New Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4: NOW We're Talking!

This lens is so good first crack out of the barrel that I didn't bother pixel peeping. I KNOW what I'm seeing, and it is the next generation of Fujifilm's XF lens line, engineered for higher resolution APS-C sensors AND true hybrid shooters. This is what they HAD to do - and I am STOKED.

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[tomtakumi]

Tech Youtuber: Neon Background, multiple light sources
Photographer Youtuber: Dark background, 1 or 2 light sources

[jjchockey]

I just rented this lens to compare with my 16mm 1.4. It is fantastic. That extra bit of compression really helps to smooth out that kinda busy background the 16mm produces. Along with basically no distortion, insane sharpness, more contrast and color separation, no color fringing (bad on 16mm at 1.4) and the auto focus I think I may have to make the move. This lens really took my breath away.

[ArinaKimCinematicVlog]

The 18mm 1.4!! One of my favorite XF lens so far! Glad to meet another fujifilm user 😍🤩

[punkrachmaninoff]

It was so big I decided to go for the X100V; I have not looked back. (Unless watching your wonderful take and supporting your channel with my presence counts as looking back).

[GrandHuevotes]

I’ve been doing comparisons on the fujix forums and yeah the 18 1.4 is sharper than the next 23 1.4 Mark II and the 33 1.4, by a significant amount. It’s ridiculous. It resolves high frequency details extremely well, about on par with the $6000 200 f2. These two and the 90 f2 are the three sharpest X lenses in history

[mlseawell]

Just back in Utah from visiting my daughter in upper Manhattan (first trip to NYC!) and I put the Fuji 18 f/1.4 through the paces. Extremely impressed with the results and this lens definitely lives up to the big brag! Tells the story, cuts through the noise to reveal what this photographer wanted to say via the X-T5. Pleased.

[georgesealy]

Dear Mr. Elephant, thanks for this review. I appreciate your professional opinion. It is what I wanted to hear, and I really like your examples. I have decided this will be my next lens. Looking for Fuji to have a rebate deal on this lens sometime in the next several months. I like the quality, wide-angle, speed, and AF this lens offers. Thanks so much for your insights.

[joturchetphotography]

It’s on its way! 😍 Sacrificed my 16 f2.8 and 50 f2 and a few magic beans! 😉

[dirk.]

Is the stepiness in manual focus now fixed in 07/2023? How would you compare the 28/1.7 of the Leica Q2 with the Fuji 18/1.4 on a 40MP sensor? Is the Fuji lens as good as the Leica lens?

[SwitchbackGuitars]

I am here and ready to hold all my thoughts!

[ghas]

A true apochromatic lens. This lens is insanely good. Makes the XF 16mm look mediocre in comparison, and that’s saying something!

[peterfritzphoto]

Damn, I love watching and listening to you, Hugh. You could read the weather, and I’d be transfixed. And those mono images of the classic cars… delicious.

[THISBECHRIS]

Always enjoy your videos and perspectives. Trying to decide between this lens with my XT3 vs just getting a Q2. First world problems, I know.

[jensschettler]

I ve had that. Send it back cause i like the 23 1.4 wr better. But the 18 1.4 is also awesome

[ZZ.]

Thanks for this vidéo !
Have you tried to compare this Lens with the Nikkor Z 28mm f2.8 ?

[rlysakowski]

Thanks for the video! I am getting Xpro-3 and think about getting this lens to replace my Leica Q2. I am curious your opinion - do you think Q2 results are comparable to Xpro-3 with 18 1/4?

[stinkystealthysloth]

It's an impressive piece of glass! I wonder if they're going to update the 60mm ?

[marleenvandam]

The latest XF 18, 23 and 33 WR lenses are one of the best you can find for that price!

[valbou]

I feel the new 18 + 33 can be a very good combo (with 2 XT4 bodies?) for most pictures.
Also waiting for the new 56 that may come next year.

[didhk]

short history of almost everything - most fascinating book out there! read it bout 20 years ago when i was.. well..20.... and it changed my mind!