I Chose The 56mm F1.2 WR Over The XF 90mm F2..
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- Опубликовано: 7 фев 2025
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In today's video, we're diving into a common dilemma many photographers face: choosing between the Fujinon XF 56mm F1.2 and the XF 90mm F2 lenses. These two telephoto lenses offer fantastic options for portrait photography, but does one outshine the other?
Let's break it down! I'm approaching this decision from a practical standpoint, exploring the specific use cases where each lens shines the brightest. After thorough testing and consideration, I've come to a conclusion: the 56mm F1.2 is the better fit for my photography needs.
But hold on, don't think for a second that this means the 90mm F2 isn't equally incredible! Both lenses have their unique strengths and are versatile in their own right, so you really can't go wrong with either choice.
So, if you're in the same boat, torn between these two fantastic Fujifilm lenses, join me in this video as we explore their capabilities, compare them side by side, and discover why the 56mm F1.2 ultimately won.
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Owned the 90m. Sold it. Looked back at images taken from it. Bought it again. Don''t know what you got until it's gone
Ya thats me ahhah
Just got mine a few weeks ago. I can't see myself letting it go even though I know it's not my daily lens.
@@roxikoko3744 same here
I'm often doing a lot of event photography in large venues, the 90mm is just a freaking champion from my needs. I love using it because the autofocus is just immediately there every time. The rendering is just art. It is magical like you say. Some people say the 56 is the one with the artistic rendering and the 90mm has a more clinical look. I think those people don't have eyes. The 56 is amazing but the 90mm is exquisite. It comes in clutch for the venues I work in.
It has made me seriously consider upgrading my 35mm 1.4 to the 33mm for the linear motors and modern rendering.
I agree i prefer the 90's look over the 56's!
Hear hear!
Glad you discovered the 56 WR it’s so good. I’ve been playing with mine all week and it just is a gorgeous look that is addicting. I’d buy the 90mm as well but like you won’t bother as it’s not as versatile ultimately. For that range I have the 50-140…and after using the 56mm for awhile the AF is lightning, the OIS makes lower shutter speeds easy, and when you can use 90+mm the compression is a dream. It does flare pretty hard/lose contrast in direct light but frankly I like it since it can look cool. Also seems to have a different, harder fall off. But again sometimes that’s exactly what I like. Awesome pics BTW-you do awesome stuff.
Thanks for your kind words! I'm really glad you're enjoying the 56 WR. It's definitely a great lens with a gorgeous look.
Great video Tung! I love both of those lenses and am actually deciding between them as well, so this video came at a great time! I shoot with the 18 and 33 mostly, but i also own the 50-140 so its been hard for me to decide where i want to make my compromises.
That 1.2 might be the deciding factor for me!
Thanks dude! Ya that F1.2 is clutch!
Ha!! Love seeing the various focal length images in this video. For you, the 56 was easily the logical choice. You love that low light stuff. But, I submit that if you would have gotten the old 56 you could have then been able also get the 90!! I have those two. Yes, the old 56 has slower focus. But, I don't care about that much. I just use back button focus with it. I use the 90 for sports and it's really good. I can't quite afford one of the long zooms yet. I do wish the 90 would take the 1.4X or 2X teleconverter. That would be sweet. I've been comparing and shopping for zooms now. The 50-140 and the 70-300 are the front runners. But, definitely need to save pennies first! Have a great week!!
Ya i see your point charlie. But I much rather have the newer lens the older one. 😂
I love my old 56mm f1.2! I don’t think I can get rid of it just yet. The photos are absolutely beautiful.
that's aewsome! it's an awesome lens still.
I just picked up the older used 56mm 1.2 as well. It is in mint condition. The images are fantastic and lower cost was well worth it. ❤
I was torn on the 56mm and the 90mm for a while and decided on the Viltrox 75mm 1.2 as the middle road lens. good compression still but still usable in a lot of my particular photo situations.
You made a solid choice still! The 75mm is awesome
But it's HUGE! 😭
lol true but it's my only "big" lens. @@34136TS
Bought viltrox 75 about 3 weeks ago. Its awesome its razor sharp, its af is great. But its heavy and mfd is about 90cm =).
But when you’re sitting at a table in a pub you cant get a nice portait- you have to stand and back off to get a nice shot %).
