I was lucky to have pre-ordered my 27mm mkII before the actual release date and got mine in the first batch before they became near impossible to find. I really like this lens and am so happy that I'm not in that group craving one without being able to fine it. I agree with everything that you said in this video, but would add that anyone can benefit from having a pancake lens. While I do use it on my X-Pro2, it also goes out on my X-T and X-E bodies as well. Small can be good in certain social situations and this lens can make you seem less intrusive. If size is a secondary consideration, I recommend the Square Hood for this lens. It is as well designed as the one for the X-100 series and really makes the resistance to flare more effective compared to the naked glass sitting out front. I have not taken this hood off since I got it. Its expensive, but worth it. I have 12 XF lenses and the 27mm f/2.8 wr lens has been my lens of choice since I got it. Physically and optically it is terrific.
hello, great video as always. How does it compare - òptically / AF wise - to the MK I version? For me the aperture ring is not paramount as I am shooting with XPRO2 and don´t need it to be weather sealed. Is it worth to save some money and get the MK 1 instead for 200euro? thanks!
I've been on the fence about buying this lens when I already own the 23mm F/2 for use on my XPro3. If and when a larger sensor comes out with the rumored XPro4 will the 27mm f/2.8 MKII be able to take advantage of the larger sensor??? I do think I'd like the 27mm vs. the 23mm field of view a little better for street photography. Any changes in your thoughts about this lens in 2024?
@@Tudor_Mateescu so there are 27mm framelines in the xpro1?.. also I just bought a xpro1 yesterday and need a first lens... the 27mm original from fuji is pretty expensive. Is there a cheaper option that you have tested and can recommend?
@@Webrisernl you can try ttartisan 27mm that has some 3d pop compared to the Fuji - but it's slower in af. Yes the frame lines are adjusting depending on your lens.
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There is nothing like this for my Sony a6400. Would you say the 27mm WR and the XT5 autofocus better than the A6400? I am thinking about the Sony A7C with the 40mm f2.5 or the Fuji XT5 and 27mm WR.
If you are a long time Sony shooter I would recommend a7c and 40mm. I had that combo in hand - it's extraordinary. The X-T5 AF it's behind - I feel we have a buggy firmware. With eye AF I've got ok results just with the new 18mm f1.4 lens. The 35mm F2 I feel it worked worth than on xpro3 but I need to test it more. But eye AF and AFC it's not ok for street photography - for family, events and paid portraits with the new lenses it seems will do the job. But for sure the firmware it's buggy - I think they will improve it. But overall I'm liking a lot. The image quality and mojo it's top notch. I like it more than Sony a7r3 and xpro3. The color and bnw jpeg files are crazy good 👍 and I love to use it in video and photo. When the AFC will be fixed... What a dream camera 📸
I was lucky to have pre-ordered my 27mm mkII before the actual release date and got mine in the first batch before they became near impossible to find. I really like this lens and am so happy that I'm not in that group craving one without being able to fine it.
I agree with everything that you said in this video, but would add that anyone can benefit from having a pancake lens. While I do use it on my X-Pro2, it also goes out on my X-T and X-E bodies as well. Small can be good in certain social situations and this lens can make you seem less intrusive.
If size is a secondary consideration, I recommend the Square Hood for this lens. It is as well designed as the one for the X-100 series and really makes the resistance to flare more effective compared to the naked glass sitting out front. I have not taken this hood off since I got it. Its expensive, but worth it.
I have 12 XF lenses and the 27mm f/2.8 wr lens has been my lens of choice since I got it. Physically and optically it is terrific.
What you recommend me to buy as first lens for my xpro1? The fuji 23mm 2.0 or the 27mm pancake?
It depends... If it's your first lens I would start with Fujifilm 23mm f2 and build from there.
My goodness what a review. Thanks for doing your best
I like taking this combo out on local walks and hikes.
hello, great video as always. How does it compare - òptically / AF wise - to the MK I version?
For me the aperture ring is not paramount as I am shooting with XPRO2 and don´t need it to be weather sealed. Is it worth to save some money and get the MK 1 instead for 200euro?
thanks!
Yes, optically the lenses are similar from my knowledge.
I've been on the fence about buying this lens when I already own the 23mm F/2 for use on my XPro3. If and when a larger sensor comes out with the rumored XPro4 will the 27mm f/2.8 MKII be able to take advantage of the larger sensor??? I do think I'd like the 27mm vs. the 23mm field of view a little better for street photography. Any changes in your thoughts about this lens in 2024?
It's a good lens, and is doing the job. But nothing special regarding the rendering.
th-cam.com/video/zdlErY4ity8/w-d-xo.html
But how about the framelines? There are no 27mm framelines availible right?
They are for the 27mm f2.8 but you don't have for the 18mm focal length
@@Tudor_Mateescu so there are 27mm framelines in the xpro1?.. also I just bought a xpro1 yesterday and need a first lens... the 27mm original from fuji is pretty expensive. Is there a cheaper option that you have tested and can recommend?
