Fujifilm 50mm f1.0 - The King of Bokeh

[@LeeZavitz]

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[@Promikes]

@Lee Zavitz Please friend, give me your advice, watching your channel looks like you know everything about fuji - i am buying X-t4 at the moment, what lenses do you recommend? From what i've seen on the youtube (watched everything i think :)) x-t4 + fringer pro ii + canon EF lenses works best in terms of autofocus in video. What do you think, for video and photo, best overall lenses to buy with fuj? Tasks - 1) studio photoshoots - cloths for marketplaces, 2) ad/campaign shoot video/photo, 3) vlog capability (autofocus and angle) Need tier list of lenses :) Thank you in advance Lee, will be very glad if you help, keep up great job.

[@Iamtongue]

bro i watched so many 50mm f1.0 reviews..and so far you're the only youtuber who did the lens justice. These images are stunning!

[@LeeZavitz]

Thanks dude. It’s a good lens but I don’t think I would get it over the 56mmf1.2

[@Iamtongue]

@@LeeZavitz really...i should skip it eh >.

[@LeeZavitz]

Not if you already own the 56mm. Like I said in the video. It’s more of a novelty lens vs practical

[@iamrichlol]

I love the 56mm... Can't imagine it getting any better

[@jasonyounMUSE]

I remember watching your x-pro2 review 4 years ago. I was still hesitant if I should switch to Fuji from Canon full frame ecosystem, but your photos in the review made me switch right away. Nice review as always!

[@WarriorsPhoto]

Lee, what I enjoyed the most was your showing me how to work with models. That’s a lesson I need and you helped with this video. Now to watch it again. (:

[@truecuckoo]

You’ve got such a keen eye, man. Directing, framing and capturing some really lovely shots out of thin air.

[@LeeZavitz]

Thx dude. It helps when you work with great ppl :)

[@boringnation]

Oh, it’s Cuckoo! Do you like camera stuff too? I love my OP-Z and use it almost daily to relax. You were one of the big reasons I got into TE stuff.

[@JayYoElCapitan]

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[@vpr5562]

i need fuji in my life! Great shots Lee, greetings from Bulgaria.

[@pdebie1982]

Love how you communicate with your model(s). I never know how to approach them or give them instructions. So that's why I shoot cars and events. Far more easier :P

[@thegrayyernaut]

Don't feel bad, dude. I can't even make inanimate objects look good in subject photography so I just take street and sometimes landscape xD I'm THAT bad at communication.

I shoot macro,i think you guess why :)

[@pdebie1982]

@ Hold still bug, so I can focus on you.... oh, he flew away. :P

[@jbivphotography]

Beautiful session!

[@jarnopeitso]

Hoy there Lee, wondering about your experience with the lens. Did an unbiased test of the new 50mm f/1 and old workhorse 56mm f/1.2 side by side. Turned out 50mm was actually sharper wide open, but single point AF keeps hunting even on stationary subjects with camera on tripod, ie. shooting multiple frames in a row it's about 50/50 keeper rate to an extent that using high speed burst is the way to go. Also dof is so shallow that even slightest movement causes focus to miss. Very challenging lens, that makes 56mm 1.2 easier to work with for many.

[@LeeZavitz]

Maybe I had a bad copy? My 56mmf1.2 was much sharper.

[@ghas4151]

@@LeeZavitz either a bad lens or it never nailed focus. The 50 f1 is sharper than the 56 in my experience.

[@babyboy1971]

The 56mm 1.2 is my favorite lens ever. Do you think it’s worth the money to upgrade to the 50? Tempting.

[@ADFCHRONICLES]

once again a good review because you actually know how to take photos.

[@d.idowuolutosin4250]

Nice review. Not sure why softness with these photos is problematic. The softness in my view adds character to the photo. I think photographers are way too focused on sharpness when photographing people. This is a nice lens for those who need it but the cost delta between it and the 56mm f1.2 isn't worth it. I would have prefered an updated 35mm f1.4, making it an f1.2 and the 23mm f2, making it an f1.2 lenses as well.

