Fujinon XC 50-230mm Lens - Worth It?
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- BEFORE YOU BUY! If you're considering getting the Fujinon XC 50-230mm f4.5-6.7 lens, let me tell you a little bit about my experiences with it. I took it on a four day safari in Northern Tanzania. Hopefully I can answer some of your questions about this lens, and help you make a purchase decision.
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HEY! I still love this lens! But one thing I want to put emphasis on: the aperture! f4.5-6.7 doesn't let in a whole lot of light. This is not a fantastic lens if you're in a low light scenario. It'll do the trick, but you'll have to bump the ISO. Just be aware of that when considering this lens. That is all! Carry on!
Between this and the 55-200mm, which one do you prefer?
Minev The 50-230 is optically great it’s just not as solid as the 55-200 & your shutter speed will be slower in the same lighting, but that might cause a lost shot due to movement in low light!.
Thanks, still debating which one to get in the future, I'm primarily going to use it for landscape shoots
It did pretty good at low light if you have a tripod.
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On another image it had the background well focused as well.
Well I am still learning to use it.
4 years now, do you still have the same lens or have you upgraded ?
I can find cheap second hand options, but the reason I upgraded to Fuji is to get great images.
So I'm thinking if I should go for the 70 to 300, but it's so much more expensive
Thanks for the review and honest opinion. Just picked up the XC50-230mm. I see that this video is five years old. The lens has firmware updates so hopeful some of the AF and IS has been addressed. I paid $230 for a refurbished lens, which is an incredible value.
about 15 minutes ago, I bought one second hand from Ebay for £130, after seeing your review I feel a lot more happier about my new Purchase = You just got a new sub :)
Nice catch! That's like half what they were going for when I made the video! I don't think you'll be disappointed.
Excellent review! Love this lens: lighter and smaller than xf 55-200; wider focal range makes it much more versatile than the more expensive brother; wider focal length let me maintain this lens longer on the camera, Longer focal range is on the limit for wildlife but acceptable. Image quality is quite impressive for such an inexpensive lens, as well as the OIS. You just have to be patient sometimes with the auto-focus, and carry it to bed when the sun goes down!
This is the best video on this lens and as a user of the XF 140 2.8, you can't tell me theres a $800+ image quality difference between it and this XC. Your images are amazing!
I own the XF55-200mm and love it. I Picked xc50-230 up for $130 in the sales as a 'disposable' travel lens, disposable in the sense it would be used in extreme conditions and if lost or stolen it would be no big deal. Wow, it really is a cheap, tacky, piece of plastic junk... BUT, it performs fantastically optically and as a travel lens (if you overlook the build quality). It is sharpish (if you don't pixel peek or print larger than A4) it held up to a lot of abuse and as I didn't care if it got damaged , it caught images my XF55-200 would never contemplate. Coupled with my XF27mm for low light and my XF18-138 general use lenses it made the perfect travel setup. Do yourself a favour, put aside gear snobbery and grab one if you can get one at a good price. I did.
you've copied and pasted this on multiple videos now
Thanks for a good review. I have this lens and can report the same findings as you. Overall great value!
Thanks! I'm always impressed with the actual quality one can get with the cheapest lenses if they just know what they're doing. I have been testing the Canon 75-300, which is a relatively equivalent lens to this one. Pretty similar results. Solid.
I really enjoyed your review. It was straight down to Earth with no BS. I had been hesitating on buying this lens because of the slowness and the fact that it is basically plastic build. I currently have the 18-55 XC which is a brilliant lens. I did not want to spend too much on a larger zoom since I wasn't going to use it a lot. But I got a great deal on a used 50-230mm for $160! It's in great condition and hardly used. The person did not need it as he didn't use it and wasn't interested in making money on it. Your review sealed the deal! Thanks!
I own this lens, and for the price, it kicks ass. And I own many lenses costing 2-3 times what this lens costs. I enjoyed your video. I will point out, that video is an entirely different world when it comes to image stabilization. Not to mention, shooting video at a 345mm(35mm equivalent) max focal length. The only stabilization usable at that point, is called a tripod. :-) And even with a top of the line tripod, video at such a long focal length is tenuous at best. Even the slightest jerkiness in panning with the tripod is picked up in the video.
