Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R § 03 Head to head
Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R vs Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro
Fujifilm 56mm f/1.2 is 170 g lighter. Viltrox 56mm f/1.2 focuses 20 cm closer.
The Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R is a 56mm f/1.2 prime, and the Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro is a 56mm f/1.2 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 4 advantages each.
Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R 
Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro 01
Key differences
Why is the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R better than the Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro?
- 170 g lighter (405 g vs 575 g)
- 9 mm shorter (69.7 mm vs 78.4 mm long)
- Has a physical aperture ring
- Smaller filter thread (62 mm vs 67 mm)
Why is the Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro better than the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R?
- Focuses 20 cm closer (0.5 m vs 0.7 m)
- More aperture blades (11 vs 7)
- $420 cheaper ($580 list price vs $999.99 launch price)
- Newer design (2025 vs 2014)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R has the edge: it is 170 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R | Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 56mm | 56mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 405 g (14.29 oz) ◆ | 575 g (20.28 oz) |
| Dimensions | 73.2 x 69.7 mm | 92 x 78.4 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.7 m (27.56 inches) | 0.5 m (19.69 inches) ◆ |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | Yes | No |
| Aperture blades | 7 | 11 ◆ |
| Optical construction | 11 elements / 8 groups | 13 elements / 8 groups |
| Filter size | 62 mm ◆ | 67 mm |
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X |
| Released | 2014 | 2025 |
| Price | $999.99 launch price | $580 list price ◆ |
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Size
- A · Fujifilm
- B · Viltrox
- 69.7 × 73.2 mm
- 78.4 × 92 mm
The Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro is 9 mm longer and 170 g heavier than the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R.
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Sample frames
Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R
Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R or the Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro?
- The Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R weighs 405 g, 170 g less than the Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro (575 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R or the Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro?
- The Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro focuses down to 0.5 m, against 0.7 m for the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R.
- Do the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R and the Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R or the Viltrox AF 56 mm f/1.2 Pro better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56 mm f/1.2 R has the edge: it is 170 g lighter to carry.
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