Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R WR Lens
The new FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R WR is a compact and fast portrait and reportage lens for the award-winning FUJIFILM X series mirrorless system cameras. The FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R WR is a lightweight telephoto lens with a focal length of 56mm (equivalent to 85mm KB). It is the technically advanced successor to the very popular FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R. In comparison, the new fixed focal length offers a significantly improved close-up distance, an even higher resolving power and an unprecedentedly beautiful background blur. While the previous model was primarily suited for ambitious portrait photography, the new XF56mmF1.2 R WR can also be used for a variety of other shooting situations, such as reportage, street, travel, landscape or product photography. The use of aspherical lenses, ED elements and lenses with special light refraction properties minimises aberrations and guarantees a cotton-soft bokeh with flawless light circles. The optical construction of the lens comprises 13 elements in eight groups and it uses 11 diaphragm blades.
The new FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R WR is a compact and fast portrait and reportage lens for the award-winning FUJIFILM X series mirrorless system cameras. The FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R WR is a lightweight telephoto lens with a focal length of 56mm (equivalent to 85mm KB). It is the technically advanced successor to the very popular FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R. In comparison, the new fixed focal length offers a significantly improved close-up distance, an even higher resolving power and an unprecedentedly beautiful background blur. While the previous model was primarily suited for ambitious portrait photography, the new XF56mmF1.2 R WR can also be used for a variety of other shooting situations, such as reportage, street, travel, landscape or product photography. The use of aspherical lenses, ED elements and lenses with special light refraction properties minimises aberrations and guarantees a cotton-soft bokeh with flawless light circles. The optical construction of the lens comprises 13 elements in eight groups and it uses 11 diaphragm blades.
The new FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R WR is a compact and fast portrait and reportage lens for the award-winning FUJIFILM X series mirrorless system cameras. The FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R WR is a lightweight telephoto lens with a focal length of 56mm (equivalent to 85mm KB). It is the technically advanced successor to the very popular FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R. In comparison, the new fixed focal length offers a significantly improved close-up distance, an even higher resolving power and an unprecedentedly beautiful background blur. While the previous model was primarily suited for ambitious portrait photography, the new XF56mmF1.2 R WR can also be used for a variety of other shooting situations, such as reportage, street, travel, landscape or product photography. The use of aspherical lenses, ED elements and lenses with special light refraction properties minimises aberrations and guarantees a cotton-soft bokeh with flawless light circles. The optical construction of the lens comprises 13 elements in eight groups and it uses 11 diaphragm blades.
The new FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R WR is a compact and fast portrait and reportage lens for the award-winning FUJIFILM X series mirrorless system cameras. The FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R WR is a lightweight telephoto lens with a focal length of 56mm (equivalent to 85mm KB). It is the technically advanced successor to the very popular FUJINON XF 56mm F1.2 R. In comparison, the new fixed focal length offers a significantly improved close-up distance, an even higher resolving power and an unprecedentedly beautiful background blur. While the previous model was primarily suited for ambitious portrait photography, the new XF56mmF1.2 R WR can also be used for a variety of other shooting situations, such as reportage, street, travel, landscape or product photography. The use of aspherical lenses, ED elements and lenses with special light refraction properties minimises aberrations and guarantees a cotton-soft bokeh with flawless light circles. The optical construction of the lens comprises 13 elements in eight groups and it uses 11 diaphragm blades.
