SUMMARY
Photographer Christopher Frost has identified his top three favorite lenses for portrait photography after testing more than 800 options. His top pick is the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM DS, chosen for its 85mm focal length and defocus smoothing filter that creates exceptionally smooth bokeh. Second on his list is the Sigma 135mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art, praised for its impressive performance and extreme background separation. Frost's wildcard choice is the Lomography Petzval 55mm f/1.7 Mark II, noted for its unique bokeh control ring that allows for swirly out-of-focus backgrounds.
TAKEAWAYS
Christopher Frost tested over 800 lenses for portrait photography.
His top pick is the Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM DS for its smooth bokeh.
The Sigma 135mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art is his second favorite for its sharpness and background separation.
The Lomography Petzval 55mm f/1.7 Mark II is a wildcard choice for its unique bokeh control.