Fujifilm XF23 mm F2 R Weather Resistant Lens, Black

I've owned most of the Fuji lenses at some point over the last 2 years. As an amateur I felt i had invested too much money in gear, so I recently sold off my XT1, 16mm 1.4, 18mm, 23mm 1.4, 35mm 1.4, 56mm 1.2, 60mm and x100T in favour of a cheaper more simple set up. So I now own just the XT10, 23f2 & 35f2 - simple, small and extremely good IQ. The reason for this info, is so you know I have tried most of the lenses - So i think i have a fairly good gauge for comparison. The 23 feels very much like the 35 f2, excellent build quality (better than the 23 1.4) - its slightly longer than the 35 f2 but there really isn't much in it. Its significantly small and lighter than the 23 f1.4. It focuses extremely quickly - almost too quick as my eyes can't seem to keep up! I was never a huge fan of the 23 f1.4 - I found the focus distance frustrating and the IQ fairly dull. These have all been improved on the F2 - you can focus really close (not as close as the 16 but allot closer than the previous 23) which makes for some interesting compositions. In terms of sharpness, this is tack sharp. Actually i find it hits the focus far more often that the 35mm which is still very good. The Bokeh is great for the focal length but obviously not as defined as the 23mm f1.4. Overall it's excellent value for money without compromising on quality. The only reason to get the older lens would be the low light capability, however, I have found the F2 perfectly capable in most instances. Apologies, I haven't articulated myself very well - but I was surprised there were few other reviews available for what is a superb lens from Fuji... I don't have allot of pictures uploaded yet - but feel free to check out my Instagram for example shots: frankm301

The fuji 23mm (35mm full frame eqiv) is a perfect lens for travel and street photography. The lens is now glued to my XT5. F2 may not be the fastest but it gets the job done , even in lower light. There is enough sepeartion at F2 and the bokeh while not mind blowing is good enough. Reviews state there is purple fringing but honestly I haven't noticed. This is a really great lens and must have IMHO , it's the perfect first prime. The only thing I didnt really like was the included lens hood, I ended up getting 3rd square hood which is much better.

This lens is simlpy brilliant. So small and compact, fast autofocus, easy to use, with nice weighted aperture ring. Not tried the f1.4 but don't want to, f2 on a XT1 with such good noise control means that if you have to up the ISO you can't tell. Have been using for true street photos on holiday, quick snaps, and more artistic aperture, depth field shots. All amazing. Great for landscapes too, not too wide so buildings curve and trees bend, but wide enough to get most things in, at real world distances. Can easily crop for the detail, that will be there, later. Small size and the XT1 on a wrist strap, means you can hide the camera in your hand, so won't draw attention to yourself. Fuji have thought this lens through, for use in the real world, and got in spot on.

Surprised at the lack of reviews here! I currently own the 18-55, 35 f2 and 56 f1.2. That's too many lenses for me. As much as I love the 35 I don't need it for portraits now I have the 56. That left me thinking of something I could use as a travel lens, something I could pair with the 56 and just have a 2 lens system. Enter the 23 f2. I thought long and hard about this or the 1.4 and as much as I'm sure the bokeh on the 1.4 is great, I had to ask myself what I was buying this for. I've got 2 young kids and do a lot of shooting indoors where, as much as the extra stop of the 1.4 would help, its focus speed would certainly be a hindrance. As I said, I've got the 56 so portraits are covered, what I needed was an everyday lens that I could use for my holidays and around the house snaps of the kids. This lens fits the bill completely. I've read that its perhaps a little soft close up at f2 and perhaps it is, that being said, you would only ever see that at 100% crop in lightroom. Even then, soft is not the right word, its perhaps not as crisp. As I said though, unless you're looking for it you'd never know. Also, a touch of vigentting at f2 but I actually like it for my black and whites and it goes by 2.8. Focus is instant, I've got it paired with an xpro2 which helps. Its a challenge for me thinking in 35mm terms as I've been a 50mm guy all this time but I'm enjoying the context this lens brings to my pictures. I took several photos with the 35mm and the 23mm and the difference in field of view surprised me. It took a while getting used to but I wouldnt swap this lens for the world. The build quality is great and the optics are superb (its a fuji, expect no different). If you only have to have one lens, make it this one.

