If you are buying a L lens because it has a red ring and a letter \"L\" embossed on it and because you \"simply have to have the best\" and most expensive piece of equipment, then I suppose that the f/1.2 L will satisfy that urge.
If you are looking for more substantive advice on the choice relative you your needs and your photography, we need more information about what you do.
The non-L 85mm f/1.8 is an excellent lens. For many purposes it can make as much or more sense than the 85mm L. But context matters here.
Take care,
Dan
Feb 10, 2012 at 12:02 PM
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