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Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R vs Viltrox 56mm f/1.4

Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.

Verdict at a glance

  • Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R is faster by 0.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/1.4), letting in more light.
Specification comparison
Spec XF 56mm f/1.2 R 56mm f/1.4
Brand Fujifilm Viltrox
Mount Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Type Prime Prime
Focal length 56mm 56mm
Max aperture f/1.2 (faster) f/1.4
Format aps-c n/a
Weight g 405 n/a
Filter mm 62 n/a
Length mm 70.0 n/a
Diameter mm 73.0 n/a
Min focus m 0.7 n/a

Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R

A fast portrait prime for Fujifilm X giving about 85mm equivalent at f/1.2. It is prized for shallow depth of field.

Pros

  • f/1.2 aperture
  • Smooth background blur
  • Compact for the speed

Cons

  • Autofocus is slow
  • Not weather-resistant

Viltrox 56mm f/1.4

A 56mm f/1.4 APS-C fast standard prime lens, the Viltrox 56mm f/1.4 is designed for Fujifilm X mount bodies. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

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