Portrait photography is about to get more precise and impressive than ever with the new Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 WR lens. This 50mm prime lens boasts a world-class f/1.0 maximum aperture, meaning the ultimate in shallow depth of field with a soft, smooth bokeh that makes subjects stand out more than ever. An ultra-fast f/1.0 aperture also guarantees an astonishing low-light performance, which means Fujifilm creatives across the portrait, wedding, and event industries will have more power and flexibility to create magic, no matter the scene.
Here’s everything we know about the new Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR, which launches for preorder today.
Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR ()
Fujifilm is turning heads with the launch of its new, super-fast Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR prime lens. This game-changing lens, a must-have for portrait photographers, has a mind-blowing f/1.0 aperture that promises lifelike, precise, and detailed subjects with smooth, blurred-out backgrounds that are sure to impress clients and followers. Of course, with a fast f/1.0 aperture, this lens offers more than beautiful bokeh. It’s a workhorse in low-light situations, helping photographers and videographers retain quality during weddings, conferences, events, concerts, and more.
Pair impressive low-light and depth-of-field features with the Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR’s ultimate in focusing precision, and this fast prime will never leave your camera — let alone your bag. Here are some of the highlights:
Key Features:
- Class-leading f/1.0 maximum aperture
- Focusing ring offers 120 degrees of rotation
- Weather-resistant build, protected against moisture and dust
- Lens works in temperatures down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit
- Part of Fujifilm’s X series product line
- Lightweight at 1.86 pounds
The ultimate in shallow depth of field:
There’s shallow depth of field, and then there’s the Fujinon XF 50mm’s shallow depth of field, thanks to the world-class f/1.0 aperture that boasts some of the best bokeh photo opportunities to date. The Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR brings a nearly three-dimensional quality to portraits, wedding photos, and more, giving creatives the tools they need to put the subject in crystal-clear focus, with a blurry background that perfectly sets the scene.
Low-light conditions are a breeze:
Those f/1.0 aperture perks don’t stop there. The ultra-fast Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR does not disappoint when it comes to night or low-light photography and videography. You can rest assured you’ll retain detail and resolution no matter the scene — even when it comes to astrophotography.
Precise focus ensures you won’t miss the shot:
The background may be soft and blurry, but you better believe the Fujinon XF 50mm’s subjects are in focus. That’s because this lens, which has 120 degrees of rotation on its focusing ring, gives you ultimate focus control when using manual. Use this with an X Series camera’s focus peaking, and you can rest assured your shots will be sharp, clear, and dazzling — and exactly what your clients asked for.
The Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR is available for preorder for at Adorama.
Feature photo via AdoramaTV
