I have been using the GF 20-35mm for the last 10 days and I am very impressed with it. I hesitated between the 23mm prime and this as it is a very sharp lens. The difference in size and weight is negligible and both are f/4 aperture lenses. This lens changed my opinion on an ultra wide zoom. The shorter focal length (20mm) is surprisingly handy, although the distortion is fairly pronounced, and being able to zoom in to 35mm really adds flexibility to the lens. My current go to for street and cityscape shooting is this lens and the GF 45mm f/2.8, especially when shooting at night.
Well said. The 23mm is great, but IMO… the 20-35 is also f4, lighter… pretty much the same quality. I think its the better purchase. I do wish it was a 2.8. I like doing long exposure/HDR at night so f4 is fine on the 20-35 for me, but I wouldnt do hand held with f4 at night. I'm with ya!
You know… I have never considered the 30. or 63. I have always heard kind of meh things about them. But 30 would be a pretty cool focal equivalent (23.7mm) and have much nicer bokeh than the 23. I think ultimately I would personally hold out for the future 35 1.7, Naturally we have the 80 1.7. the 55 1.7 is coming. 35 1.7 would make alot of sense!
@@MikeBanom Oh really? I've only read good things in reviews so far. I'm trying to put together a kit with the 100s for travel photography. I was thinking of the 45-100, the 30 and the 45 as an always on. But I'm not quite satisfied with the composition yet ;)
@@MikeBanom the 30mm was my second most used lens with the 100-200 being first on a 2 month journey from NJ up to Prudhoe Bay and the Deadhorse Camp! Excellent lens
@@MikeBanom Cannot wait. Your production quality, "non TH-cam voice", and passion for the GFX system makes you one of the best to do it on here. Stoked for what's next man!
@@oxeneers I'm glad you brought this up. I specifically asked to review both the 45 and 50 because I want one of them, and couldnt figure out which to buy! I'm going to have a video on this exact topic. I want the 45 for the quality / focal length. I want the 50 for the same, but the compact-ness. Which one will win? That is the question.
@@MikeBanom Oh, that's so sick. Glad you have a Fujifilm connect and I look forward to more videos from you man - always an instant watch when I see it pop up!
Check out my final review on the GF20-35mm / f4 here:
th-cam.com/video/EkAh42O0W7A/w-d-xo.html
I have been using the GF 20-35mm for the last 10 days and I am very impressed with it. I hesitated between the 23mm prime and this as it is a very sharp lens. The difference in size and weight is negligible and both are f/4 aperture lenses. This lens changed my opinion on an ultra wide zoom. The shorter focal length (20mm) is surprisingly handy, although the distortion is fairly pronounced, and being able to zoom in to 35mm really adds flexibility to the lens. My current go to for street and cityscape shooting is this lens and the GF 45mm f/2.8, especially when shooting at night.
Well said. The 23mm is great, but IMO… the 20-35 is also f4, lighter… pretty much the same quality. I think its the better purchase. I do wish it was a 2.8. I like doing long exposure/HDR at night so f4 is fine on the 20-35 for me, but I wouldnt do hand held with f4 at night. I'm with ya!
Have you also considered the GF 30mm? Even though the 20-35mm and 23mm are much wider, that would be an option considering the lower price and weight.
You know… I have never considered the 30. or 63. I have always heard kind of meh things about them. But 30 would be a pretty cool focal equivalent (23.7mm) and have much nicer bokeh than the 23. I think ultimately I would personally hold out for the future 35 1.7, Naturally we have the 80 1.7. the 55 1.7 is coming. 35 1.7 would make alot of sense!
@@MikeBanom Oh really? I've only read good things in reviews so far. I'm trying to put together a kit with the 100s for travel photography. I was thinking of the 45-100, the 30 and the 45 as an always on. But I'm not quite satisfied with the composition yet ;)
@@MikeBanom the 30mm was my second most used lens with the 100-200 being first on a 2 month journey from NJ up to Prudhoe Bay and the Deadhorse Camp! Excellent lens
Pumped to see the results of actual shots!!! Amped on that.
Give me about 2 weeks, and get ready!! Haha
@@MikeBanom Cannot wait. Your production quality, "non TH-cam voice", and passion for the GFX system makes you one of the best to do it on here. Stoked for what's next man!
@@oxeneers I really appreciate your ultra kind words! Thanks so much, and I will keep the content coming!
How exciting! Can’t wait to see you test the lens out in the field
Thanks for the comment Oliver! Keep your eyes peeled for an in-depth review coming very soon!
@@MikeBanom do a side by side compare with the Sony system! It’ll be good to see how the two systems compare in size/weight/ergonomics
@@Sparky_oto I will add this to the list!!
I’m on the list. I shoot w the 50r and 100s. Can’t wait. It’ll supplement my 30, 45, 50 and 100-200!!!
45 vs 50. I own the 50 but have wanted the 45.. pros? cons?
It is such a great lens, you won't be disappointed! Full review coming in 2 weeks (ish)
@@oxeneers I'm glad you brought this up. I specifically asked to review both the 45 and 50 because I want one of them, and couldnt figure out which to buy! I'm going to have a video on this exact topic. I want the 45 for the quality / focal length. I want the 50 for the same, but the compact-ness. Which one will win? That is the question.
@@MikeBanom Oh, that's so sick. Glad you have a Fujifilm connect and I look forward to more videos from you man - always an instant watch when I see it pop up!
@@oxeneers Thanks for all the support, I appreciate you!!
chunky boi!