Why Aren't People Talking About The Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 More?

[@Iamtongue]

What are your thoughts on the xf50mm f2???!! Have a merry holidays!! Love you♥️

[@Ponskippa]

I have it but don’t use it as much as I should 😬

[@Iamtongue]

@@Ponskippa hahaha why not it's so good

[@BillNessworthyPhotography]

I regret selling this lens

[@davidstanton8668]

I own four Fujicrons and this is my favorite by far. It is sharp as any lens you can get. Stopped down to f4 it is utterly phenomenal. At f2 it is still very sharp and the bokeh is actually good. The small size balances nicely on my x-t30. I stopped traveling with the kit lens and now travel only with the 50mm f2 and the 16mm f2.8. I find that with these two lenses I can cover most needs by cropping or stitching. Thanks for the review.

[@Iamtongue]

Thanks for watching David. I agree with your points!

[@makesnosense4424]

I agree with you the 50mm f2 is my favorite out of the "fujicrons". It's sharp, the compression is great and you're getting your money's worth.

[@Iamtongue]

Yessir it's aweosme😀

[@bunmeng007]

Underrated len. Small, light, great microcontrast and fast autofocus. 23mm/2 and 50mm/2 can cover like 80% of normal shooting scenario.

[@Iamtongue]

Agreed man!

[@jonesmatthewlee]

This lens is on my camera 80% of the time. Beautiful lens. People are always surprised by the quality of the images when they see them. I chose this over the XF50mm F1 and XF56mm F1.2. For event photography, I'm often shooting with flash and stopped down to F4 in order to get multiple people in focus. Same with portraits. For headshots, F2.8 is a sweet spot for detail and background blur. I get everything I need from the XF50mm F2. Is low light challenging at F2? Sure, but in low light, I usually have a speedlight handy. Love this lens. Glad you're enjoying too!

[@Iamtongue]

i find this more enjoyable to use than the 56mm! and if you have this lens paired with an X camera with ibis low light isnt that bad! xD

[@Snapit551]

Absolutely fantastic video review 👌📸 totally agree on every point !!! The 50mm f2 is the mini 90mm the compactness , sharpness & contrast carnt be beat on the 50mm f2 , it’s the most underrated Fujifilm lens which has the same pop as the 90mm f2, when I’m shooting weddings or events with this lens people don’t take it seriously until they are blown away by the images they receive…. Booom 👌📸🤩

[@Iamtongue]

Haha it's inconspicuous like a cute little toy! 🤣😂 But on a serious note this thing packs a punch.

[@snarkyguy]

I saw this video previously but this week a friend of mine told me he had this 50mm f/2 lens for sale (barely used) for a steal. So I rewatched this video and got all excited about it. Can’t wait to see how my X-T5 enjoys it.

[@marcratner9477]

Thanks for the reminder. I want this lens for travel and portraiture! Thanks too for showing the 35mm f1.4. It also looks fairly compact and I’ve heard it’s a great lens.

[@Iamtongue]

ya man both are great lenses! I think the 50mm f2 makes a good travel companion! :D

[@patrick-resendiz]

I own both the 50 and 56 and rarely use the 56 for everyday. Everyday I leave an XS10 + 23f2 and XT3 + 50f2 on a shelf to grab and I’m good! Indoors the focal length of 50 is also easier to manage than 56 IMO. Happy holidays!

[@Iamtongue]

I agree with you Patrick! Size and weight has becoming more important to me lately. Have a happy new year!

[@WS-bk7uu]

I think it has to be Fuji's most underrated lens and is hands down their best fujicron. My new travel setup is going to be the X100V and the 50mm f2 on my Xt3.

[@Iamtongue]

Ppl are sleeping on the 50mm f2😢 thanks for watching!

[@BB-ft6nd]

I'm going that way too. I like the compactness of the X-T3 and the Fujicrons for almost all of my work as of late. I tend to gravitate to smaller set-ups. I'll likely sell off my old f/1.2 and get the smaller 50mm.

[@An-jv8db]

Nice. Good samples. I felt in love with your models

[@Iamtongue]

thanks man

[@fuelediowa]

Thank you for taking the time to make a really good quality video on the 50mm f2. So many people only want to make videos on the most popular stuff. However many like my self like the middle of the road fuji stuff. I have the 35 mm f2 and think it is a great lens.

