Fuji 23mm f2 Lens Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ส.ค. 2018
- IN THIS video we will review the Fujinon 23mm f2 lens and see how it looks on the XT2 and XT20. Also a good excuse to show the 27mm f2.8 and the 35mm f2.
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U da man, Omar. Seriously, your videos are great. Upbeat, knowledgeable, they cover the bases very well. Thank you. The lens comparisons are especially helpful. Keep up the great content! Keep it real and keep on keeping it light! Thumbs way up!
The reason why i like watching your reviews is that they are both informative and entertaining! excellent review
Thanks for the review. Have been on the fence for a long time about this lens. You’ve helped me make the correct decision. Many Thanks
I suspect the haziness with close focusing at f2 is a result of Fuji adding a lens group to change the angle of incidence to be narrower. The short flange distance means that you get smearing in the corners with wide lenses and they have to correct for that.
I've learned so much about shooting just from this "lens review." Thanks so much for all of this detail! This was an incredible mini-masterclass on using your gear!!
Thanks so much for interesting video. Been watching for several months now and have come to admire how you explore the Fuji X system without becoming condescending (its only APS-C!) or evangelizing like an “X Photographer.” I appreciate the integrity. It’s great to hear from a real working photographer. I also appreciate that you are doing these videos out of a real love for photography and not just trying to use You Tube to leverage your videos into a full time monetizing and sell stuff gig. Unlike some nameless others - although I did like your comment on his recent XH-1 video. You really should have a camera for more than a day before you review it. It takes me a month just to get thru the manual. Still hope you will have a meet-up for us Joisey guys (and gals).
I just want to say thank for these videos! you really help me be efficient with my xt-20. Always look forward to your videos!
You're welcome!
I have both 23mm lenses, thinking the Brick was too heavy I bought the f/2, but I totally agree with you. The 1.4 is so much more fun to shoot with for those close shots and sharpness wide open!
I absolutely love the f/2 line of lenses. Small, lightweight, fast AF, and extremely affordable. I will say they are not great wide open and up close like you like to shoot. You said you had better luck with the 35/2 up close but I didn't. I found that to be soft as well. Nonetheless, it's still a great little lens. No lens if perfect so a little softness wide open and close up isn't too much to sacrifice in the grand scheme of things
This is like the 4th video of yours I've stumbled upon and watched to the end. Guess it's time to sub.
I've been using the f/2 for awhile and honestly, I've always wondered if I should switch to the older version. It just never really did it for me.
you're the most charming & distinct character among all youtubers. Love your awesome work bro from Brisbane, Australia.
I absolutely agree.. he not only gives good info.. he has this charming style. Very enjoyable to watch. Zürich, Switzerland
I recently found your channel and subscribed after just purchasing the X-T20. Love your videos! What lens would be best for landscapes?
Thanks for the review. I appreciate your perspective.
Man your reviews are the BEST. Thanks :)
I really loved this lens so much, the focal length is amazing, especially for street photography. Never experienced it being as soft closeup as in this video though. I stepped it down to 2.8 which made it a whole lot sharper. Maybe i haven't compared it enough with the sharpness of other lenses though.
Yep!! My experience with this lens also, and I have the pictures to prove it!
Th minimum focusing distance seems soft but back off a bit and it is OK. But sometimes I love the softness for more intimate pics
Omar, since you like to shoot close, you really should review the 60mm f2.4. It’s a total sleeper of a lens: gorgeous shots on products and food and it can be had for a steal. This is the most gorgeous overlooked lens I’ve come across in Fuji land.
Lovely photos, a joy to see. Sorry you were let down by the lens. Wow, the 16 looks wonderful, thanks for including it. As always, very enjoyable and helpful.
Sold mine for a 35mm f1.4. I know it's a different focal length but still.. no regrets so far. Great shots and thanks for the review Omar! The best as always!
I really appreciate your insights and sense of humour. Informative, refreshing & genuine. Thank you for your guidance 👍👍 Currently using the 23 Mm/f2 😎
YAAAS!!! Perfect review as always Omar.. I think im gonna hit that 16f1,4.. maaan details on that sneakers...
Best review of this lens. I bought it cheap together with my X-E3 and haven't really used it so far.
I was going to mention the 16mm, but you figured it out on your own. Great video.
Super video! one of your best dude. Such a pleasure to watch you ! Cheers from FR.
