FUJIFILM announced a new lens for X-Mount cameras: the FUJIFILM XF 50mm F/1.0 R WR. This lens, also called “the one” by FUJIFILM, is the fastest lens ever made by the company. Also, it’s the first F/1.0 lens for mirrorless cameras that feature autofocus capabilities. Let’s take a closer look at it! FUJIFILM XF 50mm F/1.0 R WR – Features Back in February 2020, along with the launch of the X-T4 and X100V, FUJIFILM teased a new lens for X-Mount cameras: the FUJIFILM XF 50mm F/1.0 R WR. This low-light monster prime lens is compatible with every APS-C-format FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless camera. With a maximum aperture of F/1.0, this 50mm F/1.0 is equivalent to a 76mm (35mm film format equivalent) and allows you to get extremely shallow depth of field. If you’re shooting portraits at the maximum aperture, you better not miss the focus on the eyes (or the eye, as the other one can already be out of focus depending on your shot). The FUJIFILM XF 50mm F/1.0 R WR on the FUJIFILM XT-4. Image credit: FUJIFILM To help you with focus, the FUJIFILM XF 50mm F/1.0 R WR is the world’s first lens for mirrorless cameras with autofocus capabilities. I insist on the “for mirrorless cameras” because other lenses such as the Canon 50mm F/1.0L USM already had an autofocus motor. The XF 50mm F/1.0 R WR can utilize the Face/Eye AF function of FUJIFILM’s X Series cameras such as the XT-4 or X-H1, for example. For filmmakers,...
Published By: CineD - Monday, 14 September, 2020