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Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR vs Lensbaby Velvet 56

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Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR

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Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR vs Lensbaby Velvet 56 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR and Lensbaby Velvet 56, two Standard Prime lenses from Fujifilm and Lensbaby.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR Key Specs

  • 50mm Focal Range
  • F2.0 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Filter Thread: 46mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • Weight: 200g.
  • Diameter: 60mm
  • Length: 59mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.39m
  • Max Magnification:0.15x

Lensbaby Velvet 56 Key Specs

  • 56mm Focal Range
  • F1.6 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • Weight: 400g.
  • Diameter: 72mm
  • Length: 86mm
  • Min Focus Distance:5m

What type of photography are the Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR and Lensbaby Velvet 56 lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR and the Lensbaby Velvet 56 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR Lensbaby Velvet 56
Bird/WildlifeFairFair
SportsFairAverage
PortraitVery GoodExcellent
TravelAverageGood
StreetAverageVery Good
WeddingVery GoodExcellent
Walk AroundAverageGood
VloggingFairGood
LandscapeAverageGood

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Lensbaby Velvet 56 is the longer of the two lenses at 86mm. The Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR with a length of 59mm is 27mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Lensbaby Velvet 56 also has a larger diameter of 72mm compared to Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR's 60mm diameter.

Below you can find the scaled side by side image of Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR and Lensbaby Velvet 56 to get a better idea of how their size compare in real life.

Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR vs Lensbaby Velvet 56 Lens Size Comparison
Comparison image of Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR and Lensbaby Velvet 56 Size and Weight

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR weighs 200g, which means it is 200g (50%) lighter than the Lensbaby Velvet 56 which has a weight of 400g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Standard Prime Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for size comparison purposes.

Standard Prime Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Lens Fujifilm 35mm F1.4 R
55mm
65mm 187g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 56mm F1.4 C
60mm
67mm 280g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 30mm F1.4 C
73mm
65mm 265g Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR
59mm
60mm 170g Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 33mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 33mm F1.4 R LM WR
74mm
67mm 360g Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Lens Fujifilm XC 35mm F2
47mm
58mm 130g Amazon B&H Photo
7artisans 35mm F1.2 Lens 7artisans 35mm F1.2
36mm
mm 150g Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R Lens Fujifilm 56mm F1.2 R
70mm
73mm 405g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR and Lensbaby Velvet 56 has the same Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-T5, Fujifilm X-H2 and Fujifilm X-H2S.

Lensbaby Velvet 56 is also available in Canon EF , Micro Four Thirds, Nikon F (FX), Pentax KAF3, Samsung NX, Sony Alpha and Sony E mounts.

Focal Range

Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 75mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera. Lensbaby Velvet 56 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 56mm.

Reasons to choose Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR over Lensbaby Velvet 56

Focal Length - Wide 50mm vs 56mm 6mm Wider coverage
Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Autofocus Yes vs No Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Focus Type Internal Focusing vs Extending front Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Weight 200g vs 400g 200g lighter
Diameter 60mm vs 72mm 12mm smaller in diameter
Length 59mm vs 86mm 27mm shorter
Filter Thread 46mm vs 62mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.39m vs 5m can focus closer to the subject
Max Magnification 0.15x vs x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Reasons to choose Lensbaby Velvet 56 over Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR

Focal Length - Tele 56mm vs 50mm 6mm more Tele coverage
Max Aperture - Wide 1.6 vs 2 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 1.6 vs 2 Wider aperture at tele end
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing
Max Sensor Coverage 35mm FF vs APS-C / DX covers larger sensors

Common Strengths of Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR and Lensbaby Velvet 56
Autofocus Yes vs Yes Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Aperture Ring Yes vs Yes able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Common Weaknesses of Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR and Lensbaby Velvet 56
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



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Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR vs Lensbaby Velvet 56 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Fujifilm Lensbaby
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Standard Prime Standard Prime
Lens Mount Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Max Format APS-C / DX 35mm FF
Focal Range 50mm 56mm
Image Stabilization No No
Colour Black, silver Black
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.0 F1.6
Min Aperture F16
Aperture Ring Yes Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9 unknown
Optics
Optical Elements 9 unknown
Optical Groups 7 unknown
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.39m 5m
Max Magnification 0.15X unknown
Autofocus Yes No
AF Motor Type Stepper motor No AF
Full Time Manual Yes
Focus Method Internal Extending front
Distance Scale No Yes
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale No Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 200g 400g
Diameter 60mm 72mm
Length 59mm 86mm
Materials Metal Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes No
Filter Thread 46mm 62mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes No
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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