Fuji XF 56mm f1.2 R#
Fujinon’s fast portrait prime for the X-mount system. At 56mm on APS-C it renders equivalent to 85mm on full-frame — the classic portrait focal length. The f/1.2 maximum aperture produces strong subject isolation and smooth out-of-focus rendering. Pairs with the XF 35mm f/1.4 as a natural companion — 35mm for context, 56mm for isolation.
Compatibility#
| Body | Notes |
|---|
| X-Pro3 | Full autofocus and EXIF |
| X-E1 | Full autofocus and EXIF |
Key Specifications#
| Attribute | Spec |
|---|
| Focal length | 56mm (85mm equiv on APS-C) |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.2 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 |
| Optical construction | 11 elements in 8 groups |
| Aperture blades | 7 (rounded) |
| Minimum focus distance | 70 cm |
| Maximum magnification | 0.09× |
| Filter thread | 62mm |
| Autofocus | Yes — internal DC motor |
| Stabilization | No |
| Weather seal | No |
| Weight | 405g |
| Dimensions | 73.2 × 69.7 mm |
| Serial | [REDACTED] |
| Paid | $1,237 CAD |
| Current value | $805 CAD |
Image Character#
| Aspect | Notes |
|---|
| Bokeh | Smooth and creamy at f/1.2 — 7 rounded blades |
| Sharpness | Very sharp at centre from f/1.2; corners improve by f/2.8 |
| Vignetting | Moderate wide open, clears by f/2 |
| Chromatic aberration | Low — well controlled for an f/1.2 lens |