Wow, thanks man! This video is exactly what I looked for. Also heading for some safari in Tanzania and compare this lens to the other one you talk about in the video. Very helpful!
Just the video I was looking for, as I'm looking at purchasing a used one of these lenses. Thank you for not only explaining any issues, but also providing an example. Very helpful video for making my choice!
I've had this lens for a few years now and while it isn't a professional quality lens, it is still quite sharp. If I was shooting for a professional magazine I'd have the 50-140f2.8 on my XH1. But for personal shots this lens more than does the job
That's a pretty clear and concise review. Thank you!
Enjoy your straightforward reviews based on your experience with gear.
I used mine with my Fujifilm X-T30 for 2 air shows. I got great videos and photos of the Air Force Thunderbirds and the Navy Blue Angels. ❤
I personally feel that 50-230 has good OIS as compared to similar offerings from Sony or Nikon that i have used.
Nice video Bro
So this lens was good stable than the canon 55-250mm is stm?
Thanks for the review, think I'm going to grab one off ebay for like $145. Don't think I can beat that, I am new to the whole system and am really just a hobbyist at this point, I'm not dropping a boat load of money yet, maybe down the road. Thanks
Thanks for the info! I’m considering the X-T20 and this lense. Appreciate the review! Very helpful!
Nowadays you can find the XF55-200mm for less than $500 on eBay in almost mint conditions.
Thanks for this. I rarely use this much zoom. Sounds perfect for occasional use.
Gladly! That's the perfect point of use for a lens like this. Lots of reach, not a lot of $$$.
Got mine for 100 bucks used and was surprised as well how it performed outdoors. One massive big plus is that it is so lightweight
Thank you very much. It is a very good illustrated review (which is rare on RUclips) and it give justice to the XC Lens.
i love his voice
Thanks, Nick!
This is a really nice (real world, not pixel peeping graphs bollocks) review. Just seen the lens - used - available for £189. That sounded pretty damn enticing to me. Your thoughts have bumped that up to ‘a steal’.
Nice video. If you have any more lenses for your X-T20, I'd love to see reviews on them as well. You've won a subscriber here!
Thanks! That means a lot!! I have another in the works! Just trying to figure out the narrative.
i love this guy, it was very well explained and it helped me a lot :)
Thank you so much!!
Just so you know, this video convinced me to get this lens. Your safari pictures are gorgeous!
I'm planning to use this lens in daylight so the slow aperture doesn't bother me.
Thanks for the review. Even if it did take you four tries ;) ;) ;) ;)
Kaat Debusscher You're too kind! Thanks for the kind words!!
The point brought up about professional results in the video stabilization was interesting but I do think most professionals are going to be using at least a monopod for shots where steady and smooth are important.
thanks for the review, still got very good decent shot. as hobbyist photography i wil go for this 🍂
Very good honest real review thanks so much
Great review! Thanks, I just bought a used one, can't wait for it to arrive and start using it...
Greg Karris How did you like it?
@@bertomacario Absolutely love it. Got it for $170 w/tax shipped...
Nice review!! got a used one cheap today and i think it is amazing !!
Thank you so much for your detailed and wonderful video. it really helps a lot.
I bought mine used at $60. I thinks it’s a good lens with good lighting.
Daaammnnn $60? That’s a steal! I gotta get me one again since I am back on Fuji. At a price like that I can’t say no!
@@nickslens I took the deal. Haha and I got my first bird shot and moon shot. Thought I’m still a newbie.
On the X T3, when a lens starts to hunt, center point focus is a better option.
Dear Nick. I have XC50-230 lens with Fujifilm X-A1. My personally experience that its pretty good when i take portrait and flowers. The image quality so good on 230mm and the bokeh is especially beautiful. When i take landscape on 230mm appear some noise and leached but not bad. I will fujfilm X-T100 and really looking forward to what with this lens. Unfortunatelly if you shaked this lens the the lenses knock in it
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Thanks for the review. I have the 18-135 on XT2, and not really happy with the reach.
Great Video and nice pics. Wanna see more content from you.
Thanks! That means a lot! I'll be coming out with new tasty stuff relatively soon!
well done for the detailed review , thanks, helped my decision 😎
thank you for these useful information, it really helps me to rethink should I buy a xf 55200 or xc50230 with quite limited budget. I appreciate it.