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I hate to be posting a negative review, but I ordered 2 of these and both had significant dust inside and outside the lens. Either I am unlucky or Fuji's producers dropped the ball on these first batches of lenses. The inside of one of the outer elements in particular seemed to be affected, and the dust spots were plainly visible in test shots taken to see if it was passable. No idea how these flaws were missed in QC since I found them in seconds with a cheap flashlight and a few quick test shots. For $1,000, this is frankly 100% unacceptable, and it hurts my image of Fuji which has been completely positive until now. Just no Fuji - no. Very bad.For the record I've ordered several X lenses both new and used manufactured in China, Philippines, or Japan, and none ... MoreI hate to be posting a negative review, but I ordered 2 of these and both had significant dust inside and outside the lens. Either I am unlucky or Fuji's producers dropped the ball on these first batches of lenses. The inside of one of the outer elements in particular seemed to be affected, and the dust spots were plainly visible in test shots taken to see if it was passable. No idea how these flaws were missed in QC since I found them in seconds with a cheap flashlight and a few quick test shots. For $1,000, this is frankly 100% unacceptable, and it hurts my image of Fuji which has been completely positive until now. Just no Fuji - no. Very bad.For the record I've ordered several X lenses both new and used manufactured in China, Philippines, or Japan, and none have ever had the same sort of issues I'm seeing here. I'm concerned there is a bad batch or something since it is a new product. Buyer beware.I'm also miffed to be out $20 and a week buying and returning lenses and tying up thousands of dollars for nothing. I'd rather have paid an employee $10 to confirm the glass was perfectly clean before they bothered to ship it. I am still grateful that B&H made the return process easy. So thanks for that B&H.For the few moments I've spent with the lenses so far, I loved the size, weight, look, and feel. The autofocus seems pretty zippy, and the image quality looks pretty darn outstanding even wide open. I deduct a star from first impressions for a noisy focus motor that is also slower than it should be in 2022. Not a deal breaker at all (I think I love this lens), but for the price etc. it could have been better.The hard part is apparently getting a clean new copy! Now that B&H is out of stock, I'll have to take my business elsewhere, to see if the third times a charm. If that lens is also bunk, I guess I'll have to wait this lens purchase out a while longer until the production issues get sorted out. I hope B&H can get these lenses serviced and clean or demand Fuji do it so the customers aren't getting burned.
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Optically this lens is a stunner - razor sharp wide open at f/1.2 to f/11 or so. Images are sharp and contrasty - my 26mp sensor has never looked better. Gorgeous bokeh - even stopped down a few notches it is puffy and round. Focuses fairly closely (19 inches?), though I'd always prefer even closer (say, a foot or less like the kit lens). Images pop.Autofocus-wise it is more mixed. Taking hundreds of shots the noisy motor doesn't bother me - I like the feedback, and it seems genuinely fast, punchy, and accurate in good light with some distance to the subject, but it can slow down/hunt quite a lot in lower light / lower contrast / closer to MFD, which is a bummer and really cripples it at times (its interesting to watch it take, say, three steps toward your target ... MoreOptically this lens is a stunner - razor sharp wide open at f/1.2 to f/11 or so. Images are sharp and contrasty - my 26mp sensor has never looked better. Gorgeous bokeh - even stopped down a few notches it is puffy and round. Focuses fairly closely (19 inches?), though I'd always prefer even closer (say, a foot or less like the kit lens). Images pop.Autofocus-wise it is more mixed. Taking hundreds of shots the noisy motor doesn't bother me - I like the feedback, and it seems genuinely fast, punchy, and accurate in good light with some distance to the subject, but it can slow down/hunt quite a lot in lower light / lower contrast / closer to MFD, which is a bummer and really cripples it at times (its interesting to watch it take, say, three steps toward your target when going from near to far in low light). I use an XT3, which may be part of the problem, then again other lenses do quite a lot better than this one by a noticeable margin in similar conditions so I knock a star off for this performance. I've had better luck increasing the focus area, stopping down a little, and raising the shutter to at least 1/200, btw, so its not all bad news in this sense. But it does mean this low light lens makes you work harder/compromise more in low light shooting.Notably I returned 2 of these to B&H for significant dust/debris in the barrel (and outside it!) like other reviewers, so perhaps the first/early batches have issues with that. Buyer beware. My third copy was much better/flawless so far as I could tell.Handling is another low point IMO - the lens is attractively bulky looking and lightweight but makes some compromises for it. The aperture/manual rings are too close together IMO and easy to bump in fast shooting scenarios - I have to disable AF+MF to mitigate part of that potentiality. Not an issue on other lenses of similar size I use. Aperture ring has soft clicks and the useless lock which only works for locking it into auto. Lens hood clicks on/off great, but is too long - when stored backwards on the lens it makes for a cheap feeling and looking lampshade. I'd accept a longer barrel-shaped aesthetic to fix these issues (and make it fit my bag a little better).Overall, none of these problems were total deal breakers, as I am confident this is still one of the best 56mm-ish lenses you can get for your Fuji. Mostly it was the optical quality that won me over. That said, $1,000 is a lot to ask for its shortcomings/QC issues, and given the strength of other newer primes, the AF in particular is a let down. Hopefully future bodies or firmware will improve on this however, because the potential seems to be there. If I wasn't such a fan of this particular focal length, I'd have waited for a good used copy to show up.
