However, the f1.4, with its maximum aperture, provides slightly sharper images than the f2. So for photographers who are shooting more granular images or need more details, the Fujifilm 23mm f1.4 is better. For the average street photographer, the difference is minuscule and not quite worth the much higher cost of the f1.4 lens. Price Range And finally let’s switch it for the compact XF 23 f2 and as I turn the focusing ring from infinity to the closest distance you’ll see virtually no change in the magnification. So in terms of focus breathing, none of the 23s are bad, but the cheapest 23 f2 is actually the best-behaved of all with essentially no change in magnification. The great thing about this combination is that you can’t really go wrong. My personal kit contains the Fuji 35mm 1.4 + Fuji 23mm f2 (while I try or rent a lot of lenses, I only buy ones I see myself traveling with regularly).

It’s one of three in Fujifilm’s weather-sealed Fujinon f2 series. The Fuji 23mm is a compact, lightweight, weather-resistant, silent autofocus wide-angle lens and is not bad looking. Manual focus ring is electronic, so it only works if you select MANUAL FOCUS (M) on your camera. Manual focus override only works if you have the shutter half-pressed and only during SINGLE (S) autofocus. The focus ring is completely ignored in CONTINUOUS autofocus (C) mode. Given the silent focus, incredible sharpness, and great bokeh, the Fujifilm 23mm f2 is perfect for street photography. It’s also great for travel photography and, of course, bloggers on the go like me. The weather-resistant design of the f2 allows for great outdoor shooting. You can whip it out and take romantic photos in the soft summer drizzle or get amazing shots of snow falling in the streets. Fujifilm xf 23mm f2 Focal Length – Wide angle lensFuji cameras use APS-C size sensors with a 1.53X crop factor. To get a 35mm field of view (essentially the width and height of the frame) you need to use a 23mm lens. Up until now the only option was the excellent Fuji 23mm f1.4 lens but this thing is gargantuan. Seriously, it’s about the size of a coffee cup sitting on the front of the camera and not at all something I’d want to lug around for a day of shooting. First off, 23mm is an extremely versatile focal length. It’s a wide-angle lens that you can still use for portraits of people without it looking unflattering. The Fujinon xf 23mm f2 lens build quality is slimmer and lighter than other Fujinon lenses, making it a more comfortable option to use on smaller cameras. And without any unnecessary parts and pieces, the lens is slim and fuss-free.

It also has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.13x. The aspherical elements are positioned, so the image plane is flat, providing edge-to-edge sharpness.

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I’ll start with a portrait composition shot from about a meter and a half away. Here’s the full image from each lens, followed by cropped areas for a closer look. As with most lenses, the 23mm f2 has its own pros and cons. This Fuji 23mm review is aimed at helping you better understand the lens and where it outshines other lenses. There is also a comparison to the Fuji 23mm f1.4 at the end for those who are contemplating which one to get. The Fuji 23mm f2 is designated as WR for Weather Resistant. And when combined with an X-Pro2 or X-T2 you’ve got a weather resistant system that I wouldn’t hesitate to use under any weather condition. Now, I wouldn’t submerge my camera under water but it’s nice to know I don’t need to run for cover at the first sign of rain. Taking a closer look at their subject details shows the 23 1.4 on the left is tremendously crisp and contrasty, versus a softer result from the 23 f2 on the right. Viewed in isolation, the 23 f2 on the right isn’t bad, it’s just that the newer 23 1.4 on the left is noticeably crisper.

Over the course of the last week, I have really put this little lens through it’s paces. I have taken it from the cold and wet winter streets of London, all the way across Europe, right to the dusty heat of the Dubai desert. Throughout that time I found myself really impressed with the it’s performance and versatility. Small enough to be used discreetly for street photography, but rugged enough to cope with whatever the weather could throw at it. Certainly I can see it pretty much permanently attached to my X-T2 for some time to come.This lens has fantastic centre sharpness, but it starts to fade a little in the corners. This isn’t often a major issue for street photographers, though, and sometimes could be more noticeable. Most of the time, if you play around with f-stops, you’ll find the ideal sharpness for your subject. Fujifilm 23 f2 Review Glare and Flare The Fujifilm Fujinon 23mm f/2 is very sharp for most purposes and very well made. It's a great little lens at a bargain price. But of course, they’re all different (that’s why Fuji makes them). So to narrow it down, here are the deciding factors to consider: While walking around the streets I forget everything around me. I like this feeling a lot. When I get a good shot, I am very happy, and the whole day was worth the travel and walking. Plus, Fujifilm is known for its stunning prime lenses, so every Fuji photographer should have at least one in their photography kit.