Portraits, Weddings & Low-Light — XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR (2022): The definitive Fujifilm portrait lens — 85mm equivalent, f/1.2, and now weather sealed.
Portraits, Weddings & Fashion — 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (2020): Sony GM-class portrait quality at nearly half the price — the smart choice for budget-conscious Sony portrait photographers.
Who should buy what
Quick take: The xf 56mm f/1.2 r wr is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR (2022) | 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £1,099 |
| Sensor | Fujifilm X mount (APS-C) | Sony FE mount (full-frame E-mount) |
| Video | N/A — lens | N/A — lens |
| Autofocus | Linear motor AF — significantly improved over Mk I | High-response Linear Actuator (HLA) — fast and quiet |
| Stabilisation | None | None |
| Burst Rate | N/A | N/A |
| Battery Life | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | 445g | 625g |
| Dimensions | 74.4mm diameter × 79.7mm length | 82.8mm diameter × 96mm length |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | N/A | N/A |
| Screen | N/A | N/A |
| Mount | 62mm filter thread | 77mm filter thread |
| Memory Cards | N/A | N/A |
| Connectivity | N/A | N/A |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR | 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Wedding | ||
| Low Light |
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