[@andrewtran7508]

Hey Lee! I was wondering what product(s) do you have attached to the camera? Looks like a external display. Is that something for portraits? Around 3:20ish

[@V4D2]

u know what i liked the most about this review ? You!..dude . i’ve been following you for quite a while now...and one can notice your skills...dexterity....and fluidity while working..developing very strongly. You’re having a good time, you make the model feel at ease, and you know what you want, both from the model and from framing and lighting. I hope you stay humble, man.. I had to praise this...but the most difficult thing is to keep your ego in check with comments like these.. So..in a way...hehehe..sorry. but kudos! to you anyway . And btw.. Kudos to the model too. She looked incredible, with either less or more makeUp. To my eyes she is one of those ppl that look great, but you don’t notice how great she looks and the femininity she exudes, until u get really close. And the closer u get the better she looks. As for this lens...well.... I gave up on it, as soon as they announced it would be a 50 instead of the 33mm.. I wouldn’t get it, either.. but i’m still waiting for an alternative to the 56mm f1.2 (namely faster AF). The 8:27mins shot, as well as the 100% crop look stunning, and the last shots, with the vines & black dress with white spot, are brilliant . Thanks very much for the video, cheers from Portugal ;)

[@BrendanEvan]

So is the 56mm sharper wide open?

[@DennyHermawanlarung]

Maybe

[@ghas4151]

You say it’s not sharp wide open, but then you deliver the photo at 8:30 mark with the model’s eyes tack sharp. Do you think you may have been struggling with the AF due to the shallow depth of field? I’ve heard someone else say that on the newer X-H2 cameras, the 50mm f1 seems to hit with sharper focus on the eyes more reliably.

[@mareya3201]

Dreamy photos! The model is soooo pretty!

[@Stevie_jr]

On witch Fukuoka are you using it on

[@cleverghostcinema]

How does this compare with the Canon? In your 56mm 1.2 review you mentioned the 56 is better cause of sharpness wide open, but how does the 50mm compare? And comparing both xf 56 and 50, With both at f1.2 does the 56mm still win out? Thanks

[@MarkHoltze]

Lens is a beast, man these are my fav videos you do.

[@oxeneers]

Lee, I would be curious to see if you use Fuji on a daily basis. I know you shoot predominantly with Canon/Sony but you continued to say f1 here is "pretty soft" when that's not the case at all. Yes, f2 and on is "sharpER" but it's not soft by any means at f1. I think your expectation for "digital sharpness" SOOC is a bit too high. With that being said, it's a great review and I enjoyed the video. You always do good stuff. But would've loved to hear some insight into how the f1 on this lens is actually quite sharp when you look at it from a relative viewpoint.

[@LeeZavitz]

It’s very soft. I chose the best images that were the sharpest. It think it has more to do with how razor thin the depth of field is. If it shifts or model slightly moves it could be the reason. But I didn’t want to fill this video of very soft images. So I Posted the best. I wouldn’t make a statement about a lens being soft unless it was. It sharpens up nicely around f2 and this is coming from years of experience shooting wide open on my 56mmf1.2 and it being extremely sharp. I even made a video about it at the start of the year

[@alexanderharden7307]

8:32 To me it doesn't look soft at all at f1.0 (100% zoom) .

[@davidhunternyc1]

How can you tell? It's a KZbin video?

[@alexanderharden7307]

As i mentioned ,picture is already 100% crop at f1.0 and it's super sharp.

[@michaelbell75]

Nice video. This or the 56 f/1.2 for half the price?

[@ReviewsWorld]

Would you recommend the 56 or 50mm ?

[@cale4981]

surprised you don't have more subs - great content man

[@LeeZavitz]

Doing what I can. Thanks for hanging out

[@ericthestone]

Another great video! I think I am keeping my 56mm f/1.2!