Nice review, Omar! Always interesting to hear how other photographers use lenses, because we're sort of opposite-thinking in terms of preferred aperture, not to mention subject matter. (I shoot landscape and products, alway on a solid tripod, and always at least at f/8 or f/11...Bokeh is not a concern for me, rather image sharpness and expansive DOF.) That said, though I agree that this 23 f/2 isn't up to snuff at f/2, since I never shoot wide open, it's not an issue for me. In fact, I find that at f/8-f/11, it's superbly sharp, though not quite as good as my stellar Fujinon XF80mm f/2.8 Macro, the absolute sharpest lens I've used in 40 years of photography! It's my "Go To" for small product shooting. Did you happen to see "The Angry Photographer"'s review of this lens? He called it stellar, and almost as fantastic as teh XF16mm f/1.4! Thanks again! .
I think that you might like the 60mm f2.4 macro. I picked it up used several weeks ago and really like it.
Great video! Could you do something similar for the 50mm F2 and the 16mm F2.8?
Have you tried the 50mm f/2.0 its meant to smash the f/56mm 1.2 and us weather sealed :)
great review omar i had to let mine go back and i got the 1.4 great lens …… always a great laugh watching your vlogs
Good review Omar, I like your photos.
Great review and comparison shots! Cheers 🍻
Hi Omar, thank you for you videos it really helps alot. Just new in the fuji system. For night photography say night portrait and landscape shots do I still need 23 or 35 f2 prime or the 18-55mm f2.8 will do the trick?
Thanks in advance for the answer!
Your videos are fantastic Omar, you should have your own network tv show!
Omar! Love the vids! What do you think of this lens on the XT5, vs the Viltrox 23 perhaps? Would love to hear your thoughts! Thanks and please keeps the amazing content coming!
Are you thinking about renting the f/1.4 version to have a comparison of all 4?
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Great video. I was wondering if you still have this lens (23mm f2) for sale? Let me know, thx.
Omar - I have the 35 f1.4 which has an amazing rendering and my Go to low light lens. Was thinking of getting a 23mm instead. Your video has sealed it for me - I will get the f1.4 if I get that lens. Question for me is what is the best travel set up I should have. I used to shoot with a canon 80d and the 15-85 mm canon lens which was sharp with an amazingly useful focal length. I like to shoot food when on vacation and used to shoot on the long end of my canon lens. Though to do that with fuji and I hate to change lenses all the time. Any thoughts? I also have the 10-24 fuji which is an amazing lens.
Hi Omar, found your great channel. Quick question , if one would only need close up at f2 indoors but WR for street outdoors...would a Fuji macro ring do the job ? Thanks in advance
I have the X100F and even that 23mm f2 lens at wide open, close up the shot is soft and hazing, even tried manual focusing and was a bit better however not much but stopping down it becomes sharper and no more hazing.
Hey Omar you should really try the 80mm macro from fuji. I think you would really like it since you like to shoot real close.
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Hola Omar tengo una duda, tengo la xt30 con el xf18-55, valdria la pena comprar este 23mm para vacaciones o con el 18-55 es suficiente? (Solo por pasatiempo). Gracias saludos desde México!
Hey Omar! Thanks for the video and the review. You mentioned in your video that you'll make a comparison video of 23mm f2.0 vs 27mm f2.7 pancake lens but I think you didn't have time to do that or I couldn't find the video. I was wondering if you have to choose only one of the lenses between the 23mm f2.0 and 27mm f2.8 (mainly for street photography) which one would be your choice? Especially since you have a chance to get the 27mm f2.8 with R and WR features on the Mark II version.
Did you try manual focus, did the haze clear? or is it just the character of this lens when wide open up close?
I would love a review of the 50mm f2!
One of my favourite lenses!
Hi Omar.. If you were to buy a new Fuji Camera, what Kit would you prefer: 23mm f2 or 18-55 f2.8-4? I would like to use more for Portrait, but also bit landscape. I am buying in addition a Rokinon 85mm f1.4. No sure about my decision.
When did you get the xt2 and why did you get it? I thought you were optimizing for weight
I really felt like you were a bit too goofy for my liking. Then you kept popping up when I was looking for Fuji videos. Now I have binged your videos and found you refreshing. You come off as genuinely good natured and positive. Also, your content is very informative and great for my purposes. Thank You.
