Rollei AF 85 mm F/1.8 lens for Nikon Z-Mount: perfect sharpness meets creamy bokeh

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

85 mm portrait focal length – natural proportions without distortion

This focal length has everything good portraits need: expression, intimacy 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 open aperture and creamy, perfectly round bokeh thanks to 11 blades

The Rollei 85 mm f/1.8 AF delivers not only sharpness – but depth. Even at open aperture, a background is created 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-rendered, not flat

Also compatible with APS-C cameras – but the 85 mm unfolds its full potential 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 edge (0.5–1 EV) – ensures natural contrast progression and a subtle, image-enhancing vignette
• 42% less ghosting & flares compared to standard coatings

Ideal for available light, sunset & atmospheric portraits.

STM autofocus – fast, quiet + face/eye tracking for photo & video

The STM motor reacts lightning fast and works so quietly that even video sound remains clean. The lens enables face and eye tracking – you concentrate on the moment.

• STM motor
• Virtually silent – even with video using an on-camera mic
• Supports face & eye tracking on modern camera systems

Fast, quiet, reliable.

All-metal housing – robust, high-quality – and still only 477 g

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

No front-heaviness. Just good handling and a high-quality feel in the 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 85 mm f/1.8 AF has been optimized from the ground up for full-frame – with the aim of fully utilizing even high-resolution sensors beyond 60 MP.

• 2 ED glass elements (Extra-low Dispersion)

Reduce chromatic aberrations, especially in high-contrast edges and at open 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 delicate, precise work.

In addition, 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 made large: 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 – perfectly fitting, 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 recorded for workflows & management
• 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.