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The reason I have hung onto my 50mm Fuji is because of the, “normal perspective.“ 35mm lens on a crop sensor is still a wide angle 35mm lens and NOT a 50mm full frame, “equivalent.” It only shares the angle of view, but the perspective, i.e., the projected separation between objects, is still distorted. A 50mm lens on a FF sensor is where the lens perspective is that of the human eye. A 50mm lens is a 50mm lens regardless of the size of the collector plain; and the natural perspective of a 50mm lens remains so whether it’s used on a one inch RX100 Camera or an 8 x 10 large format. That’s the simple and demonstrable physics. Sorry 4/3 users but to get proper (normal) subject/object perceived separation you need to use 100mm lens. This is the little secret camera manufactures don’t tell you… or other photographers for that matter. Why, I don’t know. I would myself be shooting with a Sony FF if not for Fuji’s relative price, size, weight, film simulations, and generally cool aesthetic form-factor-but at least I’m aware of the compromise and work around it, ergo, why I still use the Fuji 50mm and why it has a purpose even though I usually use my cropped 35mm for most of my street work. I wish it wasn’t so, guys, but there you have it.
So, one year later. Do you have any more insights, experiences and/or conclusions between the two focal lengths? I'm debating between these two lenses (and the 35mm f1.4) and with limited experience it's hadd to make a choice. Also, since last year, Fuji also released a XF30mm F2.8 macro that enters the race. Hope to hear from you! 🙌
Halo, this is the German Coast Guard, what are you "sinking" about? Jokes aside, thank you for sharing your experience. Can you make a tutorial about best low light lenses for Fujifilm systems?
Nice video. I have the 33mm f1.4, which is excellent, but for taking pictures of people, I usually use the sports finder, to get closer. I was considering the Fuji 50mm f2, to get even closer, but after your negative review, I will reconsider it. Thanks
The 50mm F2 is ok for what it is - but it's not an every day lens. 33mm f1.4 on sports finder mode I think is a good choice. The next choice a 56mm lens I would recommend.
It's similar, but in low light and in some situations I feel it's not quite there. But nothing to complain too much how I've said. If searched now on google and I see other are complaining too about beeing slow in low light. So make some test in low light/night street photography.
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The reason I have hung onto my 50mm Fuji is because of the, “normal perspective.“ 35mm lens on a crop sensor is still a wide angle 35mm lens and NOT a 50mm full frame, “equivalent.” It only shares the angle of view, but the perspective, i.e., the projected separation between objects, is still distorted.
A 50mm lens on a FF sensor is where the lens perspective is that of the human eye. A 50mm lens is a 50mm lens regardless of the size of the collector plain; and the natural perspective of a 50mm lens remains so whether it’s used on a one inch RX100 Camera or an 8 x 10 large format. That’s the simple and demonstrable physics. Sorry 4/3 users but to get proper (normal) subject/object perceived separation you need to use 100mm lens.
This is the little secret camera manufactures don’t tell you… or other photographers for that matter. Why, I don’t know. I would myself be shooting with a Sony FF if not for Fuji’s relative price, size, weight, film simulations, and generally cool aesthetic form-factor-but at least I’m aware of the compromise and work around it, ergo, why I still use the Fuji 50mm and why it has a purpose even though I usually use my cropped 35mm for most of my street work. I wish it wasn’t so, guys, but there you have it.
So, one year later. Do you have any more insights, experiences and/or conclusions between the two focal lengths? I'm debating between these two lenses (and the 35mm f1.4) and with limited experience it's hadd to make a choice. Also, since last year, Fuji also released a XF30mm F2.8 macro that enters the race. Hope to hear from you! 🙌
35mm f1.4 is the best choice I would say now
Halo, this is the German Coast Guard, what are you "sinking" about?
Jokes aside, thank you for sharing your experience.
Can you make a tutorial about best low light lenses for Fujifilm systems?
Thank you, I've noted the ideea ;)
I'm surprised that the 50mm f/2 is slower to focus than the 35mm f/2. Good to know!
I was surprised too, didn't expect that when I've bought it. It feels especially in low light. It's not much slower, but it feels...
Nice video. I have the 33mm f1.4, which is excellent, but for taking pictures of people, I usually use the sports finder, to get closer. I was considering the Fuji 50mm f2, to get even closer, but after your negative review, I will reconsider it. Thanks
The 50mm F2 is ok for what it is - but it's not an every day lens. 33mm f1.4 on sports finder mode I think is a good choice. The next choice a 56mm lens I would recommend.
@@Tudor_Mateescu Many thanks for your advice.
I choose 23/f2 + 35/f1.4 + sigma 56/1.4
Choose both!
50mm F2 is the best lens of f2 series, except the 90mm...
Nahhh 18mmf2 😮 I still own the 50mmf2 and sold my 35mm and 23mm f2. But the 18mmf2 is the true storyteller
I find the AF on my 50mm f2 just as snappy as my 35mm f2.
It's similar, but in low light and in some situations I feel it's not quite there. But nothing to complain too much how I've said. If searched now on google and I see other are complaining too about beeing slow in low light. So make some test in low light/night street photography.
@@Tudor_Mateescu Ah, gotcha. I'll have to test that out. I usually just use the 35mm at night. No reason other than it's my favorite lens.
You admit it yourself: The 50mm are your personal problem.