Thanks for this Omar. I have this lens on hold at KEH for a trade and really looking forward to using it. Your sample photos are awesome. Love your videos too. Hell of a nice guy, too, and always giving out great hints, tips and insight.
thanks so much!! appreciate that
I just posted my review of the 23mm f2 (shoutout to Omar!) and, like you, I experienced the softness. It's interesting because you have others like Ken or Carlos who don't experience it. I still enjoy the versatility of the lens, but I'm on the fence with this one.
I like your review, I have the 23 f2 works very well for me.
35mm 2 and the 16mm 1.4 are the primes to keep you covered at the wide end.
Hey Omar, i sold the 27mm to buy used x100s (for almost the same price!) just to have 23mm focal length lol. After watching this i’m glad i made that decision. Having 2 bodies is much easier than change the lens for sure, but X100 series is just “brilliant” camera.
Hi .i just wait for my new xt2 and i ordered all ready xf23mm 2.0.i m beginner and i want to use camera at home to make so picture from my kids.Did i make mistake?i shut take 35mm 2.0?35mm make a better quality picture?I just want to have one lens main lens..maybe in the futher zoom lens to make some birds pic...
This lens is one of the few that doesn't have a firmware update yet. I hoping they can do something with the firmware to help some of the focusing issues at the more wide open stops.
You said it all, shooting street between 5.6-8 this lens is pure magic. Shooting wide open...mmm no. Great video as always :)
Omar, great review....my experience was the same, but you explain it so much better..! Get the 18mm f2 for review...
The funniest review I’ve ever watched 🤣🤣🤣
Great video, great review 😌
i am new to FujiXT20 ended up with your setup and guidance, its really cool, preparing for my LA Trip, hope i will pick it up soon :-)
Hey Omar, could you do a review of either the XF23mm f1.4 or the XF16mm f.14 or both? I am interested in a lens with a really wide aperture. :)
what lens would u recommend for fuji
Thank you very much, Omar! I really enjoy your videos, mostly your practice tests. A test in a laboratory would not find such issues. By the way, some other photographers have the issue at the fx 35 f2 either. Eventually it’s not a macro lens.
Which primes should I have a look at to get crips results from f2 or lower (how's the 35mm f2 or the 35mm f1.4?) Any other suggestions for my X-T20?
5:01 distortion is unbelievable, compared to the 23mm f1.4 what is your experience? Thanks.
So, I'm prefer Nikkor Ais 28, or 24 mm and focus Manual . For the price os the Fuji 23mm
My personal opinion of course.
I backed the Kamlan 28mm f1.4 manual lens on Kickstarter, just got it in the post today. Looking forward to trying it out! All metal, real Aperture ring, but the Aperture ring turns very heavy, hopefully loosens up with use.
I shoot landscapes and cityscapes. So far, my 35 f/1.4 is doing a great job. I normally shoot between f/8-f/11, so, not sure if the F2 would be my best choice. I'll have to find some reviews from landscape photographers, although I am leaning towards the 16mm f/1.4.
Lovo yor “show review” man 😂😂😂 u are crazy! 🤙🏻
Love when you start and end with pics.....
Great review, thanks!
Hi Omar, I am very new with photography. I have my fujifilm XT-20. I have 35mm f1.4 and the kit lens 18-55 F2.8 -4 which is quite heavy for daily use. I am in dilemma to pick between these 2 lenses. If u could suggest which one I should go 27MM F2.8R WR or 23mm F2 R WR for general use such example to walk around the city to take pic of street, architectural, city night view and landscape?
This review made me subscribe to your channel. I can now be sure you are not sponsored. I bought it few weeks ago. It is [mostly] soft at f/2, decent at f/2.8 and great from f/4 and on. Aside from sharpness and [corrected] vignetting @f/2 it is a great performer (no distorsion, aberrations…). And yes - there is the close focus issue... a pity. You have reviewed all the aspects. Great review.
Omar, first I love your film bro! :D Btw, I have the 35mm also the 18 55mm kit lens and I just looking a prime lens to adopt for street but BIG confuse about the 23mm and 50mm uh oh .. I can't reach the f1.4 or 1.2 so I consider just for f2 . sad :(
I love this lens! Probably my most used lens. But considering I don't shoot close up, I never noticed the flaws the lens has, though I have heard of them. Isn't this the same lens on the X100F? Or is that the 1.4 version? Great video as always Omar! Loving the podcast to! :D
So happy it works for you. LOVED the focal length but didn't work for me.