Thats why i thinking about 56 mm wr %)))
Ps tested 50 1.0 in a pub too and it also great, but man its so heavy and its af is slower than viltrox 75. But it is unique lens say like Kubriks Planar 50 0.7 but with af %))
I choose old 56/1.2 R for it's character 😎 Skin texture looks very damn pleasing.. Perfect balance between lens abberations and optical correction. Old 56/1.2 R has most beautiful flare I've seen in any lens. Shooting against sun with old 56/1.2 R is just soo good. And I love shooting portraits against sun during golden hour. New 56/1.2 R WR? Naah, it's too clinical. It's renders same as any other modern 85/2 prime. There is nothing special about it. Plus on top of that it's not looking as sexy as old one haha😅
I really appreciate your detailed comment and insights on the old 56/1.2 R lens. It's always helpful to hear from fellow photographers who have hands-on experience with different gear. I'm glad you found the skin texture and flare pleasing - those are definitely important factors for portrait photography!
I've only had my 56WR a week but unfortunately it's not living up to the hype. There are a number of problems with it, but the aspect that doesn't seem to being talked about much is the poor focus fall off, it is way too sudden. The transition from in focus to out is lacking graduality and you can get weird results at times where some part of the frame that is oof meets another part that is very oof. This tends to happen with a lot of lenses that strive for low CA and keep the weight and size down (somethings gotta give).
Adding to this, I realise now I have been very spoilt by my previous lens experience with Fuji. The 16/1.4 (yes, 1.4), 23/2, Touit 32/1.8, 50/2 and 90/2 all have AF LIGHT YEARS ahead of this lens. With AF.C it will just not chill out, not even on a tripod against a high contrast stationary target, it micro pulses constantly. It is slow to acquire focus and simple tests like someone walking towards you it will struggle. It's one of the first Fuji lenses that for some work you will need to pop into Release Priority, otherwise not a single shutter actuation will ring out as it struggles to cope.
Sadly however, there isn't much choice. If you want an autofocus lens at 85mm equivalent with a decent mfd then this is all we have. It is just mind boggling that Fuji did not try harder and get LM into this lens. I mean c'mon... it was released in 2022... I mean really... wth were they thinking?! If they can get LM into fast 23 and 33mm lenses, into the larger 90 and even into beasts like the 50-140... c'mon... there's no excuse! I think we would have all happily taken another 10-20% size increase for this thing to be properly performing on the AF front with some future proofing from LM drive. Right now it feels like a stepping stone, I will be jumping as soon as there is a better option.
Overall, I would whole heartedly recommend the 90/2 over this lens any day of the weak. It has similar IQ, better fall off, better AF, also has a decent mfd (60cm vs 50cm on the 56WR) and is way cheaper. The only reason you go for the 56/1.2 is if working space is a problem and you absolutely need more background blur.
Having said that... and to leave on a positive note rather than negative.... if things line up well for you, subject, oof areas, it will deliver very nice results. There is no issue here with CA or sharpness, flare is well controlled etc.
I dunno... I just must be in the minority where I don't look for or need super sharpness on a portrait lens. About 5% of the subjects you'll have in front of you benefit from sharpness, the rest of the time your post processing will be all about taking the edge off. If you want a portrait with pores and sharp eyes.. use a macro! The rest of the time I want sublime fall off, interesting or supporting (but not overwhelming or distracting) bokeh.
I think I will be trying the 50/1 next.
A man with an exquisite taste. You’re just hard to please 😭😂
@@Iamtongue I'm a snob, I know it 😮💨
Interesting. I've never shot with the 56MM, but I was recently loaned a 50MM 1.0 and after doing a portrait photoshoot with it I was kinda blown away, ngl. The lens was annoyingly sharp but it doesn't seem to suffer from all the issues you've had with the 56MM. I found the focus fall off to be smooth, and the AF to be surprisingly accurate/fast even on my X-T3. I tried it on an X-T5 that I got on loan from Fujifilm on some night gigs with barely any lighting and the focus was still surprisingly fast.
I don't know if you've gotten to try the 50MM 1.0 since you posted your comment, but would love to hear your experience!
@@yashwinning Fuji will send out a 50/1 for me to play with in the near future (I turned them down a few weeks back as I was too busy and they loan for a certain time period and not a moment longer). I'll report back.
Here's what I think will be my conclusion however;
- 56/1.2 wins overall. Because it is smaller, lighter, more manageable for event work (my line of work). AF will be slightly better than the 50/1.
- 50/1 will handle oof areas better.
- 56/1.2 handles flare, ghosting better. Similar sharpness, higher contrast.
