XF 56mm F1.2 R WR Fujinon
- 56mm
- f/1.2
- Prime
- Weather sealed
- 445 g
- Min focus 0.5 m
Quick answer
A redesigned 56mm f/1.2 portrait prime for Fujifilm X with weather sealing and faster autofocus. It gives about 85mm equivalent.
Pros
- Faster focus than the first version
- Weather-resistant
- Close focus to 0.5 m
Cons
- Slightly heavier than the first version at about 445 g
- Narrow depth of field at f/1.2 demands precise focus
Verdict
The version to choose if autofocus performance matters. The original is still a capable portrait lens.
About this lens
Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R WR Fujinon: an APS-C fast standard prime lens with a 56mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.2, made for Fujifilm X mount cameras, with weather-resistant construction. A fast portrait prime for Fujifilm X cameras with a wide f/1.2 aperture.
Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R WR Fujinon specifications
- Brand
- Fujifilm
- Mount
- Fujifilm X
- Focal length
- 56mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.2
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Weather sealing
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.5 m
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
- Weight
- 445 g
- Length
- 76 mm
- Diameter
- 79 mm
Specification source: wikidata.org
What can you shoot with the Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R WR Fujinon?
- Portraits
- Weddings
- Low-light
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 84mm | 24.2° | 28.9° |
Frequently asked questions
What changed in the WR version?
Fujifilm added weather sealing and updated the autofocus system.
Is the Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R WR Fujinon sharp wide open?
It is regarded as sharp wide open, with focus accuracy mattering more than sharpness at f/1.2.
Does the Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R WR Fujinon have an aperture ring?
Yes. It has a physical aperture ring on the barrel, so you can set the aperture without going through the camera menus.
Alternatives for Fujifilm X from other brands
All Fujifilm X lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