Gracias viejo !!! Muy buena recomendación
Great review, i will go for it
Like others, I have been contemplating whether to get this lens plus the 16-50 or the 18-55 for xt20. Your video helped me decide. Thanks!!!
That's great! I'm glad you found it helpful!!
Absolutely! I just bought it yesterday 😊 Thanks man!
Which one did you get? How is the image quality? How does it compare to 18-55?
This video is very helpful, thanks! Your results correspond with my experiences: A good lightweight
lens for relative little money
thanks for this, thanks for taking your time to explain - you are helping me a lot for me to decide. sorry if my english is not correct - I am from Austria
Thanks Nick, the photos are excellent
Much appreciated!
Great review! Thank you!
I just ordered it today, for a very "healthy" price on ebay. Im a bit concerned over the aparture, but I dont want to pay for the XF version. If I hade the X-T2 I would, but for my X-T20 (also got new for a nice price with kit combo) - this is good enough. I really do hope it was a good choice!
Great video Nick. Thanks. This is a good low budget lens.
thanks for this kristaps! 🤣 kidding aside, this is really a great review. 😁
Selling New for $150 in Hong Kong, Still Worth it ?
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❤️❤️ your voice.
Good and honest review, thanks.
Makes we want to own this lens
very helpful video! thank you very much!
Glad you enjoyed!
Great photos, pity you couldn't have them all sharp, especially those which you like most... I will go for 55-200, just not to bump in the same problem. Thanks, great video.
Pics are in perfect focus, they are blurred by motion.
Really nice review, I bought one.. Thank you.
great review, thank you for sharing !
Glad you enjoyed! Thanks!
Thank you Nick.
Very nice pictures. I'm going to buy the X-T20 and I am studying which lens to go. Either XF 18-55 + XC 55-230 or the XF 18-135.
I found your video very helpful since I am leaning towards the 18+55 + 55-230 option as you have. Regards.
Bruno MG Melo It's a pretty solid combo! I was also looking at the same idea but chose what I have because I like the extra range and the 18-55 is known to be one of the best "kit" lenses available. Not just got Fuji, but overall. I'm very happy with it. But the 18-135 would also be great, just significantly less range.
I also think it's a solid combo. And the 230 mm reach seems ok for most cases (other than for wildlife). Thank you for your answer. Regards.
Great shots man.
Helpful review, thanks
Glad you found it helpful!!
Hi Nick, nice video. Have not used this lens as we mostly work with very large focal length lenses; 1200mm and 1500mm. Sometimes we add a 2X extender stretching them out to 2400 and 3000mm. Never tried to shoot a movie with these large lenses, but doubt if it would be very good.
J-Systems, Inc. Yeah those are lenses Fuji just doesn't have. Haha
Nice video dude. Love it.
Thank's a lot for your video here, which gave me a pretty good idea of this "cheep" lens. I am not in the marked for it, exactly, but one of it is for sale (used) here in Norway (where I live) togehter with the ever so good XF18-55mm f/2.8-4 and an old X-E1 for a "steal" ...
Thinking about it, and your very detailed and informative video gave me something to base my decision on.
Thums up - and subscribed, as I like youy honest and down to earth-style!
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Kindest words! Thank you so much for the love!
such a great review Nick! Ok will definitely go for this lens.
Video looks great man!
Thank you very much! Very helpful!!!
Great review and shots!
I did not completely hate this video.
Thumbs up.
Now, I’ve decided to buy this. Nice video! New sub here! 😄
Great video!
I'm enjoying mine for pay jobs, there is nothing wrong with this lens, unless you need weather sealing and large aperture.
Nice pictures!
Looks good to me ..very good I have to decide between a Nikon z series set and the FujiX-T30 . +XC50-230 My main love is bird photography. Will the tracking work for such Birds do go fast and high as we know .Any ideas :)
i belive in 3:00 that photo of that boy is due to some camara shake more than miss focus
It could have been camera shake, but it's shot at 1/2000 so it's not too likely. It also could have been the fact that they weren't exactly staying still and he might have moved slightly forward or backward right after my camera focused. There are a number of factors that could have happened. But basically, the lens is solid when it nails focus!
Can photos taken by xc50-230 in XT200 qualify for good stock photography ?