[@Iamtongue]

I appreciate the kind words! The 50mm f2 has got to be the least talked about lenses from.their line up. Thanks for watching and thanks for the support 🥰

[@michaelschmitt5413]

I own the 50mm f2, and really like it. I owned the 56mm for a couple of years, but grew to dislike it, because of the slow focus and very loose aperture ring (too easily moved while shooting). I also own the 35mm f2, and probably like it a little better. I owned a Viltrox 56mm for a while, and really liked it. But since I seldom shoot wide open, I sold it, and the Fujinon 50mm f2 remains my prime for that focal length.

[@Iamtongue]

What do you enjoy about the viltrox 56mm vs the Fuji 56???

[@just_eirik]

I have both the 56mm APD and the 50mm f1 and still I want this f2 lens. I want it cause its small and light and has weather sealing, which my 56 doesn't. The 50 f1 does, but that one is heavy. Sometimes I just want something tiny, you know?

[@Iamtongue]

that's what she said!

[@trezegol2007]

Great video and review, well done! I agree with your description about this lens, mostly all praises. :) It's my favorite Fuji lens, I developed a liking for this lens and also the 30mm Macro which I initially thought to have bought for doing exclusively macro shots (obviously), but the 30mm turned out to be maybe an even better street photography lens and so I often take my 50mm and 30mm , they combine perfectly, I can shoot with those 2 focal ranges most of the shots I want, and again the 50mm is overall a gem of a lens. And the pocket size of the lens is just so practical!!!

[@Iamtongue]

it's so underrated

[@trezegol2007]

@@Iamtongue Indeed, I think people see the price of it and automatically assume it's more of a budget lens (which it is if you look at the cost), but it's no budget lens at all if you look at what it is capable of, and the built quality of it! For instance, I always favor lens with WR, and the general experience tells us that Fujifilm lenses with WR are truly great under wet conditions, such as this one.

[@bigd7696]

50 f2 is the first lens I bought, sold lots, still have it. :) The hood mount is too fragile however, I have a cheap steel screw on hood ordered. And I CANNOT stand it when people call these FujiCRON. It's Fujinon, isn't it good enough to stand on it's own instead of trying to make it something it never was? These are their own legend.

[@Iamtongue]

I actually don’t like fujinon or Fujicrons lol. Both sounds lame thanks for watching 😀

[@domtomas1178]

"I personally stopped caring about how balls should look, a long time ago" Classic! 🤣

[@Iamtongue]

LMFAOOO 😂😂😂

[@kasabov5747]

Heya! Nice review, I agree I have the 23mm f2 and 50mm f2, and the 50 is absolute beast even wide open! Amazing portrait lens, awesome autofocus! I was wondering what lens were you filming with the talking segment? Very smooth and consistent autofocus! I'm getting a feeling it's LM lens, and was also wondering what Autofocus settings are you using? (I also own X-T4) I subscribed and liked, good luck with your channel!

[@Iamtongue]

Thanks so much. The camera that was filming me was a Sony 😢😂

[@stanobert3475]

The 50mm F/2 is out of stock everywhere, so I ordered a used one from KEH. I owned this lens before, and you are right, it is damn sharp!

[@Iamtongue]

It’s amazing! That micro contrast 👩‍🍳💋

[@Explorerofthesea]

Thanks for the great review. Well made! Hope you have a great day. İ have xt 30 and 16 mm f2. 8 fuji, and 2 vintage lenses. 50 mm canon fd 1.8 and helios 44-2 58mm. I like 50mm and above and this lens looks amazing! Just thinking in between 35mm f2 and 50 mm f2 can not decide.. The only thing lacking in vintage lenses af and sharpness. 35mm f2 also looks good option what do you think? I do street photography and general shooting.. Sometimes also portraits.. 35 mm f2 does not have so much subject isolation i heard? But this one has i believe.. All the best!

[@Iamtongue]

35mm is good for street you may find the 50mm f2 to be a bit tight. I personally enjoy the 50mm f2 more thanks for watching man!

[@50shadesofNV]

Solid advice If you had to choose between this and 35 f1.4 which one would you choose and which has more 3d pop ?

[@Iamtongue]

I think the 50mm f2 has more of a pop. And I think it’s due to the micro contrast

[@ThierryGibralta]

Great review! Debating to get one to complete my prime collection while waiting for the 56 mkll Nice drone shots for transition btw :p

[@Iamtongue]

Thanks man! The 56mm mkii should be dope but I don't know how long I would wait with the chip shortage going on.

[@skipg4660]

i have this for awhile now but i dont use it that much, i think i have to use this much often and practice before i use my viltrox 85mm ..