The two negatives for me with the 56/1.2 is this oof area thing. It's hard to explain and certainly not something you get on every shot, but it looks like everything gets flattened 'too soon' when it comes to things that fall outside it's DoF. So for example, in a portrait or whatever, the thing that is just behind the person (like right just behind them) gets as much oof applied as the buildings behind in the distance. And you see the same thing happening in the foreground. Whereas other glass can have a feeling of progression to the oof area, the things nearer the DoF are oof but there looks like more transitioning to the distant stuff. And of course this is in part due to super shallow DoF, but I shoot a 40/.85 (far thinner than 56/1.2) and it doesn't have this issue, it is far more grading, superb focus fall off.
The next gripe is the AF. It's not that it's super bad, its just ANNOYING that Fuji made the call not to LM their updated version, like WHY!!?? I think everyone would have preferred a few grams more, a slightly larger 56/1.2 if it equipped LM. This might actually be their biggest stuff up ever imo..
Right now, there is no 56mm lens that hits the sweet spot (and we have a lot!). Viltrox 56/1.4, Sigma 56/1.4, Sirui 56/1.2, 56/1.2 APD, 56/1.2R and now the 56/1.2RWR.
Probably the R WR is still the best of the bunch despite its shortcomings. I really wish a bonafide competitor showed up...
I felt the same about the AF issue of the 56mm, then I read a comment on dpreview that changed my approach: the DOF is shallow, so if you half-press the shutter release before taking the actual shot, your subject might fall out of focus. Instead, if you press the shutter all the way down straight away, you'll get way more shots in focus! 🙂
I have both! Although I have the older 56 1.2. I think you could’ve saved money by buying a used one, and getting close to the same results. In fact, I prefer the look of the older one.
I’ve used the 90 F2 for street photography and especially for hiking in the mountains, as you don’t have to carry a giant zoom or heavy telephoto.
ya i tried the 90mm for street also. It was pretty cool ahah
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I’ve been using the 50 F2 a lot lately. I find it a little more forgiving on my subject being out of focus with the 56, 1.2. This is because I shoot a lot in auto, as things unfold too quickly to adjust F stops.
I have both, I use the 90 whenever I can though. It’s just more flattering for portraits because it’s a longer lens.
It's like choosing between chocolate and vanilla ice cream - both delicious, but one just has that extra oomph! Happy shooting with your 90mm lens!
Let me start by admitting to owning to much gear. I love the 56mm it was the lens that made me switch from Nikon to Fujifilm so it will always hold a special place with me. The 90mm is favorite prime lens for the compression it gives and how I am able to isolate my subject with it. The same can be said for the 80mm macro. As for Low light I grab my 50mm F1.
The 90mm is my fav for compression as well. It's too good
What’s the 80 like compared to the 90 for candid ? Which should I get ?
@@hamzatatta952 if you don’t do much or any macro go for the 90mm. They both are sharp and fast lenses. The 90 also has more pleasing bokeh in my opinion.
I also had to choose between the XF 90mm f/2 and the XF 56mm f/1.2 WR. I don't think you can go wrong with any of these lenses, but as I already had a 50mm f/2 WR, I went for the 90mm f/2, thinking it would give my photos more variety. I expected to be happy with the results (having seen hundreds of photo samples), but the XF90 still exceeded my expectations. I'm still blown away by the cinematic look of the photos that come out of this lens and even my friends who don't know much about photography noticed the razor sharpness. The XF 90mm is the perfect outdoor portrait lens for my needs, but I still plan to buy another prime lens just for indoor use because unfortunately the XF 50mm f/2 is still not wide enough to be practical in this scenario.
Whoa, sounds like you did some serious research before making that lens decision! It's awesome that the XF 90mm turned out to be even better than you expected. And hey, don't worry about the indoor shots, just another reason to go lens shopping! Keep up the great work, dude!
@@Iamtongue Thanks. I think I will choose between the Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 and the Fuji XF 33mm f/1.4, because I often shoot at around 30mm with my zoom kit lens, so I know 27-33mm is very universal focal lenght that can fit many people in to the frame. My current XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 kit lens is sharp enough for my needs (especially when I use Photoshop's Enhance Details function, which can restore sharpness to fuji RAW files), but it can't blur the background. I have to change my lens to an XF50mm f/2 if I want to blur the bacground and isolate the subject, and that's time consuming when you only have one camera body.