Looking at your review of this lens, and the others you mention like the 27, 35 and 50 - if the highly rated 18-55 kit lens (with OIS!) actually takes at all of these focal lengths, is there any real reason why this kit lens could not be used and save a) money b) having to keep changing lenses and c) less to carry around? Or, are the individual primes that much better for IQ??
Great work ;) I love your videos.
You sold me on sticking with the kit lens. Which sucks because the new sales made me cough up for the 10-24
Aw Darnit... I really wanted to get this lens. I'll stick with my 27 and my 35... Plus I totally agree with you on the 56mm 1.2. Love it.
Your funny in a good way! 👍🤗 just subscribed!!!
Great video. Spot on comments. I have tested nearly all of the Fuji range and used to own a tonne of kit. Now just 1 body X-T2 Graphite + 2 lenses 16mm f1.4 fabulooouuusss! Crop it to 23mm equiv. or 35mm equiv. and it excels the 23 f2 easily and matches the brilliant 35mm f2 even though cropped by 100% . Of course the other lens I own is a well used and battered 56mm f1.2 old, slow, noisy, heavy but epic. Your review is so sensible which, as you are about as crazy as I am, is amazing. Keep up the great work and the entertainment. Gary
As usual!! Very informative!! Thank you Omar!!!
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Thanks to this review I have decided to buy 27mm f2.8 to use with x-t100, I was torn between the two.
I wonder if any of the close focus issues had anything to do with not selecting macro mode in camera ?
Really liked the review. Thanks :)
I have the kit lens, 35 F2, 23 F2. My 23 f2 is exactly like yours, have to stop it down to f4 and beyond to get anything acceptable. At first I just thought it was a bad copy but seeing all the comments here makes me realise it isn't. Funny thing is I bought all three together and never really bothered with the kit lens, and everyone seems to be raving about it, maybe it's time to give it another go! The 35 f2 is my fave, never comes off the camera.
What kind of lens hood do you have on your 56mm 1.2? I like it
Hi...you mentioned about clicking full body and bokeh on background with Sigma and Canon gear...can you suggest me what Sigma lens?
23mm is one of the best lens for fuji x series.. everyone should buy one
I have the 35f2 and 60macro and will skip the 23f2 based on your findings. Thank you. I also have tried the 23f1.4, and found the fuzziness below 2.8
Up to this point im still confused in getting a 27mm f2.8 or 23mm f2. I already have the 35mm f2 but I feel so compressed when im shooting at the streets. What can you suggest should i get the 27 or the 23? im thinking if the 27 is too close to my 35mm. omg im still confused.
if you should choose this lens vs 16-80 or 18-55 at 23mm?
For the first lens for an x-t4. Would you recommend this 23mm f2? Or 18-55 kit lens? I do mostly video...some pics
Thanks!!!
problems like the ones you show and describe here may not have to do with the actual sharpness or the lack of it from the lens but with the combination of shutter speed and the actual very narrow depth of field with the lens at 2.0.
I've just been shooting/testing some macro shots with a Raynox lens on my 55-200 Fujinon .... getting things sharp is very difficult handheld, because of the extremely narrow depth of field ...
a real test will come from shooting with a tripod and then seeing if it's the actual sharpness or just the very narrow band of sharpness ....
also autofocus may be an issue here .... autofocus is a no-no in macro just because of the very narrow depth of field ...
so there be similar issues here .... since especially close up the depth of field is extremely narrow .....
A reasonably good close-up filter (lens) could maybe solve that close-up problem...
did you use an external flash on your shoots?
LOL...........you're such a dork, Omar! LOVE IT! Your videos are informative AND entertaining!
Thank you for all that you do!!! I wish Fuji would create a Version II of the 23mm. They need to share the wealth that the 16mm has!
Is this the same with the fixed lens of X100f?
You're doing God's work Omar. Wouldn't buy a lens without your thoughts on it.Wanted to get the 23 f2,now not so much
It's a brilliant lens, he's complaining too much. He also doesnt use focus peaking and is relying on the AG for close focus at f2, which will NOT nail the focus
Would you get the 23mm or 27mm for street photography
Great vedio is it better than kit lens?