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After 1 week of testing: it's fast to autofocus! [but not quite as quick as the new 18mm nor 23mm]; the bokeh is stunningly rich and creamy with tremendous color and contrast!; the only drawback is the CHUBBY SIZE! I'm a Fuji APS-C photographer because of the size and weight advantage over full-frame; as such, I'd prefer a 56mm f1.4 or even f1.6 WR which was FAST to autofocus, but less weight and size restrictive.
| Focal Length | 56mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 85mm) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Lens Mount | FUJIFILM X |
| Lens Format Coverage | APS-C |
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I hate to be posting a negative review, but I ordered 2 of these and both had significant dust inside and outside the lens. Either I am unlucky or Fuji's producers dropped the ball on these first batches of lenses. The inside of one of the outer elements in particular seemed to be affected, and the dust spots were plainly visible in test shots taken to see if it was passable. No idea how these flaws were missed in QC since I found them in seconds with a cheap flashlight and a few quick test shots. For $1,000, this is frankly 100% unacceptable, and it hurts my image of Fuji which has been completely positive until now. Just no Fuji - no. Very bad.For the record I've ordered several X lenses both new and used manufactured in China, Philippines, or Japan, and none ... MoreI hate to be posting a negative review, but I ordered 2 of these and both had significant dust inside and outside the lens. Either I am unlucky or Fuji's producers dropped the ball on these first batches of lenses. The inside of one of the outer elements in particular seemed to be affected, and the dust spots were plainly visible in test shots taken to see if it was passable. No idea how these flaws were missed in QC since I found them in seconds with a cheap flashlight and a few quick test shots. For $1,000, this is frankly 100% unacceptable, and it hurts my image of Fuji which has been completely positive until now. Just no Fuji - no. Very bad.For the record I've ordered several X lenses both new and used manufactured in China, Philippines, or Japan, and none have ever had the same sort of issues I'm seeing here. I'm concerned there is a bad batch or something since it is a new product. Buyer beware.I'm also miffed to be out $20 and a week buying and returning lenses and tying up thousands of dollars for nothing. I'd rather have paid an employee $10 to confirm the glass was perfectly clean before they bothered to ship it. I am still grateful that B&H made the return process easy. So thanks for that B&H.For the few moments I've spent with the lenses so far, I loved the size, weight, look, and feel. The autofocus seems pretty zippy, and the image quality looks pretty darn outstanding even wide open. I deduct a star from first impressions for a noisy focus motor that is also slower than it should be in 2022. Not a deal breaker at all (I think I love this lens), but for the price etc. it could have been better.The hard part is apparently getting a clean new copy! Now that B&H is out of stock, I'll have to take my business elsewhere, to see if the third times a charm. If that lens is also bunk, I guess I'll have to wait this lens purchase out a while longer until the production issues get sorted out. I hope B&H can get these lenses serviced and clean or demand Fuji do it so the customers aren't getting burned.
Optically this lens is a stunner - razor sharp wide open at f/1.2 to f/11 or so. Images are sharp and contrasty - my 26mp sensor has never looked better. Gorgeous bokeh - even stopped down a few notches it is puffy and round. Focuses fairly closely (19 inches?), though I'd always prefer even closer (say, a foot or less like the kit lens). Images pop.Autofocus-wise it is more mixed. Taking hundreds of shots the noisy motor doesn't bother me - I like the feedback, and it seems genuinely fast, punchy, and accurate in good light with some distance to the subject, but it can slow down/hunt quite a lot in lower light / lower contrast / closer to MFD, which is a bummer and really cripples it at times (its interesting to watch it take, say, three steps toward your target ... MoreOptically this lens is a stunner - razor sharp wide open at f/1.2 to f/11 or so. Images are sharp and contrasty - my 26mp sensor has never looked better. Gorgeous bokeh - even stopped down a few notches it is puffy and round. Focuses fairly closely (19 inches?), though I'd always prefer even closer (say, a foot or less like the kit lens). Images pop.Autofocus-wise it is more mixed. Taking hundreds of shots the noisy motor doesn't bother me - I like the feedback, and it seems genuinely fast, punchy, and accurate in good light with some distance to the subject, but it can slow down/hunt quite a lot in lower light / lower contrast / closer to MFD, which is a bummer and really cripples it at times (its interesting to watch it take, say, three steps toward your target when going from near to far in low light). I use an XT3, which may be part of the problem, then again other lenses do quite a lot better than this one by a noticeable margin in similar conditions so I knock a star off for this performance. I've had better luck increasing the focus area, stopping down a little, and raising the shutter to at least 1/200, btw, so its not all bad news in this sense. But it does mean this low light lens makes you work harder/compromise more in low light shooting.Notably I returned 2 of these to B&H for significant dust/debris in the barrel (and outside it!) like other reviewers, so perhaps the first/early batches have issues with that. Buyer beware. My third copy was much better/flawless so far as I could tell.Handling is another low point IMO - the lens is attractively bulky looking and lightweight but makes some compromises for it. The aperture/manual rings are too close together IMO and easy to bump in fast shooting scenarios - I have to disable AF+MF to mitigate part of that potentiality. Not an issue on other lenses of similar size I use. Aperture ring has soft clicks and the useless lock which only works for locking it into auto. Lens hood clicks on/off great, but is too long - when stored backwards on the lens it makes for a cheap feeling and looking lampshade. I'd accept a longer barrel-shaped aesthetic to fix these issues (and make it fit my bag a little better).Overall, none of these problems were total deal breakers, as I am confident this is still one of the best 56mm-ish lenses you can get for your Fuji. Mostly it was the optical quality that won me over. That said, $1,000 is a lot to ask for its shortcomings/QC issues, and given the strength of other newer primes, the AF in particular is a let down. Hopefully future bodies or firmware will improve on this however, because the potential seems to be there. If I wasn't such a fan of this particular focal length, I'd have waited for a good used copy to show up.
