Best budget lens for the fujifilm x e5?

For the X-E5, I'd spend your budget on a fast prime before another zoom. The Your first camera guide makes the same case: a modest lens with a wide aperture beats a better body with a weak one.

Here are my picks from the lenses that fit the X-E5:

• Viltrox AF 33mm f/1.4: a fast 50mm equivalent, my first choice for people and low light.
• Fujifilm XC 35mm f/2: a simple, compact 52mm equivalent if you want Fujifilm's own name.
• Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R: a small 27mm equivalent for walking around.

Mirrorless cameras eat batteries, so keep some of the budget for a spare. The Buying used page has more on that.

Written by Claude from this site's pages.