Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR

Compact, fast, and weather-sealed prime lens

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR
82/100
LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 18
Durability 17
Price 16
Usability 15
Brand Fujifilm
Model 16534571

Key Features

OPTICS 10 elements in 6 groups including 2 aspherical elements
APERTURE 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
AUTOFOCUS Internal focusing system with stepping motor for fast AF
WEATHER SEALING Dust and moisture resistant construction
SIZE Compact, lightweight design ideal for street photography
COATING Super EBC coating to reduce flare and ghosting
MIN FOCUS Minimum focusing distance of 22cm
FILTER 43mm filter thread diameter
MOUNT Fujifilm X-mount compatible with all X-series cameras
BUILD All-metal exterior construction
STABILIZATION None (relies on IBIS in camera body)
COMPATIBILITY Optimized for high-resolution X-Trans sensors
CAPS Includes front and rear lens caps and lens hood

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present
Aperture Ring ✓ Present
AF/MF Switch ✗ Not Present Controlled via camera body
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Integrated gaskets

How-to Use Fujifilm XF 23mm f/2 R WR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 23mm (35mm equivalent: 35mm)
Max Aperture f/2
Min Aperture f/16
Lens Construction 10 elements in 6 groups
Angle of View 63.4 degrees
Min Focus Distance 22cm
Max Magnification 0.13x
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Filter Size 43mm
Dimensions 60mm x 51.9mm
Weight 180g
Weather Sealing Yes
Focus Motor Stepping motor
Mount Fujifilm X
Hood Included (dome type)