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Fujifilm's second-generation 56mm f/1.2, from 2022. Launched at $999.95 (US). Who it suits: portrait photographers on Fujifilm X.
Why it exists. Fujifilm said it was "pleased to announce the launch of the FUJINON XF56mmF1.2 R WR. It will be a new addition to the lineup of interchangeable XF lenses" (Fujifilm release).
It is weather resistant, with an 11-blade aperture, and weighs 445 g.
Who should buy it? Fujifilm X portrait photographers who want f/1.2 in a sealed lens.
Fujifilm announced the lens in September 2022, at $999.95 in the US (Fujifilm).
It uses 13 elements in 8 groups with two aspherical and one ED element. Specs below are from Fujifilm's spec page.
Key specs for the Fujifilm XF56mm F1.2 R WR, from Fujifilm. Source for each row in brackets.
| Format / range | Fujifilm X, 56mm, f/1.2 [Fujifilm] |
|---|---|
| Optics | 13 elements in 8 groups; 2 aspherical, 1 ED [Fujifilm] |
| Aperture | 11 blades; minimum f/16 [Fujifilm] |
| Filters | 67mm [Fujifilm] |
| Build | Weather resistant (WR) [Fujifilm] |
| Size / weight | ø79.4 × 76 mm; 445 g [Fujifilm] |
| Announced / price | September 2022; $999.95 (US) [Fujifilm] |
We could not find enough openly licensed sample photos taken with this lens to build our own gallery. To see what it can do, browse the Fujifilm sample images for the XF56mm F1.2 R WR.
Fujifilm: Launched at $999.95 in 2022 (US).
Who it's for: Fujifilm X portrait photographers who want f/1.2 with weather resistance.
Comparing portrait lenses? See our Lenses by purpose guide.
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