After 1 week of testing: it's fast to autofocus! [but not quite as quick as the new 18mm nor 23mm]; the bokeh is stunningly rich and creamy with tremendous color and contrast!; the only drawback is the CHUBBY SIZE! I'm a Fuji APS-C photographer because of the size and weight advantage over full-frame; as such, I'd prefer a 56mm f1.4 or even f1.6 WR which was FAST to autofocus, but less weight and size restrictive.
As someone who enjoys both photography and videography while traveling, I recently purchased the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR Lens for my Fujifilm X series camera kit. I can confidently say that it is one of the best lenses I have used for portrait photography and video footage.Firstly, the lens is incredibly versatile, making it an ideal choice for travel photography and videography. The fast f/1.2 maximum aperture allows me to capture stunning low-light shots and create beautiful bokeh. Additionally, the lens is lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry around while exploring new destinations.The build quality of the lens is exceptional and weather-resistant, making it ideal for outdoor shoots. The autofocus is fast and accurate, allowing me to capture ... MoreAs someone who enjoys both photography and videography while traveling, I recently purchased the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR Lens for my Fujifilm X series camera kit. I can confidently say that it is one of the best lenses I have used for portrait photography and video footage.Firstly, the lens is incredibly versatile, making it an ideal choice for travel photography and videography. The fast f/1.2 maximum aperture allows me to capture stunning low-light shots and create beautiful bokeh. Additionally, the lens is lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry around while exploring new destinations.The build quality of the lens is exceptional and weather-resistant, making it ideal for outdoor shoots. The autofocus is fast and accurate, allowing me to capture sharp, in-focus shots while on the move. The sharpness and clarity of the images produced by this lens are impressive, and the color rendition is also excellent, making my travel photos and videos stand out.Overall, the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR Lens is a valuable addition to my travel photography and videography kit. While it may be a bit pricey, it is worth the investment for anyone looking to capture stunning portrait shots and create stunning travel videos.
