Fujifilm Fujinon XF 23mm F1.4 R Review
The Fujifilm Fujinon XF 23mm F1.4 R ($889) is a lens for photographers who crave images with a shallow depth of field, as well as those who want to gather the most light possible for sharper photos in dim conditions. It captures sharp images, even when paired with a modern 24MP image sensor, and has a focus clutch for photographers who prefer manual focus. It's not weather sealed, like Fujifilm's less expensive, smaller Fujinon XF 23mm F2 R WR, but an f/2 doesn't quite blur out backgrounds like an f/1.4. Both editions of the XF 23mm earn our Editors' Choice—the 23mm F2 for budget-minded, outdoor photographers who value a light design and weather sealing, and the 23mm F1.4 for those who crave the most background blur.
Design: Real, Physical Controls
The XF 23mm F1.4 R ($899.00 at Amazon) is one of the larger prime lenses for the X mirrorless system. It measures 2.8 by 2.5 inches (HW), weighs 10.6 ounces, and supports 62mm front filters. It's certainly bigger than the XF 23mm F2 (2....
The Fujifilm Fujinon XF 23mm F1.4 R lens combines strong optical performance with a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture.
Crisp optics; Bright maximum aperture; Quick autofocus; Pleasant manual focus experience; Aperture control ring
Omits stabilization; Not weather sealed; Pricey