Absolutely. More than sharp enough.
I got this lenses for the same purpose as you but in Sri Lanka. Got it for 130€ on eglobal and when I see the images i took on the safaris I always need to double check that the image was actually shot with this piece of plastic.
Great review.
Jose Betancourt Thanks! Glad you enjoyed!
i have xt20 love it for what i want: has great video, touch screen and almos all the otrher features xt2 has. i have the 18-55 love it and now iam expecting the 50mm to cover whre in 55 is f4 and the 50 is f2 that is 4 times more light. i had the lens you tal i like it is good glass for the price,
nice photos
Hi, I want to star with photography and I have three options to buy a camera, which one would you choose? thanks in advice,
1. Fujifilm X-T10 with XC16-50mm, XC50-230mm, and 7 artisans 55mm F1.4 lenses for 650 dollars.
2. fujifilm XE3 with Fuji XF 23mm and the Fujinon Super EBC XC 50-230mm for about 1000 dollars.
3. Sony A6000 with 16-50 mm, 55-210mm and a zeiss 16-70mm for about 950 dollars
These will all get you great shots. I'd say X-T10 over X-E3. The a6000 is a great camera, but in my experience those sony lenses are not great at all. Cheaper Fuji lenses will generally be better. But I'd say just get a used X-T1 or X-T10 and the 18-55mm kit lens and that's it. That's a fantastic starting point. Get used to what you have and find your shooting style. After a while, you'll decide for yourself what lens you'd like to get next.
Great review.... But just wan to us.. Still thinking which one should i buy the 18-55mm? 55-230mm? Your suggestion is a big help for me.. Thankyou
Lalyn Alamag they're both very different lenses. But I use the 18-55 much more. But I guess you'd probably use the 50-230 more if you shot more wildlife. It depends on how you shoot and what you like to shoot.
Thanks a lot... Maybe i should go to 18-55mm.... More about fuji is love... Thanks...
it looks like my coffee tumbler. I like it!
Helpful video thanks!!! :)
How much does the camera body matter? Like can i still get relatively sharp close up photos with this lens on a Fuji x-e2?
The body matters most depending on what you're shooting. More expensive bodies will tend to have better and faster autofocus, more dynamic range, more features, etc.
where are you from? Why the price are so high?? (400$) In my country this new len only costs 4.300.000 vnđ maximum (190$)
wondering how it perform for basket ball tournament? i am having that job at the end of the month and only have x-a10 + xc 16-50 only....
So i can buy it for my xa7
Nice Video! Is it possible to focus manually with this lens? Did you ever try to focus on the moon?
There are many ,(better) vintage lenses if you want manual ..
You've just shown that it's the photographer, not the equipment that takes good photos. But it helps.
No talk of sweet spot
massdrop has this lens on sale for 199.99 usd right now, deal ends in 1 day.
Thank you! It was a great review. But im wondering if it can fit Fujifilm X-A3?
+Karla Mae Baijo It sure will! It will fit any Fuji X-mount camera including the X-A3!
Oh wow! Thank you for the prompt reply.
Nice review. I am about to buy an xt20 with 16-55mm and 50-230mm for $1200 is it a good deal? What do you think about 16-55mm ? I want to use it for my travel and mainly i am going to do food videos, and landscape & street photos. Will these lens enough for my purpose? Thanks In Advance
tomtoktak yeah I think those will be enough! You may want faster lenses if you're shooting food. Restaurants tend to be low light situations. From what I've heard about the 16-55, it's okay. Most people shy away from it but go for the 18-55mm, which is known to be one of the best kit lenses of all time.
Nick D. Johanson thank you nick for the info.
nice video, thanks!
What's the diferent between fujinon xc 50-230mm OIS & OIS ii? Please lemme know the diferent
I'm not sure exactly. I'd probably google it. But my guess is it's just an iterative version with more effective stabilization.
How is the image quality with fujifilm xt100
Hi! May I ask when you take a pic of the african kid with bokeh background, did you zoom to 230mm with biggest appature?
Yeah I'm pretty sure it was at 230mm f6.7
On the basis of this video I've just bought one...update soon
can it use on Fuji XT100?
Yep. The X-T100 is an X Mount camera.
@@nickslens Thanks for reply, excuse me! this lens auto focus on video record or not?