[@arda_]

Good demonstration as always. I still can't justify going the high end route on X-mount. For a price of high end APSC Fuji + couple fast lenses you are already above the price of a Full Frame Camera + fast lenses and in most cases the Full Frame camera and lenses will deliver better results/flexibility. It's not like there is a size advantage at that point. Can't wait for the Sony A7 iv.

[@LeeZavitz]

A7iv is going to be a beast

[@jameswandiba7929]

Salak gibe konusuyon... Gerezekyale! Do you really have to compare everything in life with FF?

[@rimonawad5721]

@@jameswandiba7929 well, if it's in the same price range I don't see why not. The only advantage of the fuji seems to be the controls / handling, film emulations and the video specs.

[@moonlitmedia6513]

That’s fair. I think Fuji had the best user experience; and I really like the look and size of their cameras, but I think if you’re a new pro looking for cheap good gear ff is best. Cheers

[@kevrosas1]

What sort of time in the day was this and your outdoor shoots? How many hours until sunset etc? The light is magical. Fantastic work

[@LeeZavitz]

Somewhere between 5pm-7:30pm. I think this was October

[@Iamquiroga]

At 9:42 what was the settings for focus and speed?

[@LeeZavitz]

I left tracking at default and the speed I lowered by 2

[@Iamquiroga]

@@LeeZavitz thank you!! Love your content keep it up!

[@Libinkttm]

Which lens is more sharp and has better autofocus between fujinon 33 f1.4 and 50 f1.0 ? For both stills and videos . I don't care about focal length ..I can only afford to buy one of these ..

[@ghas4151]

The 33mm is sharper wide open and has better autofocus, but it will not have the special look of the 50 f1. Do you own other lenses? 33mm will be a lot more versatile as a general purpose lens.

[@EdwardSimbanegavi]

Might be a stupid question but how you shoot at such a high shutter speed?

[@LeeZavitz]

You have to switch the camera into electronic shutter

[@EdwardSimbanegavi]

@@LeeZavitz Thank you so much for the reply and informative content, you’ve become my go to stop before I pull the trigger on any gear!

[@tomislavmiletic_]

Have the 56mm f1,2 for years now and don't feel I'd need an upgrade. OK, weather sealing and autofocus motor that doesn't freeze in the cold weather would be nice do...

[@royaltykidstv]

How does this lens 50mm f1 compare to an rf50 mm 1.2 Canon lens? Meaning is 50mm lens in Fujifilm the same as a 50mm in a Canon lens?

[@ghas4151]

The Fuji will give you the look of a 75mm f1.5 on full frame.

[@royaltykidstv]

@@ghas4151 thank you

[@sithabelamandlawenkosiwodu6298]

Can one vlog on this lens?

[@herakles6622]

Your review of the lens is good but there is 1 thing want to add. You did the test of that lens on the XT4 , can you do the same but on the XT1/XPRO1 and XT2/XPRO2 not everyone has the XT4 and making the review on the other cameras could give a better insight of the lens. what do you think ?

[@alfabravo80]

Very honest and balanced review. Again.

[@cloudsilver1]

Very nice photos!

[@rimonawad5721]