I've been waiting years for the rumored update to Fuji's 56mm, and am thrilled with the product they created. Plenty of people will complain that it's not the product they would have made (things like "It's too big!" or "Autofocus should be faster!" or "Why no OIS?"), but they're missing the point of what Fuji created here. If you want flexibility, go use a kit zoom lens or make a better decision for your needs; there's plenty to choose from, including the previous version of this lens at a steep discount.If you're buying this lens, you care about image quality and details that casual photographers ignore. You care that f/1.2 is creamier than f/2, and notice that difference. You want to shoot handheld in low light, to not worry about the rain sprinkling on your ... MoreI've been waiting years for the rumored update to Fuji's 56mm, and am thrilled with the product they created. Plenty of people will complain that it's not the product they would have made (things like "It's too big!" or "Autofocus should be faster!" or "Why no OIS?"), but they're missing the point of what Fuji created here. If you want flexibility, go use a kit zoom lens or make a better decision for your needs; there's plenty to choose from, including the previous version of this lens at a steep discount.If you're buying this lens, you care about image quality and details that casual photographers ignore. You care that f/1.2 is creamier than f/2, and notice that difference. You want to shoot handheld in low light, to not worry about the rain sprinkling on your neck as you capture the shots while sane people are inside staying warm. You take pictures where bokeh is used like an airbrush on canvas, rather than a random byproduct that you notice after the fact. You probably think that if this lens is on your camera body, you'll be capable of getting that one shot that is just right; you're crazy enough to leave home with a prime lens to begin with. If these things aren't true, then save your money.If those things ARE true, I can confirm this lens is indeed for you. Speaking as someone shooting an X-T4, here is what you'll get:- The ability to shoot in near-darkness handheld, with 2 stops of headroom compared to f/2. This will really unlock handheld photography on a camera body with good high-ISO performance (tip: shoot in M or S size and that graininess won't matter so much. Or clean up in X-RAW studio after the fact)- Closer-focus than you will expect! I can get arms length from a small subject and still get autofocus to work. Flowers, insects, pets, kids, portraits (not just headshots!) or slices of architecture-these are the things most flattering through this lens. Also, this is the standout feature for me, since it enables...- Unrivaled quality of bokeh at a genuinely useful focal length. If you get as close as focus will go, then background colors fade to each other seamlessly-but stopping down to f/2 still yields superior quality to an f/2 lens wide-open. Fun things happen when you use a telephoto lens but use your feet to change the distance to your subject; this is the artistry and fun that I have at 56mm specifically!What you won't get with this lens:- Any image stabilization whatsoever. The wider aperture lets you keep the slowest shutter speed you can shoot handheld, while letting in more light. Subject blur is on you and your selection of shutter speed.- ...that's about it. I don't find much lacking here, nor do I care that autofocus takes .89 seconds instead of .6 seconds. There's better options for those needsWatching the engineers reveal the lens-they didn't make any mistakes. This product was designed with intent, and they succeeded. The lens is about the girth of a soda can but a bit shorter, and it raises up the front of my X-T4 so that it sits unevenly on the table (kind of how iPhones sit unevenly because of the camera bump). That's fine though, because I carry my camera in my hands, and the weight of this lens on the camera body is like holding a perfectly-balanced sword. Shooting on Fuji is about the joy of photography, not technical specifications, and I feel joy when I see the world through this lens. It feels like I'm able to get the bokeh of my 80mm prime, but actually use it for more than macro shots.Finally, to debunk a myth: no, this lens does not take "soft photos," you just focused improperly or made a poor aperture decision. Shooting up close at f/1.2 is HARD, and autofocus probably won't get you the precise results you want. This thing is tack-sharp for whatever you actually do focus it on.
This is an excellent lens for portrait photography. It performs well in all the lighting situations Ive tried it in so far. It seems to be well built. The one thingthat I would necessarily consider a downside, but should be mentioned is that this is a fixed lens. Anyone used to a zoom lens will have a bit of trouble at first, and will need to back up frequently to find the right shot. The glass in this thing makes up for the bit of extra work by producing beautifully crisp images.
[First impressions after testing on an X-T3]Image Quality:The sharpness is very good wide open and it gets very crisp at f/2.8, and the bokeh is nice. There doesn't seem to be much to complain about, much like Fuji's other new prime lenses.Focusing:-It uses a DC Motor which makes soft whirring sounds that's audible in quiet environments. Probably the only times it'll be an annoyance is when pushing its limits, such as focusing from far-to-near quickly and when it hunts for focus. The sounds might be an issue for video work.-Autofocus is behind Linear Motors in speed and confidence. It doesn't seem bad, but it doesn't match the other lenses in this generation.-Manual focusing is very sensitive, and it makes a little stepping sounds due to its DC Motor. This ... More[First impressions after testing on an X-T3]Image Quality:The sharpness is very good wide open and it gets very crisp at f/2.8, and the bokeh is nice. There doesn't seem to be much to complain about, much like Fuji's other new prime lenses.Focusing:-It uses a DC Motor which makes soft whirring sounds that's audible in quiet environments. Probably the only times it'll be an annoyance is when pushing its limits, such as focusing from far-to-near quickly and when it hunts for focus. The sounds might be an issue for video work.-Autofocus is behind Linear Motors in speed and confidence. It doesn't seem bad, but it doesn't match the other lenses in this generation.-Manual focusing is very sensitive, and it makes a little stepping sounds due to its DC Motor. This could be spun as a positive because it gives a slight audible & physical feedback whereas a Linear Motor has virtually no feedback.Aperture Ring:-The aperture ring has very soft indents when turning (at least on my copy) which can make it easy to bump out of place, but it also makes for easy 1-finger operation. For comparison, it requires noticeably more force to adjust the aperture ring on the new 23 & 33 with 2 fingers than to adjust the aperture ring on this 56 with just 1 finger - it's a big difference.Conclusion:If this had a Linear Motor it would've felt more modern. Everything else about the lens seems good so far, although the aperture ring might bother some.
