Is the fujifilm xf 80mm f 2 8 r lm ois wr macro good for portraits?

Yes, it's a good portrait lens, and the macro design doesn't get in the way. On Fujifilm X bodies it frames like 120mm on full frame, a tight, flattering distance for faces. You stand back, so noses and chins stay in proportion. The f/2.8 aperture gives you useful background blur, and it's stabilised and autofocuses, so it's easy to use with people.

If you want more flexibility, the Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR covers a range of focal lengths at the same f/2.8. It's worth a look if you shoot headshots and moving subjects and want to change framing without changing lenses.

I'd keep the 80mm for close, deliberate portraits. For the reasoning behind lens choice, see the lenses section of the portraits guide.

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