharpness, Bokeh, background blur . The color rendition is very good
  • AF is very good
  • Focus breathing is moderate
  • Très bon résultats en vidéo avec un excellent piqué , un très beau bokeh et flou d’arrière plan
  • Le rendu des couleurs est très bon
  • L’AF est très bon
  • Le focus breathing est modérée
A Playmobil figure dressed in a vest and tie standing on top of an orange cylindrical object, with a blurred background of shelves.
A bookshelf filled with various cookbooks and other titles, featuring a 20 euro banknote prominently displayed among the books.

4 Comparison with other 85mm F1.8

There more than 12 85mm F1.8 with AF in E mount , here is a selection for the comparison

Il y a plus de 12 85mm F1.8 avec AF en monture E , voici une sélection des principaux

Two camera lenses side by side: one labeled '85mm F1.8' and the other labeled 'AF 85/1.8', both featuring a black metallic design.
AstrHori II vs TTArtisan
A Sony Alpha 7R camera with a large detachable lens, showcasing its sleek black design and various control dials.
AtrHori 85mm F1.8 II
A Sony Alpha 7R camera with a large lens, positioned at an angle showcasing its features.
TTArtisan 85mm F1.8
A Sony camera body with an 85mm lens attached, showcasing the design and controls on the camera.
Viltrox 85mm F2 EVO
A close-up view of a Sony A7R camera body with a mounted lens, highlighting its design and features.
Brightin Star 85mm F1.8 P
A Sony Alpha 7R camera with a Samyang 85mm F1.8 lens attached, showcasing its design and features.
Samyang 85mm f1.8 P
A Sony camera body with a Meike 85mm F1.8 lens mounted, showcasing the lens's features and design.
Meike 85mm F1.8 Pro
A Sony mirrorless camera body with a Meike 85mm f1.8 SE II lens attached, showcasing the lens details and design.
Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II
Image of a Sony A7R camera with an Artisans 85mm F1.8 lens attached, showing the camera's design and features.
7 Artisans 85mm F1.8
Close-up of a Sony A7R V camera featuring a Samyang 85mm F1.8 P lens.
Yongnuo 85mm F1.8
Sony A7R camera body with a Samyang 85mm F1.8 lens attached, showcasing their sleek design and compatibility.
AstrHori 85mm f1.8
A Sony Alpha 7R camera with a Meike 85mm f1.8 SE II lens attached, featuring a sleek design and modern photography features.
Viltrox 85mm F1.8
Photo d'un appareil photo Sony A7R avec un objectif Samyang 85mm F1.8 monté, montrant les boutons et la lentille en détail.
Meike 85mm F1.8 STM
A Sony A7R camera with a Samyang 85mm F1.8 lens attached, positioned at an angle to showcase the lens and camera body.
Sony 85mm F1.8

Specifications

TTArtisan 85mm F1.8 AFAstrHori 85mm F1.8 IIMeike 85mm F1.8 SE IIViltrox 85mm F2 EVOSamyang 85mm F1.8 PBrightin Star
85mm F1.8		Meike 85mm F1.8 Pro7 Artisans 85mm F1.8AstrHori 85mm F1.8Yongnuo YN85mm F1.8S DF DSMSony 85mm F1.8
Price / Prix100 euros329 euros229$315 euros
275$		450 euros300$340$299$276$345$430 euros
Weight / Poids338g441g369g340g272g527g390g437g626g346g371g
Length / Longueur90,5mm96mm100,2mm76mm71,5mm89mm90mm96mm93.5mm88mm82mm
AF–++++++++++++++–+++++
Buttons / RingnoneAF/MF
focus hold
clickless aperture ring		AF/MFAF/MF
Aperture click or clickless
focus hold		AF/MFAF/MF
Aperture clickless
focus hold		AF/MF
Aperture with clicks		AF/MF
Aperture clickless		NoneFocus hold button
AF/MF		AF/MF
Min focusing distance / Distance min de mise au point80cm80cm65cm74cm80cm80cm85cm80cm79cm80cm80cm
Build Quality / Quality de construction+++++++++++++++++++
Aperture blades / Lames de diaphragme1111119911911979
Filter / Filtre6262625862626262725867
Firmware upgrade via USB / Mise à jour par USB DockYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesYesvia body

From a specifications perspective the TTArtisan is the cheapest , the ones with the most simplified ergonomics and least good AF

The Viltrox EVO and AstrHori II are the most complete ones in term of ergonomics

The Viltrox and the Samyang are the most compact ones

D’un point de vue spécifications, le TTArtisan est le moin cher , celui avec l’ergonomie la plus simpliste et celui avec l’AF le moins bon