Hey dude! Been browsing your videos, and loving it so far. I feel like you are one of the most neutral channels when it comes to camera brands. I am debating whether to get the XT4, or the a7iii, and was wondering if you could help me out! I'm a hybrid shooter, trying to get more into video, but I still do photography both paid and as my hobby. I feel like the XT4 would be the better choice for video, but the a7iii is a little nicer for photography. I've shot with the Canon 5d mk3 multiple times, and I really like the 24-70 f2.8 lens. It's probably my favourite when it comes to outdoor shoots. I've always been a little disappointed in the fact that aps-c, does not really have a comparable lens that is as versatile as the 24-70 f2.8. Although Fuji lenses look really nice, they are still very pricey for an aps-c system. Been shooting sony aps-c with the three sigma primes, but I always found myself missing out on the versatility of a proper zoom. The majority of KZbin seems to prefer the XT4, but I feel like the a7iii would be a better future investment, as I feel sony will bring out the a7iv somewhere next year, with 10bit recording options as well, and by then you will have the best of both worlds (Fullframe and proper (10bit) recording modes) Which is all I ask for. But then again the a7iii feels not enough for video nowadays, and I'm a little jealous of how goodlooking the videos out of the XT4 are, which makes it very tempting to buy. Both cost about the same in my country, so pricewise there shouldn't be too much of a difference. If I'll get the Sony I will probably be getting the sigma lenses, which are maybe a little bit more expensive than the comparable Fuji lenses, but not by much. It's a lot of writing, but I have been holding back on purchasing something new for more than a month now, because for someone reason I can't make up my mind. If you could help me out a bit, it would be great! :)

[@LeeZavitz]

It’s a hard choice. They are both so good in different ways. Fuji has great image quality and lighter more compact lenses with way better video features. But a7iii has better dynamic range. Much better autofocus. Fullframe look. And I personally feel the Sony lenses perform much better with less focus issues. That said you can’t go wrong with either system. Any like you said. If you get into Sony now. The a7iv probs comes out next year and crushes everything in its path

[@rimonawad5721]

@@LeeZavitz thank you for answer! It really helps:) feel like I'm going to make my decision this week!

[@jhonpaulomorfi4736]

It was very nice 😮 very professional 😇🤙

[@achraf9946]

need this for sony e mount

[@abcd65425]

You are the only one on KZbin to say it's not sharp at f 1.0 😇 may be your software updates have reduced the sharpness 😂

[@j.k24]

nice vid man 😋👌🏽

[@ChimaChindaDev]

You may have gotten a bad copy of this lens. It's supposed to be sharper than the 56 1.2 wide open.

[@addicknchips1]

Hey Lee thanks for the video. Have seen conflicting opinions on the sharpness/softness of the lens. How do you think it compares to the 56 both wide open? Is it as soft as canon ef 85mm f1.2 ii? Cheers

[@LeeZavitz]

It’s not anywhere near as sharp as the 56mmf1.2 wide open but Because of that softness it really has a unique dreamy look. I was scared to shoot all the shots at f1.0 because of what I was initially seeing but it might be something ppl want vs razor sharp

[@davidhunternyc1]

I love the honest of this review. It was balanced. Yes, why pay for a f1 lens if it is soft at f1? It's just logical. Does anyone make a f1 lens that is tack sharp at f1?

[@LeeZavitz]

Depends on if you want it tack sharp or character. As I said it has really nice characteristics and a very dreamy look. If that’s something you want then this lens makes sense.

[@mrdamiansingh]

Exactly that’s why canon is the best lens manufacturer

[@haroldgraham4441]

fantastic lens

[@rhykko77]

Your shot at 3:51 beautiful ! ......ultra sharpness would not have improved this shot .

[@matpez65]

I'm skippin this and goin for the viltrox

[@Garbid]

A7iii+Samyang 85 1.4 or Sigma 85 1.4 cheaper

[@LeeZavitz]

Well I really want to get the sigma after seeing it in person. Going to try to get it in to review. But it’s a much better lens over the Samyang. If you have the $$ for for it

[@datdudeinred]

0:59 i like this long stuff though, if you are kindda in it 👏😉😂

[@k.h.a.n.3.6]

Super nice

[@Mindartcreativity]

She looks like Triss Merigold😊 (in The Witcher games not netflix show)

[@GhostOfJulesVerne]

Anyone tried this lens with an ND filter?

[@patron626]

I don’t agree at F1 it’s super sharp for me, but I’m using a ND filter maybe that’s why compared to the electronic shutter he was going with

[@ramimxss]

never been so early before

[@بنق20]

How are you Hey, best director

[@Stevie_jr]

I need this lens so bad

[@LeeZavitz]

The Bokeh!

