FUJIFILM XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR Lens

Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR Lens
Ultimate Portrait Prime – Bright f/1.2 Aperture, 85mm Equivalent Focal Length, 11-Blade Iris & Weather-Sealed Metal Construction

The Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR is a premium portrait-length prime lens designed natively for APS-C-format Fujifilm X-mount mirrorless cameras. Delivering a classic 85mm equivalent focal length, this weather-sealed lens updates a lauded optical formula to meet the demands of modern high-resolution sensors. Distinguished by its ultra-fast f/1.2 maximum aperture, it provides unmatched subject isolation, exceptional low-light performance, and nuanced depth-of-field control—making it a mandatory tool for portraiture, wedding, fashion, and commercial photography.

Re-engineered from the ground up, the optical formula features 13 elements in eight groups, incorporating one Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) element and two aspherical elements. The eight-element focusing group incorporates high-refractive glass technology inherited from FUJINON Cinema Lenses, dramatically curbing chromatic, spherical, and comatic aberrations. The lens achieves an improved minimum focusing distance of just 1.6 feet, allowing for detailed, close-up tabletop and commercial framing. Paired with a Super EBC element coating to combat ghosting and flare, an 11-blade rounded diaphragm for creamy, smooth bokeh, and a rugged 9-seal weather-resistant housing, the XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR delivers uncompromised resolving power in any shooting environment.

Key Features & Optical Excellence

85mm Equivalent Portrait Perspective: Offers an ideal short-telephoto field of view tailored for flattering headshots, wedding documentation, and commercial product isolation.

Ultra-Fast f/1.2 Aperture: Maximizes light gathering for dim environments and generates extremely shallow depth-of-field effects to isolate subjects cleanly against blurred backgrounds.

Cinema-Derived Optical Layout: Features 13 elements in 8 groups, utilizing specialized ED and aspherical glass to minimize color fringing, coma, and highlight light bleed.

11-Blade Rounded Iris: Outfitted with an 11-blade aperture diaphragm that yields soft, circular out-of-focus highlights and smooth background transitions.

Enhanced 1.6′ Minimum Focus Distance: Allows photographers to move closer to their subjects for tight framing, tabletop work, and intimate detail capture.

Super EBC Coating: Controls flare and ghosting under direct sunlight or harsh studio backlighting, preserving rich contrast and color fidelity.

Weather Resistance & Build Quality

Rugged All-Metal Construction: Precision-milled metal barrel built to handle daily professional field use while maintaining tactile elegance.

Comprehensive Weather-Sealing: Features nine separate rubber seals along the barrel to protect internal optics against dust, moisture, and freezing temperatures down to 14°F.

Fluorine Front Coating: Repels water, oils, smudge marks, and dust from the front element for easy cleaning in adverse weather conditions.

Technical Specifications

Lens Type: Prime Portrait-Length Lens

Lens Mount System: Fujifilm X-Mount Native

Format Compatibility: APS-C (85mm Full-Frame Equivalent)

Focal Length: 56mm

Maximum Aperture: f/1.2

Minimum Aperture: f/16

Optical Construction: 13 Elements in 8 Groups (1 ED, 2 Aspherical)

Minimum Focus Distance: 1.6 feet / 50 cm

Diaphragm Design: 11-Blade Rounded Iris

Filter Thread Diameter: 67 mm

Dimensions (Diameter x Length): Approx. 3.1 x 3.0 inches / 79.4 x 76.0 mm

Weight: Approx. 15.7 oz / 445 g