Le Viltrox EVO et le AtrHori II sont ceux avec la meilleure ergonomie

Le Viltrox et le Samyang sont parmi les plus compacts

Sharpness / Piqué

A comparative performance table of various 85mm camera lenses, showcasing their ratings for different aperture settings from F1.8 to F16.
  • The AstrHori II is the best one in term of centre sharpness The Viltrox EVO is the 4th best just after the Sony and Zeiss Batis and a little bit better Meike Pro n Samyang , Brightin Star , Samyang ,7 Artisans and Viltrox F1.8
  • The Meike SE II is almost as sharp as the Meike Pro
  • The TTArtisan is one of the least good
  • Le Astrhori II est le meilleur point de vue piqué au centre. Le Viltrox EVO est le 4ème meilleur juste après le Sony et le Zeiss Batis et légèrement meilleur que le Meike pro , le Samyang ou les Brightin Star, Samyang, 7 Artisans et Viltrox F1.8
  • Le Meike SE II est presque aussi bon que le Meike Pro
  • Le TTArtisan est un des moins bon

Background Blur & Bokeh Balls / Flous d’arrière plan et Ronds de Bokeh

  • Le 7 Artisans / Brightin Star / Viltrox EVO / AstrHori II ont les meilleurs ronds de Bokeh suivi du Viltrox 85mm F1.8 PFU RMBH STM et du Sony FE85mm F1.8 , du Samyang et des 2 Meike, Le Yongnuo YN85mm F1.8S DF DSM est le moins bon
  • Pour la douceur du flou d’arrière plan , le Meike SE II est le meilleur grâce à la très courte distance min de mise au point, suivent les AstrHori II, Viltrox EVO , le Samyang, 7Artisans, le Viltrox 85mm F1.8 PFU RMBH STM , le Meike et le Yongnuo YN85mm F1.8S DF DSM et le Meike Pro sont très proches , le Brightin Star / TTArtisan sont légèrement moins doux , le moins bon étant le Sony FE85mm F1.8
  • Le Rendu des Couleurs est très bon sur la plupart des optiques mais le Samyang 85mm F1.8 est un petit peu meilleur à mon goût et le 7Artisans n’est que “bon”
Close-up of a Playmobil figure wearing a vest, standing atop a red cylindrical base, with colorful bokeh lights in the background.
AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II
A toy figurine standing on top of a camera lens, with a blurred background featuring colorful bokeh lights.
TTArtisan 85mm F1.8
A Playmobil figure dressed in a suit stands on a small base, with a blurred background featuring colorful circular lights.
Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II
A close-up of a Playmobil figure standing on a red cylindrical base, with a blurred colorful bokeh background featuring blue and green lights.
Viltrox 85mm F2
A close-up photograph of a Playmobil figure standing on a black base, with a colorful bokeh background featuring blurred lights in various colors.
Brightin Star
A Playmobil figure stands on top of a camera lens, with a blurred colorful bokeh background featuring blue and green lights.
Samyang 85mm F1.8
A Playmobil figure standing on a lens, with colorful bokeh lights in the background, showcasing a blurred effect.
Meike 85mm F1.8 Pro
A Playmobil figure stands on top of a red object, with a blurred background featuring colorful bokeh lights, showcasing a shallow depth of field.
7 artisans 85mm F1.8
A Playmobil figure stands on a bottle cap, with a colorful blurred bokeh background showcasing blue and green lights.
AstrHori 85mm F1.8
A toy figure stands on a red cylindrical base, with colorful bokeh lights in the background, creating a soft and blurred visual effect.
Meike F1.8 STM
A Playmobil figure standing on a black base with colorful bokeh lights in the background, creating a soft and dreamy effect.
Yongnuo F1.8
E 85mm F1.8 at 85 mm - 1-60 s à f - 1,8 à ISO 100-015
Viltrox @F1.8

