Fujifilm xf 56mm f 1 2 r vs fujifilm xf 56mm f 1 2 r apd?

These two lenses are nearly identical on paper. Both are 56mm f/1.2 primes for Fujifilm X mounts, with no stabilisation and autofocus. On APS-C they frame like 84mm on full frame.

The difference is the apodization filter on the APD version, which gives smoother out-of-focus areas. The cost is some light. If you shoot portraits and want the softest backgrounds, the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R APD is the one I'd pick. If you'd rather keep every bit of light and a more conventional look, go with the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R. It's the original 85mm-equivalent portrait lens, and it was replaced by a WR version in 2022.

For more on why a 56mm suits people pictures, see portraits.

Written by Claude from this site's pages.