[@Iamtongue]

Should use it more it’s awesome

[@binhck]

Thanks for the great review. If I can have only one lense for my XE4, which should I pick? I’m torn between the old 35mm f1.4 and thid 50mm f2. I normally take captures of my kids during our family trip. I just one a small setup and don’t like switching the lenses. Portraits and bokeh is also my priority

[@Iamtongue]

35mm is wider. I would take at as your lens if you can choose one on this family trip. 50mm is going to be too tight to capture other things.

[@binhck]

@@Iamtongue thanks so much

[@irfanchooify]

Subscribed, liked. Yes, I have the 50mm F2. Love it !

[@Iamtongue]

hahah thank you for watching! Appreciate the support!

[@miller1520]

Such wonderful portraits you make. You convinced me to purchase this lens. I actually like it when the background isn't completely blurred out. What's the point in going to a fancy location only to blurr it out in your photos? Might as well stay in the studio. Thank you.

[@Iamtongue]

Dawes thanks man that’s a huge complement 🫣

[@dumidusumanasekara]

Could I pair this lens with XT 30ii? the camera does not have IBIS so I am kind of in a doubt right now. Thank you

[@Iamtongue]

Yes don't worry.

[@dandanu2526]

Thank you very much for this wonderful review... I found this lens for 200 euros and I will definitely buy it.

[@Iamtongue]

200 euros?! SO CHEAP!! get it

[@oxeneers]

I've been on B&H's list for it for 4 months. Hasn't been in stock anywhere.

[@Iamtongue]

that sucks... is that why no one's talking about it? xD

[@oxeneers]

@@Iamtongue Real talk it's been out of stock for quite some time. :(

[@Iamtongue]

@@oxeneers bro that chip shortage is fucking everything up!!🥲

[@oxeneers]

@@Iamtongue facts! Now get at us Fuji fanboys with some ZV1 footage!! 😂😂

[@billb8262]

Just got my 50mm f2 today. So stoked to get out using it!! Edit: Some of those portraits in the video are phenomenal!!

[@Iamtongue]

congrats man! I hope you enjoy the lens and grab some bangers! and Thanks so much for watching this video :D

[@jacobcarandang8618]

I’d love to try this lens but my 56 is giving me some magic sauce that I can’t put my finger on. I just throw on Astia or classic chrome and never really edit my photos. 50 f2 definitely looks sharper though.

[@Iamtongue]

That 56mm is beloved so I understand 🥰🥰🥰

[@SummersSnaps]

Dooode! I came here to hear your thoughts on the 50/2, not have Spiderman spoiled for me! omg! xD

[@Iamtongue]

😭😂 hahaha

[@patriotsfan696]

Awesome review 👅 I made the right decision choosing this over the 56mm f1.2.

[@Iamtongue]

Thanks for watching!

[@mannyquinn5841]

Great expose!! Say, What about video? Keep on sharing!!

[@Iamtongue]

should be good, i just don't like the way how the lens AF pulls focus. It's not a smooth rack focus it's very aburpt.

[@mannyquinn5841]

@@Iamtongue Thanks for your fast answer on this Sunday morning, bro. Thanks also for your honest review. I came here because I saw this lens for sale on the Net and I wanted to give it a check up. Your review is the most honest and very matter of fact. I'll hold your precious advice in mind if I decide to go for this lens. Greetings from Montreal!

[@ducko1988]

I have / like this glass - the new sigma 56 1.4 may replace it though

[@Iamtongue]

could be? maybe? hard to say

[@lexwilliams4035]

Brodie your portraits taken with this lens are 🔥 what's better the 56mm f1.2 or the 50mm f2?

[@Iamtongue]

Thanks lex! For convenience the 50mm f2 hands down... If you have the money to get the 56mm go for it!

[@HoanNguyen-lf3rr]

3:20 lol I instantly recognized d1 saigon

[@Iamtongue]

hahah good eye! I love VN

[@ki001]

It’s even better on an X-Pro 1, though AF is a tad slow as to be expected. Nice review…

[@Iamtongue]

Thanks for watching!