Portraits

  • All lenses are very good for rendering portraits, with a little preference for the Samyang, Brightin Star, Meike Pro, Viltrox, AstrHori . The Meike SE / TTArtisan is a little bit less sharp wide open on 61Mpix
  • Toutes optiques sont très bonnes en portraits. Le Samyang, Brightin Star, Meike Pro , AstrHori et le Viltrox sortent un peu du lot. Les TTArtisan / Meike SE II est un peu moins piqué à pleine ouverture sur 61Mpix
Smiling young woman with blonde hair and sunglasses on her head, standing outdoors in a city street.
AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II @F1.8
Close-up of a human eye with greenish-brown iris and long eyelashes.
crop 100%
AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II @F1.8
A young man with short, tousled hair wearing a brown hoodie, standing in a bustling street with blurred figures in the background.
TTArtisan 85mm F1.8
Close-up of a human eye displaying detailed features, including eyelashes and iris coloration.
crop 100% TTArtisan
Portrait of a woman with long blonde hair, smiling at the camera, wearing a leather jacket, against a blurred urban background.
Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II
Close-up portrait of a young woman with dark hair and earrings, wearing a black starry-patterned top. She is smiling softly in an urban setting with blurred figures in the background.
Viltrox 85mm F2
Close-up of a human eye with brown iris and mascara on eyelashes.
Portrait of a young woman with long curly hair, smiling in a blurred indoor setting, showcasing a soft background.
Brightin Star 85mm F1.8
Portrait of a smiling woman against a blurred urban background, wearing a light shirt with a necklace.
Samyang 85mm F1.8
Close-up of a human eye showcasing intricate details, including eyelashes and reflections in the iris.
Close-up portrait of a young woman wearing a green scarf and red sunglasses, with a soft background featuring circular light bokeh.
Meike 85mm F1.8 @F1.8
Close-up of a human eye showing detailed iris, eyelashes, and skin texture.
A young woman with long hair, smiling at the camera, wearing a black sweater and earrings. She is outdoors in a city setting with blurred background elements.
7 artisans @F1.8
Close-up of a human eye showing details like eyelashes, iris color, and skin texture.
Portrait of a smiling young woman with long hair, wearing a black coat and a ribbed brown sweater, set against a blurred background.
Yongnuo F1.8
Close-up of a brown eye with long eyelashes and reflection in the pupil.
Yongnuo crop 100% F1.8
E 85mm F1.8 at 85 mm - 1-400 s à f - 1,8 à ISO 100-073
Viltrox 85mm F1.8 @F1.8
E 85mm F1.8 at 85 mm - 1-400 s à f - 1,8 à ISO 100-073-2
Viltrox 85mm F1.8 @F1.8

FE 85mm F1.4 GM at 85 mm - ¹⁄₁₆₀₀ s à ƒ - 2,0 à ISO 100-303
Sony FE 85mm F1.8 @F1.8

Distorsion / CA / Vignetting / Flare

Distorsion / AC / Vignettage / Flare

Autofocus

The Yongnuo YN85mm F1.8S DF DSM , Samyang 85mm F1.8 , Viltrox EVO and the Sony FE85mm F1.8 are very close and excellent, with the Sony having still a tiny edge over the others. The Viltrox 85mm F1.8 PFU RMBH STM , AstrHori II and 7 Artisans are very good and the 2 Meike and the Brightin star are a bit less than the Viltrox F1.8 but still very good. The Meike SE II is ok. The AstrHori 85mm F1.8 and TTArtisan have a bad AF

Le Yongnuo YN85mm F1.8S DF DSM , Viltrox EVO, Samyang 85mm f1.8 et le Sony FE85mm F1.8 sont très proches et excellents , le Sony etant légèrement mieux. Le Viltrox 85mm F1.8 PFU RMBH STM le 7 Artisans, et Brightin Star , AstrHori II sont très bons, suivis un peu plus loin par les 2 Meike. Le Meike SE II est convenable. Le AstrHori 85mm F1.8 V1 et le TTARtisan sont pas pas bon en AFLe Yongnuo YN85mm F1.8S DF DSM , Viltrox EVO, Samyang 85mm f1.8 et le Sony FE85mm F1.8 sont très proches et excellents , le Sony etant légèrement mieux. Le Viltrox 85mm F1.8 PFU RMBH STM le 7 Artisans, et Brightin Star sont très bons, suivis un peu plus loin par les 2 Meike. Le Meike SE II est convenable. Le AstrHori 85mm F1.8 n’est pas bon en AF