Hello, so I had the 56 1.2 as my first prime lens and brand new to fuji everyone was like this is the go-to for portraits. I sold it (probably prematurely) as not having a ton of experience with portraits. I got into family photography and picked up the viltrox 75mm. This blew me away and I have enjoyed it. I always go back to your videos with the 90mm and that is very intriguing. I know you have done reviews of each in your opinion would you pick up the 90mm if you already had the 75? Just wonder if they are different enough. Thanks for the great content as always.
Hey dude No I wouldn’t.
Love your stuff. Our photography taste is spot on.
Wow, thanks!
I have both lenses and I love both lenses ❤ Most time I shoot with 56mm 1.2 WR.
ohh nice. What makes you choose the 56mm over the 90 most of the time?
Bigger angle and smaller distance with 56mm
I just keep both... 😉
I'm blown away by both of them because they are so sharp wide open and the build quality is amazing.
Totally agree! They are both awesome in their own right
I would love to see some of your portraits shot on the Fuji 50mm F1.0. That lens gives a unique look for sure.
I've reviewed it a few years back. I much prefer the 50mm f2 over the f1.
Your portrait phots are amazing!
Thanks mark! ☺️
Keep up your great work, love your channel, many greetings from germany
Thank you very much! I appreciate the support
All very true, head vs heart, 90mm magic something but yes, it has to be outside, totally agree. Got the old 56mm but yeah but ufff! I'm waiting for v3 with a decent AF and then I'll likely trade up. Top analysis! Bravo.
Thank you sir. I'll probably get version 3 whenever that comes out as well ahha
If you’re using the older 56 mm like I am, just set it at 6 feet to infinity on the limit focus and you’ll speed it up quite a bit!
Not available with face detect on - ufff!@@simon359
I kneeeeeeeeew you would end up getting this! And I am very happy you did! 😊 Hope you are also!
ya it's great! thanks
What about the middle between those two focal lengths? Viltrox 75 F1.2? I’m in doubt between the xf 56 F2 and the viltrox 75 and cannot afford the xf 56 F1.2…
That’s what I went with. I split the difference and went with the 75 and it’s been great for me so far. Plus saved money which is always good. The 56 would have come in handy a couple times though when the 75 was just a tad too long.
ya I like that lens alot, but the close minimum focusing made me want to pick up the new 56mm. But still an amazing lens for the price.
I'unno, lately I've been dreaming of getting rid of the 33 & 56 and getting the 35 & 90. 😜
Maybe the problem people have with the 56mm is that the bokeh has virtually no outlining or fringing, so it tends to blend together into characterless mush. 🤔
you love those character lenses 😅
I really want the 90mm but like you said it wasn't practical. I've tested my buddy's 90mm and it was beautiful but I have no where to use it.
If you can use out of it, i think it's one of the best portrait lenses that fujifilm has.
If it was the choice of those 2 lenses only, I'd take the 56mm F/1.2WR but since I don't have your RUclips money, I actually took the Sigma 56mm F/1.4 and am loving that lens
my 2 lens combo for studio work is the Sigma 56mm F/1.4 and Sigma 23mm F/1.4 (granted that is new and only done 1 shoot but is sharp), I didn't think I'd ever do a shoot and not use Fuji glass but the last shoot, I did not use any fuji glass
Ah, the struggle of not having "RUclips money"! But hey, the Sigma 56mm F/1.4 is still an awesome choice. Who needs the expensive stuff when you can get great results with the Sigma?
@Iamtongue it is definitely a balancing act, between quality and price, the sigma 56 & 23 have excellent quality and a great price.
My clients are happy which is the main thing, the fuji lenses may be technically better, but I'd bet money that if I printed 16"x12" photos using both lenses people would not be able to tell me which lens cost £999 and which cost £380
Good choice...i just ordered the xf 90 mm f 2 ...again:)))
Nice one!
where is this neon lights location in toronto man? sick af
Its the Neon Demon Studio, it used to be in Toronto, but I heard it relocated to Hamilton.
Do you use any other brand of camera in your pro work? If so, why? I am in the process of getting rid of my Sony a7iii and go all in with Fuji. I am a little scared to make the switch and give up the FF percs.
Ya i shoot with a sony a7iv for some client work. Only because the AF is much more reliable when i go onto job sites.