It says wide angle but we all know this is a 35mm lens in reality right? It is confusing but this was the generic size of camera lens for years so I wouldn't call it wide angle. Anyway that's not a complaint I knew what it was when I bought. Took it to Granada in Spain with a bunch of friends and clicked off 450 pics. Now here's the thing, people who might know what they're talking about, say 35mm is a great all rounder but you might not get many keepers. I can say that is pretty much spot on. It covered the holiday very well but none of the arty stuff I tried came off at all. You end up with too much in the frame, not enough for those panoramic shots but too much to be intimate and in touch with the subject. Obviously well made as it is Fuji and compact to carry but I much prefer the 50mm F2 (75mm in reality) as although it is more challenging you get more keepers. I don't think this lens will get much use but its good for holiday snaps.

軽い、安い、広角、コンパクト、防塵防滴でとても使いやすいです。

Ottimo obiettivo! Il Fujinon XF23mmF2 R WR è un obiettivo grandangolare con elevata risoluzione ottica. Estremamente compatto e leggero. Il sistema di messa a fuoco è automatico, veloce e silenzioso. La parte esterna in metallo è robusta e di qualità. L'anello dei diaframmi e di messa a fuoco sono reattivi e comodi da usare. Per il momento ho scattato foto di paesaggio, ai fulmini e ho fatto un po' di street. La qualità è incredibile, con le ricette Fuji non serve neanche toccare le foto in post, basta quello che fa la macchina e la resa di questo obiettivo!

Zu diesem Objektiv wurde schon viel geschrieben. Zuviel, wenn ihr mich fragt, denn seine Stärke ist seine Unauffälligkeit. Es fällt in der Tasche nicht auf, denn es wiegt nicht viel. Es fällt an der Kamera nicht auf, denn es baut zwar ein wenig in die Länge, macht sich aber ansonsten schön schmal und bringt nur eine superkleine Gegenlichtblende mit, die als Stoßfänger im Alltag aber völlig reicht. Es fällt auch bezüglich der Bedienung nicht auf, denn es funktioniert einfach, der AF flitzt, die Fokus- und Blendenringe laufen ohne Macken und die Verarbeitung ist auch tadellos. Bei den Bildern geht das weiter: Optische Mängel? Nö, nix. Herausragende Stärken? Auch keine. Das Objektiv ist scharf, hat ein angenehmes Bokeh, gute Farbwiedergabe... beliebig fortsetzbar. Es ist zwar in keiner Disziplin an der Spitze aber patzt auch in keiner Disziplin. Man kann es einfach vergessen und sich statt um die Technik ums Bildermachen kümmern und das ist meiner Ansicht nach das Beste, was man über ein Objektiv sagen kann. Würde ich jederzeit wieder kaufen.

Compacte lens. Ideaal voor straatfotografie en op reis. Past perfect op Fuji XT50. Een minpuntje is de zonnekap van goedkope kunststof. De lensdop blijft ook niet stevig vast als je de zonnekap gebruik t.

Es muy rápido enfocado, casi instantánea, y totalmente silenciosa. El anillo de diafragmas es un lujo, tiene dos tipos de “clic” en el paso entre diafragmas, uno para los valores completos y otro para los tercios parciales, con lo cual es facil de seguir los cambios de diafragmas. Por poner algún pero, la posición automatica, sin embargo, no se distingue ni se blouqe, y esta a la misma distancia de otros pasos, asi que es facil confundir A con f16. La calidad de construcción es excelente, robusto pero ligero. El parasol es un poco raro, en fotos no me convencia, pero reconozco que se integra bien en el conjunto. En cuanto a la calidad de imagen, no puedo ponerle pegas, no he notado nada especial ni destacable. Hay quien dice que es “blanda” a f2, pero yo no lo noto. Las fotos salen nitidas siempre. Eso si, me da la sensación de que deforma mas que, por ejemplo, el zoom 18-55mm estándar de la marca en la posición de 23mm. Es el primer objetivo fijo que tengo de esta focal, antes he pasado por los tipicos 35mm, y también por el 27mm pancake de la marca. La focal de 23mm me ha parecido sorprendentemente versátil, y cumple como focal todo uso, a mi me ha sustituido perfectamente el uso del zoom estandar, solo se echa de menos mas acercamiento es ciertas situaciones, como hacer retratos o querer sacar detalles de elementos que queden alejados. Para reportaje o calle, perfecta, aunque he de reconocer que el 27mm es mas ligero y discreto aun, teniendo una focal y encuadre muy similar. Para excursiones, cumple con la salvedad que digo. Para viajes quizas sea muy atrevido ir solo con este objetivo, yo aconsejaría mejor el zoom o complementarlo con un tele corto.