[@cremersalex]

The lens has been tested by several pixel peepers and, except for the corners, it's not soft at f/1.0.

[@LeeZavitz]

I don’t know what to tell you. I don’t make things up. It’s one of the major things I noticed about all the images I took at f1.0

[@ReginaldEsque]

Fuji XT-3 vs. S10??? with both being priced at $999

[@Taylorkaraoke]

The thing is that you actually are not winning much when yeah, you have an f1 lens on paper, but you basically can't use it at f1 regularly because of the softness or because of too much light coming in; this lens is really expensive. My experience with the 56mm f1.2 has taught me that, off course, depending on the type of work you do, the hype behind extremely fast lenses is just that. In my opinion 2.8 will be a sweet spot naturally to have a nice bokeh, a nice subject isolation, and nice sharpness. Unless you are someone that knows how to use those extremes apertures, f1 is not that big of an advantage in the end. I am now even using a 55mm 1.7 Minolta MD analogue lens with adapter on my XH1 and yes, I miss the reliability of autofocus, but image quality is right around this ballpark. I had to sell all of my gear due to the impact the COVID situation had in my personal finances, and now am gradually going back to basics, so money is important, I would buy 2 56mm 1.2 any day before spending the same money in this one, to win nothing in terms of anything, hehe. Nice pictures, and a very cool insight in the way you do your photography work. New Sub!!

[@LeeZavitz]

I agree. Fast glass is usually hype. It’s tough to make it practical most of the time. Usually I’m not shooting past f1.8 with even f1.4-1.2 lenses.

[@mnicaisse]

I’m somewhat disappointed . 1 it’s not good for events. focusing issues. Focus extremely slow. I stay missing the moments. The 56mm response time is by far better. The 56mm snaps quicker. I hate when I’m on f/2 and I mis focus at 3000 sec shutter in bright day light. Not worth the upgrade I prefer the 56mm. The good, when it nails pics, it’s beautiful. Perfectly said it’s a Novelty lens. If you want better performance get a fringer pro 2 adapter buy some some EF mount especially the sigma art line these lens new life to the Fuji Sensor.

[@thebachag1231]

i love sub vietnames thank for Lee Zavitz

[@thegrayyernaut]

The excessive bokeh makes her look like she is in a toy set, especially when there are foreground elements xD

[@ChrisThe1]

King of Bokeh? RF 85 1.2 would like to talk to you Sony 100 2.8 STF would like to talk to you Nikon Noct 58 0.95 would like to talk to you Sigma 105 1.4 would like to talk to you Zeiss Otus 100 1.4 would like to talk to you Leica Noctilux 0.95 would like to talk to you

[@duchongsonnguyen9414]

king of bokeh M42 EBC fujinon 55mm f2.2

[@LgsPhotography]

I love your videos and these photos came out beautifully as always, but I have to say this was the first time I've seen you be so negative over gear, I think you were a little harsh on the lens, my 56 1.2 is definitely not "SHARP" wide open but it is Sharp. Every other review I've seen this one is just as, if not sharper so I'm a little bit baffled by your conclusions and some of the other things you stated. Anyway rant over lol 🙏🏻👀

[@thomashill5768]

I like these videos a lot but sometimes wonder if it's hard to separate the equipment from the photographer. Like would it be more informative to give this lens to a shit photographer? Photos came out great but they always do...

[@LeeZavitz]

So for my review I give the lens and camera to someone that doesn’t know what they are doing? Hmmm I don’t know how that represents the gear very well but it could be a good idea for a different video.

[@CryoftheProphet]

I think people dont realize that this lens isnt going to yield the same f1 results as a full frame as f1.0 is going to yield the shallow depth of field as a 1.4 on a full frame..

[@powderedtoastman3093]

No way I’d be dropping 2k for something that is soft at 1.0 - what’s the point in paying that for a dud