Name: Fujinon XF 56mm f/1.2 R
Brand: Fujifilm
SKU: 286
Rating: 4.2 (33 reviews)

4.4

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.5 / 5

The focus ring operates very smoothly
XF 56mm performs with aplomb
metal focusing ring is smooth and responsive

the lens does not provide the focus clutch mechanism
optical image stabilization
APD filter adds cost

Construction: Fixed
Elements: 11
Focus method: Internal
Autofocus: yes
Max format size: APS-C (crop)
Focal length: , 56 mm
Image stabilisation: no
Lens type: Normal

Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1.2 R - Pros & Cons

The focus ring operates very smoothly
XF 56mm performs with aplomb
metal focusing ring is smooth and responsive
super sharp
even wide open
and exhibits beautifully dreamy bokeh
It is solidly built and feels sturdy
well
it is well placed on the lens and easy to reach
experience more efficient
high quality and durable lenses
an excellent lens and in the APS-C world
fast and silent autofocus
auto-focus to be fairly quick and mostly reliable
Beautiful quality images
great contrast and wonderful sharpness throughout
56mm is very comfortable to use
Great bokeh and a nice compact size
it is fine
worked surprisingly well
Great contrast and micro contrast
he is very comfortable with this focal length

the lens does not provide the focus clutch mechanism
optical image stabilization
APD filter adds cost
slows focus
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the lens is shooting a uniformly gray scene
Fuji would provide a tougher lens hood
The barrel of the lens does not extend when focusing
The APD lens does not use phase-detect AF
the lens sometimes struggled to find focus
is no button on the lens to switch between auto and manual focus
the images are much cooler than from other lenses in similar situations
it is not a lens that you could ever sell
it s not a lens
the focal plane is so narrow you may
it s just far too slow for reliable autofocus
beautiful bokeh
albeit slow to focus and heavy
too sharp for portraits unless you soften in post
There is no additional cost to you
Always a bit too tight or not tight enough
spectacularly sharp
not so noisy that everyday ambient sounds won't block it out
This lens is not designed for macro shooting
reduced ghosting and flare
good in low light
Low contrast would be forgiving towards the model
sharpness that has ruined another vital component of this lens
dreadful AF this lens has

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Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1.2 R - Full Specifications

Lens type	Normal
Lens mount	Fujifilm X

Aperture max	1.2
Aperture min	16
Aperture ring	yes
Number of diaphragm blades	7
Aperture features	Rounded diaphragm

Construction	Fixed
Elements	11
Groups	8
Special elements / coatings	2 ED elements 1 Double-side aspherical element

Weight	14.29 oz
Diameter	2.87 in
Length	2.76 in
Filter size	2.44 in

Max Format size	APS-C
Focal length	< 56
Focal Length 35mm Equivalent	< 85
Maximum magnification	0.09 x
Image stabilisation	no

Focus method	Internal
Autofocus	yes
Autofocus motor type	Micromotor
Full-time Manual focusing	no
Closest focusing distance	0.70
Distance scale	no
Depth of field (DoF) scale	no

Colour of product	Black
Body materials	Metal
Tripod collar	no
Hood supplied	yes
Filter thread	yes
Sealing	no

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Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1.2 R Fujifilm - Editorial Reviews (6)

4.4

Based on 6 reviews

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Published: 11.03.2014

Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R Review | Photography Blog

5.0

The Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R is a very fast short telephoto prime lens for Fujifilm X-series compact system cameras. Offering a classic focal range of 84mm in 35mm terms, is the Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R lens worth considering? Read our Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R review to find out...

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Published: 06.01.2014

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Published: 10.02.2016

Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm F1.2 R Review

4.0

The Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm F1.2 R has more light-gathering capability than any lens in the Fuji mirrorless system, and captures images with crisp details.