I'm primarily a wedding photographer, and I got this lens for its low-light capabilities and farther reach than the 33mm f/1.4. It does not disappoint. If you are new to the Fuji x-mount system or are considering switching systems, you should note that the autofocus isn't very fast.You should also note that it's not bad either. It works great for moderately moving subjects (think a slower first-dance), but can't keep up in "shoot from the hip" street photography if both you and your subject are moving.If you're considering upgrading from the previous version of the 56mm 1.2, I can't help you. The weather sealing and resolving power made choosing the newer "WR" version worth the price.
If you've ever used the original 56mm f1.2r, you're very aware of its love/hate relationship. This new version on the other hand, completely removes the hate and adds even more things to love. Between the insane sharpness at f/1.2 and the new minimum focus distance of 1.5-feet, you'll immediately notice (and i mean the minute you look through the EVF) that this lens will change the way you shoot. The auto-focus is about 3-4 times better than the original in extremely low light situations. It's 6-8 times better than the original in stronger lighting situations. It's not as snappy as the new 18mm f1.4 (which i traded my 23mm f1.4 & 16mm f1.4 for - yep, it's that good!) - but, it's lightyears beyond the undependable original. Not gonna go into the beautiful images & ... MoreIf you've ever used the original 56mm f1.2r, you're very aware of its love/hate relationship. This new version on the other hand, completely removes the hate and adds even more things to love. Between the insane sharpness at f/1.2 and the new minimum focus distance of 1.5-feet, you'll immediately notice (and i mean the minute you look through the EVF) that this lens will change the way you shoot. The auto-focus is about 3-4 times better than the original in extremely low light situations. It's 6-8 times better than the original in stronger lighting situations. It's not as snappy as the new 18mm f1.4 (which i traded my 23mm f1.4 & 16mm f1.4 for - yep, it's that good!) - but, it's lightyears beyond the undependable original. Not gonna go into the beautiful images & bokeh you get cuz it's a no-brainer but, the experience of using this lens itself, is a total upgrade.
I’ve been shooting fixed wide lenses for almost the entire time I’ve owned cameras and wanted to mix it up. I travel a little less than I used to and have found I really enjoy taking photos of the animals at the zoo. I also owed my wife better portraits than a 35mm could offer.I’ve been very pleased with the 56mm since it arrived last week. It got here right before the west coast got dumped with rain, which was cool, because this lens is weather resistant. The all metal construction is a refreshing change from the plastic world we live in, and the lens isn’t too heavy. The aperture ring makes satisfying clicks. Just note the focus motors are a little noisy and this lens probably won’t do well for your video project if you depend on continual autofocus.I’ve paired ... MoreI’ve been shooting fixed wide lenses for almost the entire time I’ve owned cameras and wanted to mix it up. I travel a little less than I used to and have found I really enjoy taking photos of the animals at the zoo. I also owed my wife better portraits than a 35mm could offer.I’ve been very pleased with the 56mm since it arrived last week. It got here right before the west coast got dumped with rain, which was cool, because this lens is weather resistant. The all metal construction is a refreshing change from the plastic world we live in, and the lens isn’t too heavy. The aperture ring makes satisfying clicks. Just note the focus motors are a little noisy and this lens probably won’t do well for your video project if you depend on continual autofocus.I’ve paired this lens with my XPro3, which if you don’t own one, is an opinionated camera to say the least. If you do own one, this lens is pretty much at the limit of where the optical viewfinder is useful, and I’m trying to get used to using this lens with the optical viewfinder alone.The photo quality is superb. The lens impressed me from the first shot. The limiting factors are just that on a cropped body, you’ll need to step back a bit to get that portrait (but the bokeh will make it worth your while) and the photographer behind the camera (I need to learn better exposure on my camera, and to try to stabilize shots better).Please enjoy some of my first few photos, and consider giving the 56mm a place in your life if you’re like me and want a more portrait focused lens.
| Focal Length | 56mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 85mm) |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.2 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Lens Mount | FUJIFILM X |
| Lens Format Coverage | APS-C |
