Rollei AF 85 mm F/1.8 Lens for Nikon Z-Mount: Perfect Sharpness Meets Creamy Bokeh

The Rollei 85mm f/1.8 AF is made for people who are looking for more than just perfect sharpness. For portraits that touch without appearing staged. With creamy bokeh, modern technology, and a look that clearly stands out from digital smoothness.

85mm Portrait Focal Length – Natural Proportions Without Distortion

This focal length has everything good portraits need: expression, closeness, and natural proportions. It creates distance – without losing the moment.

• 28.5° angle of view – ideal for headshots & half-body shots
• Emotionally close, technically superior

F/1.8 Aperture - Sharp at Wide Open Aperture and Creamy, Perfectly Round Bokeh Thanks to 11 Blades

The Rollei 85mm f/1.8 AF delivers not only sharpness – but depth. Even at wide open aperture, a background emerges that gently blurs.

• 11 rounded aperture blades for round, smooth bokeh
•  Improved circular shape: +23% compared to typical F/1.8 lenses
• Separates the subject cleanly from the background – without harsh edges

VAF Series – High Resolution for Mirrorless Full-Frame Cameras

The new VAF series (Full-Frame Autofocus) is optimized for modern mirrorless systems with high-resolution sensors.

• Maximum performance on full frame
• Edge-to-edge sharpness
• Clear micro-contrast behavior for textures & skin tones
• Organic image look – not over-sharpened, not flat

Also compatible with APS-C cameras – but the 85mm unfolds its full strength on full frame.

HFT-X Coating – Reduces Ghosting & Flare, Maintains Contrast

Maximum light output, uncompromising contrast, and brilliant colors – completely without reflections. The HFT-X multi-layer coating transforms the lens into your secret weapon for razor-sharp images in all conditions.

• Gentle light fall-off towards the edges (0.5–1 EV) – provides a natural contrast gradient and a subtle, image-enhancing vignette
• 42% less ghosting & flares compared to standard coatings

Ideal for available light, sunsets & atmospheric portraits.

STM Autofocus – Fast, Quiet + Face/Eye Tracking for Photo & Video

The STM motor reacts lightning-fast and operates so quietly that even video audio remains clean. The lens enables face and eye tracking – allowing you to focus on the moment.

• STM motor
• Nearly silent – even for video with on-camera mic
• Supports face & eye tracking on modern camera systems

Fast, quiet, reliable.

Full Metal Housing – Robust, High-Quality – And Still Only 477 g

Milled aluminum, high-quality anodized. At the same time, the lens weighs only 477 g – ideal for long shoots, mobile use, or use on gimbals.

No front-heaviness. Just good handling and a premium feel in your hand.

Optics 10 Elements / 7 Groups – 2 ED and 2 HR Lenses for High Edge Sharpness & Minimal Chromatic Aberration

The optical architecture of the Rollei 85mm f/1.8 AF was optimized for full frame from the ground up – with the goal of fully utilizing even high-resolution sensors beyond 60 MP.

• 2 ED glasses (Extra-low Dispersion)

Reduce chromatic aberrations, especially in high-contrast edges and at wide aperture.

• 2 HR elements (High Refractive Index)
• Reduction of magenta casts by up to 19%

Intuitive Operation – AF/MF Switch, Freely Assignable FN Button

Full control, without detours: The AF/MF switch changes lightning-fast between autofocus and manual focus – ideal for precise, on-point work.

Additionally, the FN button can be freely assigned, e.g., with focus lock or magnification function – depending on the camera model.
Everything is where it belongs. No menu searching. No interruptions. No compromises.

0.85 m Minimum Focusing Distance – 0.12× Magnification for Detailed Close-Ups

Even small subjects can be made big: hands, jewelry, textures – presented in detail with 0.12× magnification.

• Ideal for close-ups, product details or documentary still lifes
• No lens change necessary – more flexibility on set

Metal Z-Mount – Perfect Fit, with EXIF Transmission

The precisely manufactured mount fits exactly – and transmits all important lens data directly to the camera.

• Compatible with automatic correction profiles
• All data for workflows & management recorded
• Durable and mechanically reliable

USB-C Firmware Port – Updates in 30 Seconds

It couldn't be simpler: Connect the lens via USB-C to your computer, copy the new firmware, and start the update. No dock, no special software, no camera settings – updates are completed in under 30 seconds.