@@Webrisernl you can try ttartisan 27mm that has some 3d pop compared to the Fuji - but it's slower in af. Yes the frame lines are adjusting depending on your lens.
@@Tudor_Mateescu thanks for help!
ATTENTION REQUIRED NOW - 4 actions that you can take right now!
⭐1. Stars of this show are:
• This lens will change everything for your X-PRO camera amzn.to/3Fm0HyH
→ Alternative if you don't find the Fuji version: amzn.to/3utF8WL
• Fujifilm X-PRO3 amzn.to/38yply3
• My preferred color dura black: amzn.to/3hfsKX2
• Baby X-PRO3 amzn.to/3LHgOqM
• The BIG BROTHER OF X-PRO3 amzn.to/3DAJzmK
📸NEW FROM FUJI THAT I RECOMMEND:
THE NEW STAR: amzn.to/3DAJzmK
✓Work horse camera: amzn.to/3Lxii8n
✓Bokelicious lens: amzn.to/3BUcySO
✓ Do it all lens: amzn.to/3du3VVJ
✓ Must have lens: amzn.to/3xFC5N0
✓ Wide Angle King Lens: amzn.to/3DYdQxJ
FUJIFILM LENSES THAT I LOVE AND USE:
► My latest baby Fuji X Mount amzn.to/3gRRg01
► Fuji 18mm f2 amzn.to/3x8OVE8
► If you want that DOF and blurry background go for Fuji18mm f1.4 amzn.to/3TfawDp
► Fuji 35mm f1.4 amzn.to/38qdQZj
► Fuji 35mm f2 amzn.to/3uVQS3T
► Sigma 30mm f1.4 amzn.to/3udnl67
► Viltrox 23mm f1.4 amzn.to/37loqQS
► Fujinon XF23mmF1.4 amzn.to/3QLDQzQ
► Viltrox 56mm f1.4 amzn.to/3xabjgi
► Viltrox 33mm f1.4 amzn.to/3jcbOhO
🎥 2. Check my gear that I use for TH-cam videos:
Lumix G85 amzn.to/3dsK1dr (but I would go now for GH5 or GH6 amzn.to/3JLBrT2)
Lumix 7-14 F4 (my go to lens for vlogging in the studio) amzn.to/3zNzD7y
Sony A7R3 amzn.to/3FYSYFn
Sony 35mm f2.8 Sonnar amzn.to/3wpgiZH
GOPRO Hero 10: amzn.to/3Pierfz
Rode VideoMic NTG amzn.to/3peGIZW
Rode Procaster XLR Microphone (superb audio and quality for the price) amzn.to/3dpVzOs
⚙All my gear list here:
tudormateescu.com/recommended-products-for-photography/
🛒Check my Amazon Shop with gear that I use: amzn.to/3zRWrml
Help support the channel and use the above affiliate links for your purchase. I get a small commission when
you purchase something (at no extra cost for you) and this is helping me to get going with the channel.
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Also...
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There is nothing like this for my Sony a6400. Would you say the 27mm WR and the XT5 autofocus better than the A6400?
I am thinking about the Sony A7C with the 40mm f2.5 or the Fuji XT5 and 27mm WR.
If you are a long time Sony shooter I would recommend a7c and 40mm. I had that combo in hand - it's extraordinary. The X-T5 AF it's behind - I feel we have a buggy firmware. With eye AF I've got ok results just with the new 18mm f1.4 lens. The 35mm F2 I feel it worked worth than on xpro3 but I need to test it more. But eye AF and AFC it's not ok for street photography - for family, events and paid portraits with the new lenses it seems will do the job. But for sure the firmware it's buggy - I think they will improve it.
But overall I'm liking a lot. The image quality and mojo it's top notch. I like it more than Sony a7r3 and xpro3. The color and bnw jpeg files are crazy good 👍 and I love to use it in video and photo. When the AFC will be fixed... What a dream camera 📸
How long before you sell the X100V Tudor?
Not too soon, loving it too much also 😍
Great lens but hard to get.
Like most things Fuji.
Did you know you can zoom in the ovf by holdin the ovf to evf switch ?
Only xpro1 and 2 had this feature. The xpro3 dropped it for more profit…
@BelgianBush Rc :( , the only thing makes the xpro 3 better than the xpro2 is the autofocus and the classic negative simulation
@@corvo_flashes For me, having xpro3 and coming from xpro1, the rear screen is a big pro!
Xpro 3 can bring up a smaller EVF in the OVF window. Can have three views…full size, zoomed in half way, and then super close zoom.
@@corvo_flashes Xpro3 viewfinder is bigger, just could not get on with the smaller finder of xpro2
Can we get English subtitles? 😂
English subtitles activated 😁
Tudor has a lovely accent and his English is very good
@@edwardeaton4266 loser
Man I love his accent :D
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