Designed for the bokeh enthusiast, the FUJIFILM XF 56mm f/1.2 R APD features a unique optical design, flattering portrait-length field of view, and an especially fast f/1.2 maximum aperture. Differentiating itself from FUJIFILM's other XF 56mm f/1.2 lens, this APD version incorporates an apodization filter to produce an aesthetically-pleasing out-of-focus quality to suit selective focus applications.

Complementing the unique bokeh-related attributes of the lens is an equally sophisticated optical design, which features both aspherical and extra-low dispersion elements to help reduce a variety of aberrations, color fringing, and distortion. A Super EBC coating is used, too, to reduce flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy in bright and backlit conditions. Additionally, this lens also features an internal focusing mechanism for quick focusing performance along with a rounded seven-blade diaphragm to further contribute to a pleasing bokeh quality.

Open Box Products Have a Limited 1-Year B&H Warranty    X-Mount Lens/APS-C Format    85mm (35mm Equivalent)    Aperture Range: f/1.2 to f/16    Apodization Filter for Smooth Bokeh    One Double-Sided Aspherical Element    Two Extra-Low Dispersion Elements    Super EBC Coating    Internal Focusing Mechanism    Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

Prime portrait-length lens is designed for APS-C-format Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless cameras and provides an 85mm equivalent focal length.

Especially bright f/1.2 maximum aperture excels in low-light conditions and also offers notable control over depth of field for using selective focus techniques.

Signified by the APD designation, this lens incorporates an apodization filter in order to produce controllable and aesthetically-pleasing bokeh, which is characterized by sharp main subjects, tremendously blurred background, and an overall three-dimensional quality.

Since the apodization filter performs best at wider aperture values, a 3-stop ND filter is built into the lens to aid in controlling exposure. Using two separate sets of aperture values, the red series of numbers indicates the effective aperture value as it relates to depth of field. The standard white set of numbers indicates the actual f/stop number, and the difference between these two sets of numbers indicates the effectiveness of the filter.

One double-sided aspherical element limits distortion and spherical aberration in order to realize greater sharpness and accurate rendering.

Two extra-low dispersion elements reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to provide greater clarity and color accuracy.

Super EBC coating has been applied to individual elements to reduce lens flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.

Internal focusing design affords fast and quiet autofocus performance that benefits both stills and video applications.

Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing out-of-focus quality to benefit the use of selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. does the autofocus make this a capable video lens?

A: This lens is a capable lens for video, but the camera would determine how well it performs while recording video.

Q: 2. UV filter for this lens ?

A: You can use anything with a 52mm filter diameter, like this Chiaro 52mm 99UVBTS filter: https://bhpho.to/2Mmyuyy or this B+W 52mm 010 MRC: https://bhpho.to/36anMSY

Q: 3. The lens is not on the list of lenses supported by the 40mp APS-C sensor for the X-H2, what is the highest resolution for this lens on the new 40mp ASP-C sensor (specifically the X-T5)?

A: Any lens can be used on the 40mp cameras. This 56mm F1.2 APD is just not able to provide maximum resolution for the 40mp cameras which will be a subjective judgement depending on the user.

Q: 4. Please list exactly which cameras are supported by this lens: Supports X-Series Camera's LMC Function - Which X-series cameras?

A: This lens is supported by all X-series systems that use interchangeable lenses. X-Pro1 (as the oldest of the series) up...

Q: 5. Can you swap the default Viltrox front lens cap with an official Fujifilm cap of the same filter thread size?

A: Yes you can do that.

Q: 6. Will it work on a Canon EOS 4000 D or do I need an attachment so I can buy it too. Thank You in Advance! help ...

A: No, this lens is not compatible with a Canon 4000D. The 4000D takes Canon EF or EF-S lenses only.

Q: 7. Black version photo shows the large badging and not the small font inking like on the silver version. I would like the newer version to match my other recent lens purchases from Viltrox. Which one will I receive if purchased?

A: As per my buyers the black version would match the silver version.

Q: 8. On Viltrox' homepage it says it is also suitable for ff Nikon Z cameras but does not elaborate. Will I have to shoot in crop mode when using this lens on a Z5?

A: The Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 Z Lens for Nikon Z can be used in full frame mode or crop mode on the Z5. However, in full frame mode, you will most likely have image vignetting so it would no be recommended. This Nikon 50mm would be a better choice for the Z5: https://bhpho.to/3ewZ0Qv

Q: 9. does the autofocus make this lens a capable video lens?

A: Yes, works well for video.

Q: 10. Does this lens damage X-Pro3 bodies like the other offerings from Viltrox?

A: No, the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF Lens for FUJIFILM X does not damage the FUJIFILM X-Pro3 Mirrorless Camera.