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Home โ†’ Reviews โ†’ Cameras and Lenses โ†’ Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 R Review

Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 R Review

By Elizabeth 68 Comments
Last Updated On September 2, 2020

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Summary

The XF 56mm f/1.2 R is one of Fujifilm’s finest lenses, and is ideally suited to portrait photography. For such a fast lens, it is exceptionally sharp edge to edge, something one normally does not see on most portrait lenses out there. It is also very well built and not too heavy, especially when compared to its DSLR equivalents. However, what sets this lens apart from others, is its beautiful rendering of out-of-focus areas. Fuji has set the bar high regarding the optical qualities of this lens and it delivered an exceptional tool for the Fuji X system.

Fuji X-Pro2 Image Samples (2)
X-Pro2 + XF56mmF1.2 R APD @ 56mm, ISO 200, 1/8, f/5.6

If you are a Fuji X shooter and you do a lot of portrait, event or wedding photography, this is a lens that should be in your camera bag.

Where to Buy

B&H is currently selling the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R for $999.

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X-T2 + XF56mmF1.2 R @ 56mm, ISO 200, 1/3800, f/1.4

Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 R
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  • Size and Weight

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