@@Iamtongue would you give up the a74 if the af was as good on the Fuji? Thx for the fast reply btw
@@SuperBengamin yes I would lol
I hear G.A.S. 🤣 but it is a very good choice especially when you have the Viltrox XF f/1.2 27mm as well. Perfect combo for portraits. And then also throw in the Viltrox XF f/1.2 75mm 🙃
It works well as a studio lens. I have used it a couple of times, both the old and the new version. 😉
We all have GAS 🏃♂️💨
Hey Tongue, You think XF 90MM F2 is a great video lens? Your thoughts please.
Ya for static shots!
My 90mm isn’t responding. It says “turn off the camera and turn on again”. I’ve tried it on 2 different bodies and it says the same thing. What should I do?
Hey bro, you should get that checked out.. this is way above my pay grade haha
Hey if you havent resolved it- it's most likely the AF motor is stuck/failed. It can happen.
Had the same problem with my XF18-55 f2-4 kit lens. Sent it for a service to Fuji, paid about 160€ with shipping and all. They replaced the front lens and the AF motor unit. Works well now, no problems.
Get both, 56 indoor 90 outdoor
sound logic
And I have been shooting with the 50mm f/1. And I prefer the f/1 over the 56mm f/1.2, even with the new WR version. But that just me though.
I'm not a huge fan of the 50mm F1.0 tbh. I prefer the 50mm f2 over f1
I absolutely love your photographs.
Thanks bro!
@@IamtongueI use my Nikon 85mm F1.8 the same way you use the Fuji 90mm F2 lens. Especially when I stop down to F2 on my Nikon 85mm F1.8. I also own the Nikon 50mm F1.4 both lenses I use on my Nikon D5500
There's no use worrying about the old XF 90mm F2 R LM WR because the Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 XF is far better and costs half the price. The Viltrox is sharper @ f/1.2 than the Fujinon @ f/2. Also the Viltrox's rendering is superior and it doesn't have the edge outlining on bokeh like the Fujinon XF 56/1.2 R WR has.
Viltrox is killing it
I went the other way. Optically the 90 is way better - than the 56 1.2 I had. Yes you need more room but I use the 90 for kids so a little more reach is useful. Most studios I have seen are too small and compromises are made hence the popularity of the 56
Exactly
Clearly the 56 is better in many ways. More versatile, lighter and overall easy to shoot. However, the compresion on 90 is quite unique si different. But its too close man, this 90 is very hard to work with. If you are a portrait profesional photographer, having this gives you a bit of edge. For most people 56 is more than enough and 75 is max they go. And for good reason
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! It's always interesting to hear different perspectives on camera lenses and how they perform in different scenarios.
56 it is crystalline but 90 has great character, 56 similar render to Sigma56f14, I want 90mm 😇😍
the 90mm is awesome!
I love my 90 and my 56.
boom!
90mm or viltrox 75?
90mm has character, but viltrox is more practical.
I absolutely love my v1 56mm.
aint nothing wrong with that
@@Iamtongue have not had the opportunity to work with the 90mm unfortunately
Can you make a comparison between 56mm 1.2 and viktrox 75mm 1.2.?
i'll add it to my list.
0:52 coming from GAS
haha
Due to the f1.2 and focal length I’d pick the 56mm.
Good choice!
Why not 50mm f1.0?
i don't like it.
@@Iamtongue why?
@@kristijanignjatovski4415 I like the f2 more
@@Iamtongue hmmm.i use canon 5ds,and still can't make the step to take Fuji.i wanted that f1.0, but many are not satisfied with it.
I don't know man, going ff with 50megapix to apsc, never used.
Anyway Ty for your time.
@@kristijanignjatovski4415 ok
I want the 56mm WR lens badly.
do it bro! 😂
@@Iamtongue lol
It’s so hard to shoot chickens because they don’t hold their pose long enough for me lol. Practicing with shooting chickens is a challenge since they don’t like to listen to instructions lol.
Haha, who knew chickens could be such divas? They definitely have a mind of their own. Maybe try bribing them with some extra corn to get them to hold their pose a little longer!
i will feed them chicken nuggets XD@@Iamtongue
56 for me
F*** it, I need them both...
why the fuck not haha
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Dunno, you sure sound like you prefer the 90 :))
Haha, you caught me! I do have a soft spot for the 90.
Sounds like you would ALSO like to have the 90 mm f2
I would! maybe one day haha
@@Iamtongue I hear ya buddy.
I’ll see your 56mm 1.2 and raise you a 75mm 1.2 😂
I fold.
@@Iamtongue I go all in with the 50 140mm f2.8
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