FUJIFILM XF 23mm f/2 R WR Fujinon APS-C Lens for X-Mount, Black Review
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The Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR is a compact, weather-sealed prime lens for Fujifilm's X-mount APS-C cameras, offering a 35mm equivalent field of view. That focal length makes it a versatile option for street photography, environmental portraits, and travel work where portability and all-weather durability matter. At f/2, it delivers solid low-light performance without the size or cost penalty of the faster f/1.4 sibling.
The lens features two aspherical elements to control distortion and aberrations, along with Fujifilm's Super EBC coating to minimize flare and ghosting. Autofocus is rated at 0.05 seconds, and the minimum focus distance of nine inches opens up creative close-up possibilities. The weather-resistant build and nine-blade aperture round out a spec sheet aimed squarely at working photographers who value speed and reliability over ultimate optical perfection. At this price point, it sits comfortably in the middle of Fujifilm's prime lineup, balancing performance, size, and cost for everyday shooting.
- Weather and dust-sealed construction for all-conditions shooting
- Fast 0.05-second autofocus with quiet operation
- Close 9-inch minimum focus distance for creative close-ups
- Compact and lightweight design ideal for travel and street work
- f/2 aperture is a stop slower than the f/1.4 version for those needing maximum light gathering
- Lacks the ultimate subject isolation and bokeh of faster primes
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The Fujifilm 23mm f/2 XF R WR is a fast, wide, weather & dust-resistant fixed-focal lens designed for the Fuji X-mount mirrorless camera system. With a 35mm equivalent focal length of 35mm, this fast, bright, and wide lens is ideal for landscape, street, architecture and so much more. The optical design includes two aspherical elements which reduce spherical as well as chromatic and axial aberrations. Fuji's Super EBC (Electron Beam Coating) is also applied to the elements to reduce ghosting and flares. What you get are crisp, clear, and an edge-to-edge sharp images, even in low-light conditions. Not just for wide, the 23mm f/2 let's you explore your creative side by shooting close-up subjects. The Fujifilm 23mm f/2 XF R WR can focus as close as 9 inches with it's smooth, high-speed, autofocus; locking in on your subject in just 0.05 seconds. With great portability and impressive depth of scale, this compact weather and dust-sealed lens produces dramatic and stunning images. Photographers looking for an additional f/stop of aperture should also consider the excellent (though more costly and slightly larger) Fujifilm 23mm f/1.4 XF R lens. Key Features Bright f/2 maximum aperture 35mm in 35mm format equivalent Minimum focus 22.8cm (9in) Precise and quiet autofocus motor Super Electron Beam Coating Weather-resistant design Nine rounded aperture blades Compact and light Available accessories include: Fujifilm 16494863 Lens Hood, 43mm filters, FLCP-43 Lens Front Cap, and RLCP-002 Lens Rear Cap.
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