Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R vs Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R | Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 56mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR opens wider (f/1.2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R (35mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR (56mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Check the Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R and the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR?
The Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R is 35mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR is 56mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R or the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR?
The Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR — its f/1.2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.4 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R and Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Fujifilm X mount lenses, so they fit Fujifilm X-T/X-H/X-Pro/X-E/X-S series (APS-C).
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