5 Sample of Photos / Exemples de Photos

  • In real life , the results obtained are very good
  • En situation réelle les résultants obtenus sont très bons
A colorful display wall labeled 'Pick & Build' featuring various round containers filled with different colored building bricks. Two customers are interacting with the display while a cashier area is visible in the foreground.
Busy urban street with people walking, featuring shops and signage, including 'City' and various restaurants.
Two women walking on a busy shopping street, one wearing a red hoodie and the other in an orange sweater, surrounded by pedestrians.
A person walking down a busy street wearing a red sweatshirt and black pants with a unique design, complemented by a blue cap. The background features blurred pedestrians and storefronts.
A woman riding an electric scooter while holding a smartphone and making a peace sign, with a man behind her. They are in a crowded street with pedestrians walking in the background.
A vibrant indoor shopping arcade with tables and chairs for patrons, showcasing various signage and decorative architecture. People are walking and sitting in a lively atmosphere.
A bustling street scene featuring a modern building with large glass windows showcasing various retail signs, including KIABI and Proximus, while pedestrians walk by.
Facade of a theater adorned with large orange banners displaying phrases like 'WE ARE OPERA', 'WE ARE HUMAN', and 'WE ARE TENDER'. People are seated on benches in front.
A group of people walking along a city street with various shops, including a hair salon and a mobile phone store. Some individuals are checking their phones while chatting with each other.
A man in a blue shirt with a logo, holding a phone and walking in a busy urban area, with people in the background.
Three dessert waffles topped with banana slices and strawberries, drizzled with chocolate sauce, served in paper trays.
A collection of postcards featuring scenic views of Brussels, Belgium, displayed on a stand.
Close-up view of various strawberries in clear plastic containers at a market.
A colorful mural featuring abstract shapes, faces, and flowers painted on a building wall in an alley. A person walking in the foreground adds scale to the scene.
A young woman riding a bicycle through a busy pedestrian street, surrounded by people walking in various directions, with shops lining the street and cobblestone pavement.
A young woman riding a bicycle through a busy street filled with pedestrians, showcasing a vibrant urban atmosphere.
Three young women walking together on a cobblestone street, dressed in school uniforms, with one holding a notebook and another wearing a light jacket.
A young woman with long hair rides a bicycle in a crowded street, wearing a black sweater and a red bag, while pedestrians walk in the background.
A group of students walking together on a city street, wearing school uniforms consisting of navy blue sweaters and skirts, with some students holding papers.
A busy cobblestone street lined with shops and boutiques, featuring pedestrians walking and browsing. Some storefronts display signs for Kusmi Tea and Jimmy Fairly, while greenery adds charm to the scene.
View of a street lined with buildings in a city, featuring a yellow building with the sign 'DRUG OPERA' prominently displayed.
Two young adults posing for a photo in a busy street, smiling. The man wears a light blue t-shirt and sunglasses, while the woman, wearing a dark sleeveless top, has her hair down and sunglasses on her head.
A man and a woman posing together in a pedestrian walkway, both smiling. The man is wearing a gray t-shirt and light jeans, with sunglasses and a black sweater tied around his waist. The woman is wearing a burgundy top and wide-legged blue jeans, with a gray sweater draped over her shoulders. The background features a stone walkway and decorative plants.
A crowded shopping arcade with people walking, showcasing architecture with arched windows and a glass ceiling.

6 Conclusion (English)

The AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II (329 euros) is a very well built lens which offer excellent sharpness results, very good AF and color and nice bokeh

It is not the lightest or most compact and some others do better in term of softness of the background

As an Alternative for similar price the excellent Viltrox 85mm F2 EVO (275$) offer a little bit less good sharpness but is more compact, lighter and has a background blur a little bit softer

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Pros

  • In the centre , excellent sharpness wide open , outstanding as of F2.8
  • Very consistent on the entire field as of F2.8
  • Very good build quality
  • Very good ergonomics
  • Very good AF for portraits
  • Price
  • Smooth background blur
  • Very good color rendition
  • Nice bokeh balls shape up to F2.8
  • Very Good Contrast

Average

  • AF for sport is good if subject not too close
  • Background blur could be softer
  • Bokeh bals shapes as of F4
  • Size
  • Standard min focusing distance
  • Weight
  • moderate LoCA
  • moderate CA
  • Moderate distortion
  • Focus breathing
  • Strong vignetting
  • Resistance to flare good but could be better

Cons

  • None
A Sony Alpha 7R camera with a zoom lens attached, featuring a sleek black design and a lens hood.

6 Conclusion (Français)

Le AstrHori 85mm F1.8 II (329 euros) est une optique très bien construite qui offre un excellent piqué dès la pleine ouverture , un très bon AF, de très belles couleurs et un non bokeh

Ce n’est pas la plus légère ou compacte des optiques et le flou d’arrière plan pourrait être plus doux parfois

En alternative pour un prix similaire, il y a l’excellent Viltrox 85mm F2 EVO (275$) qui bien que légèrement moins piqué es plus compact, plus léger et offre un flou d’arrière plan plus doux

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Pour

  • Piqué excellent au centre dès la pleine ouverture et superbe à F2.8
  • Piqué très consistant sur le champ à partir de F4
  • Prix
  • Très bonne ergonomie
  • Très bon rendu des couleurs
  • Très bon Af en portrait
  • Beaux ronds de Bokeh jusque F2.8
  • Flou d’arrière plan doux en général
  • Très Bon Contraste

Moyen

  • Poids
  • Taille
  • Distance min de mise au point standard
  • AF pour le sports (décroche quand le sujet est proche)
  • AC longitudinales moyennes
  • Niveau AC moyen
  • AC longitudinales visibles
  • Distortion modérée
  • Focus breathing modéré
  • Fort Vignettage
  • Resistance au flare bonne sans plus

Contre

  • Aucun

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