[@brrealtor9133]

If I could pick between 50F2 vs 56F1.2 for a impressive portrait. Sometimes with my little kids. Which one you choose, Tonge? And should I take 50-140 for portrait instead? Lol. Thanks for your opinion. ;)

[@Iamtongue]

Oh man haha if you can afford it by all means. But the 50mm f2 is a better value than the others! And if you have kids running around the autofocusing can help with that unlike the 56mm F1.2 it's slow it won't be able to keep up 🥰

[@brrealtor9133]

I’m never shoot with tele lens before so I am curious abt 50-140 for its portrait capability, too. Hahaa. Thks. :)

[@brrealtor9133]

Yeah. I have such good lens as 23F2, 35F2, 10-24, 18-55 but I don’t have such good bokeh effect and that make me wanna do something more. Thks for the answers. I will buy it soon. :)

[@Iamtongue]

@@brrealtor9133 it's 50-140 is good. But it may be too heavy to lug around that's the only issue I have with it.

[@brrealtor9133]

I got you. Thanks for all stuffs you are doing. Its genius. 👍👍👍

[@eksmaan]

It's the lens I've owned the longest and most used lens!

[@Iamtongue]

We gotta put some respek on this lens 🤘

[@eksmaan]

@@Iamtongue it’s super solid man! And really had excellent IQ, and close-focus! Put some extension tubes on it and BAM! Quasi-macro stuff!

[@paceyombex]

People don't talk about it is because "It's only f/2" I believe.

[@Iamtongue]

Perhaps! ahha thats what I'm thinking as well.

[@paceyombex]

@@Iamtongue f/2 is enough for most things, but We've been spoiled with fast lenses nowadays.

[@georgelutz1089]

Can we get a review of that shovel of a pinky nail? I know you aint playin guitar!

[@Iamtongue]

LOLL 😂 honestly it’s a Vietnamese culture type of thing. I’ve seen my uncles have it when I was young and I have no idea why they do it, but I just picked it up. It’s a bad look everywhere else in the world but it’s very normal in Vietnam 😅

[@georgelutz1089]

@@Iamtongue thank you for humbling me on that, seriously! Thats a cultural aesthetic choice i had never heard of! You wont be able to convince me the vietnamese dont know how to party, but at least now ill know it isnt always snowing at the function lol

[@Ponskippa]

What’s your fave xf lens to use?

[@Iamtongue]

I got lots man. It honestly depends on the time of the month. Right now I like the 35mm f1.4 and hte 90mm f2.... Whats yours?

[@Ponskippa]

@@Iamtongue I can pick just one lol. 35 F2 currently lives on my XPro. I have the 50 F2 also but don’t use it much. It has gotten me a lot of keepers though

[@Iamtongue]

@@Ponskippa 50mm f2 got me some bangers as well! Haha you should use that lens more. The bokeh and compression is nice

[@lidelong5513]

Because the better lens is the 56 1.2

[@clarkzy]

Haha ‘these guys are really good at acting’ 😂😂

[@Iamtongue]

Come for the video, stay for my incessant rambling 😂🙈

[@thomashussey7656]

50f2 is an excellent lens

[@Iamtongue]

It got me some bangers back in the day so it hold a special place in my heart😲

[@thomashussey7656]

@@Iamtongue I use it as my main portrait lens. I don’t have the 56 or 90, and its so good i don’t want those either.

[@joshuachubbphotography]

Just sold a 56mm to pick this up!

[@Iamtongue]

Have fun with it my dude. I find this lens more enjoyable than the 56mm 😀

[@warrenaveboy313]

Dope lense..

[@Iamtongue]

For sure 🤙

[@warrenaveboy313]

Are you shooting manually for your night shots?

[@Iamtongue]

@@warrenaveboy313 always man.

[@BlaxkNobility]

Spider man movie 🎥 really ain’t that for kiddies.

[@Iamtongue]

WYM ITS SO GOOD...

[@adammann4251]

Spider man no way home is awesome🥳

[@Iamtongue]

It was so good! 🥰♥️

[@wlerazan158]

I really like watching your videos but Please leave God out of it. Please dont cuss. God loves you!

[@Iamtongue]

i can't promise you anything. I love the Big G too.. bless up

[@Zelanias]

@W Lerazan I don't like cussing personally but sometimes i do. I think people should be allowed to use the language/words that comes natural to them, so people feel free to express the way the want to. 🙏 But if you want to teach others to use a more clean language, maybe you can teach your relatives or such. That is my opinion and why I write it is because I think there is enough PK (political correctness) in the world/society and soon we cannot speak at all or someone will get offended. This creator puts alot of work and effort into making these videos for us to watch. Why comment on the words he speaks? Why not just leave it be? I don't think your personal relationship to God or your connection will be influenced by what others say because it is unique to you and its between you and God and none else.