Fujifilm XF35mmF1.4 R

This Fuji 35mm prime lens for Fuji X-mount cameras takes photos that are just, wow .. AMAZING. It's simply difficult to believe that a smaller format lens like this can hold its own against the larger Nikon and Canon lenses, and not in any way to take away from those, but after shooting for a good deal of time with this lens, I would have to say that it is every bit the peer of its more well-known brethren. The image clarity is simply astounding: sharp, rich photos that can achieve outstanding bokeh due to its very large F/1.4 aperture, and the defocusing effect is really nice due to the number of shutter petals used in its design. But this is a lens that you might just want to beyond portraits: use it outdoors, on the street, really anywhere, because the images are just simply that good.You're not going to have a wide angle capability here because you are working at 35mm (about 52mm equivalent), but once you start seeing how the shots come out, you'll start forgiving that shortcoming. Add to this that the lens is so light that once you've put it on your X-A1, X-E1, X-M1, or X-Pro, and you'll nearly be working at point-and-shoot weights.This lens does not come with built-in image stabilization. But once you see the photos, it likely won't matter to you. And because the Fuji X cameras shoot very low noise at very high ISO levels, coupled with the fact the lens opens up all the way to F/1.4, image stabilization really isn't that important.The lens is a bit pricey, but most reviewers are coming down on the side that some of these Fuji X-mount lenses (and this is one of them) are comparable with professional brand lenses many times their price. This is simply an amazing set of lenses that deserve your investigation if you have not looked into them yet. This lens alone might be all you need to draw you into looking into the Fuji X-mount system. Five stars, and absolutely without hesitation!PLUSSES++ Very good image quality, with good color and sharpness++ HUGE aperture allows for low-light shooting and good bokeh++ Lightweight and generally small++ "XF" build quality puts it in the league of Fuji's other amazing "XF" lensesMINUSES-- A tad expensive for what it is (but it goes on sale, so keep your eye's peeled)-- Shutter blades pretty "clacky" during autofocus-- Autofocus speed not the fastest-- The newer XF 35mm F/2 is much faster, quieter, smaller, and much cheaper (so if you don't need that extra F/1.4 aperture, go with the newer model)-- No lens case supplied (I know I am harping on this, but all Fuji lenses should come with beautiful Fuji lens cases)Update after shooting with this lens for a month in France:This lens is just crispy good. Images can be so sharp as to be startling. I used this lens in museums, in cathedrals, in train stations, really just about anywhere without thought of low light in the setting, and just knocked off shot after shot of gorgeous images. You have to use your "built-in zoom" (i.e., your feet) when using the lens, but that's just a matter of weening yourself off the convenience that zoom lenses provide (and that also account for their general inability to reach the image quality of primes; the world of camera equipment is a world of trade-offs!). And, because of the very wide aperture (F/1.4), you can pretty much not worry about the lack of image stabilization. Just take time to compose your shot, and the images can be just amazing. Coupled with the high-ISO/low noise performance of the Fuji X cameras, this wide-aperture lens just continues to amaze. After shooting with it for weeks, I can see firsthand why so many people rave about it, as they do for many of the Fuji primes. It's light and small, too, so when you slap it on your X mount camera, you are at near point-and-shoot weight. The aperture blades and the focusing motor are a bit noisy at times (there is a firmware update for many of the Fuji cameras to help reduce this, as well as firmware updates for the lens itself; make sure you have updated both your camera AND your lens to the latest firmware from the Fuji support site), but in most settings, you'll never notice it (also turning off continuous focusing will help with focusing noise will help). But this is an extraordinary lens that I say will compete with the best of the larger brands, and at a fraction of the weight. It's easily a five-star lens on nearly all counts.

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This 35mm 1.4 lens def stays on my XT5 all the time now. It's a bit slow sometimes, but I always get the results I'd want to see with this lens. Do yourself a favor and get it now! It's so worth the investment, especially if you just consider yourself a hobbyist with photography.

As the owner of a Nikon D700 camera with the latest Nikkor 35mm prime, 24-70mm and 70-200mm zoom lenses, it took only one long holiday trip for me to recognize it was not a travel camera. When I learned of the Fujifilm X-Pro 1, it was a godsend, for I knew I could never justify the purchase of a Leica rangefinder with its lenses.I'm not going to address the craftsmanship or optical quality of this Fujinon XF 35mm lens, as I can add nothing to the experts' reviews. What I can address, however, is the bargain to be had purchasing this lens from Amazon Warehouse Deals. I compared prices of "new" from Amazon for $599 v. "used-very good" from Amazon Warehouse for $522 v. "used-like new" from Amazon Warehouse for $533.I opted for the "used-like new" and decided against the aftermarket warranty, even though the ad copy cautioned that the lens, as it is used, may not qualify for the factory warranty.On 14 June I placed the order for this lens, as well as for the camera body "used-like new" from Amazon Warehouse for $1274(!!) and the 18mm lens "used-like new" for $521 (also from Amazon Warehouse), and I selected super saver free shipping. On 21 June, all items arrived intact in the same box via UPS. When I opened the original Fuji lens box containing the 35mm lens, I was pleasantly surprised to see that it appears to be "new" rather than "like new". All materials are present and free of any fingerprints, smudges or blemishes (lens, front and rear caps, hood w/cover, lens bag, owner's manual, service locations information sheet and original factory warranty certificate with registration instructions). I have already registered the lens online with the manufacturer.Prior to registering the lens, I mounted it on the body (in pristine condition, it also appears to be "new" with all accessories, literature, CD-ROM and warranty certificate) and tried it out. Unsurprisingly, it functions exactly as I expected (as did the body).As I said, I'll leave the discussion of the lens's merits to the experts, but for the price savings for this new lens, I couldn't be happier.And, I couldn't be happier with my order's arrival date, because now I'm looking forward to taking my new traveling camera to Europe next week for the 2012 Tour de France.NB: I will be returning the 18mm lens, because unlike the 35mm lens, it was not accompanied by its lens bag or warranty certificate. The little space in the box dedicated for those items was empty. I realize that I could contact Amazon and arrange for an exchange or for them to send me the missing items, but I've decided to use this opportunity to simply await the release of the new Fujinon XF 23mm (35mm equiv.) lens.