NOTE: This lens is f/1.4 and not f/1.2. You are directly witnessing one of a few mistakes that were made when doing too many things at once (multitasking). Then, they get published to the world, and YT doesn't allow us to edit our videos. Kids, do ONE thing at a time always (except maybe chew gum and walk, as that seems fairly safe), especially when you get to be my age creating multiple videos each week. So, to clarify, this prime lens has an aperture range from f/1.4 to f/16. And also to clarify, I'm going back to single task/single focus workflow from now on!!! 😳
@themikelee
2 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure you also swapped the labels in your minimum focus distance comparison. The 16mm images should appear closer, not farther, due to the shorter working distance?
@VintageInsightPhotography
2 жыл бұрын
@@themikelee Yep. I caught that too. 🙃 I can really empathize with Chris here. It's SO easy for these little errors to slip by.
@RallyOFever
2 жыл бұрын
“Show me a person who doesn’t make mistakes and i’ll show you a person who doesn’t do anything.” !!! ;-) It is happening to each of us...that's the limitation of just being a human! ! ;-) Your videos are always excellent
@fed02
2 жыл бұрын
Someone is impersonating you. kzitem.info/rock/P1Xp3vbhZ_VGsXPLRqljIAabout
@HVRIS
2 жыл бұрын
I mean I wouldn’t mind if it was f1.2 🤣
@iliseimihai
2 жыл бұрын
Yes! I really love the 16mm...but F2.8! Smaller size, smaller price, wider 16mm than the 1.4 16mm. I don't know why, but my 2.8 has a wider field of view than the one of 1.4. Weird!!! Anyway, if you don't want to spend to much on the F1.4 16mm the 2.8 16mm is a great option!!! BTW...love your channel! P? This is my first comment on your channel!
@joerichard171
2 жыл бұрын
I own and love this lens. It’s my go to street photography lens, specially if I know there will be crowds. Set the lens to F8, hyperfocal distance is just over 5ft, just walk and shoot
@jackblackwhole
2 жыл бұрын
Fuji 35 f1.4, their first release is the magic lens I go to time and time again. The 50mm equiv focal length and what ever voodoo magic sauce they put in this old lens is pure joy to use.
@mauistevebear
2 жыл бұрын
I use mine 90% of the time. The close focus is my favorite! It is worth every penny I spent on it!
@Chengreaction
2 жыл бұрын
16mm/1.4 is the most expensive XF lens I bought but it's also the most used and loved one.
@mrxnazax
2 ай бұрын
I love your channel. I learn a lot from you on every single chapter. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and greetings from Barcelona !!!!!
@bmeclipse
2 жыл бұрын
Mine stays glued to my camera as well. A beautiful lens.
@pakorn7000
2 жыл бұрын
I really love the feel of the 16mm f/1.4. It recalls the feeling of using manual focus lens on film camera decades back.
@GAnDhYoNe
2 жыл бұрын
@pal2tech Great video, i have the 16mm and it is one of my favorites. Just one note, the 16mm is 1.4 not 1.2 as you say and wright in the description. And i think at 3:30 the text should be reversed or am I wrong?
@mjmdiver1137
2 жыл бұрын
Or reverse the image, but of course, don't reverse both!
@michelbehr
2 жыл бұрын
Always entertaining, always informative - heck, even the advertising is made with a twist a humor! One of my favorite channels - even though I’m still struggling to learn photography as an early beginner (with my standard stock 15-45mm lens).
@izobrr
2 жыл бұрын
XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR For outdoor It is crazy fast focusing to catch moving children. For indoor it is bright and enough wide angle to not to press against walls. And also has so small minimum focusing distance.
@ppbarman1
11 ай бұрын
Its always a pleasure listening to your honest reviews. Thank you for making it addictive
@pataner0isma
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 4 the recommendation! I’ve got the 14mm f2.8 for landscapes and I love it too. There’s a question I have lately… When, When!! are they (Fujifilm) going to launch a fast and really focused lens on Astrophoto? A 12mm f2 would be fair enough!! Good job! Let’s keep 💪
@cksamanta
2 жыл бұрын
We can see 1.4, we can check in fuji site that it is 1.4 and you started your review saying 16 to 1.4. You have said 1.2 only once. I don't know are are sticking onto that point when there are many reference in your video about 1.4. You are my all time favorite fuji reviewer. All the best Pal bhai (bhai/v-a-i means brother in India).
@MikeAdams7309
2 жыл бұрын
By far one of my favourite lenses.
@thegeneral123
2 жыл бұрын
On Fuji X, my 16mm F1.4 is my favourite prime. It's the night vision lens when the light fades. My 16-55 is my favorite zoom on Fuji. It's my "covers 95% of tasks".
@thegeneral123
2 жыл бұрын
Get to feck scammer cont.
@dr4sail852
2 жыл бұрын
Very informative. I cant go the $1000 dollars in my budget but I did get the 16mm fuji 2.8 and have found its rendering very good. I just want to say part one on flesh was great and so helpful . Awaiting next episode of Flash!
@chrisjames1924
2 жыл бұрын
I got an unused copy for 450 on eBay. I also got a brand new copy of the 56 f1.2 for less than a 1/3 of the retail price from Amazon Warehouse. It just had a scruffy box, that’s all. There are plenty of bargains to be had if you shop around.
@Branditsch
Жыл бұрын
I have two lenses from Fuji. 18-55mm and my loved 16 mm❤. By my 16 mm I always smile if i work with this lense.
@ewoutgsa
2 жыл бұрын
I do not own a lot of primes, so my go to lens at the moment is the Fujinon 16-80mm f/4. Owning the Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 I do not think I can justify buying the 16mm 1.2 also.
@go64bit
2 жыл бұрын
16mm 1.4
@Martin-nu6ym
2 жыл бұрын
Back when I photographed dance floor events, the 16 was my main lens due to the MFD since I could bump elbows with the dancers and get some great shots. My main lens on my X-T4 is the 80 and on my 830nm infrared converted X-T3 my favorite Fujifilm prime to use is the 14.
@janrrob
8 ай бұрын
Did you have the images reversed when comparing min focus distance between the lenses? Awesome review nonetheless 😍😍👌👌
@dskstoyan
2 жыл бұрын
same for me, tried and had for about 10 and more lens, 16/1.4 is a gem!
@driftfits
Жыл бұрын
While I know this video is getting a little older, I wanted to thank you. I just ordered one to pair with my X-H1 with the expectation of doing some product photography in addition to car interiors at the drift track. The WR is a HUGE factor for me as drifting kicks up a lot of dust and tire smoke while I also stay on track when it is raining (I know never optimal, but I like knowing it will live). I sold off my 100-400mm so that I would force myself to experiment with more lenses as I was getting into a rut at the track of having the same photos all of the time, each event. Now I'm down to the Fuji 35mm f2, Ttartisan 50mm f1.2, Rokinon 12mm (which is honestly my least favorite fixed focal lens I have ever owned), and as of 15 minute ago, the 16mm f1.4
@raphaeldekadt3427
Жыл бұрын
It's an absolutely amazing lens! I take it with me wherever I go! Sharp as they come - and as flawless as they come!
@forestchaput
2 жыл бұрын
Great video Chris! The Fujifilm 16mm is also our go-to lens for b-roll. The lightweight makes it easy to balance on a gimbal as well.
@james9865
2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos Chris, but in this one, it sounds like you're helping Fujifilm fend off the challenge of the Viltrox 13mm 1.4
@pal2tech
2 жыл бұрын
Check out my review of the Viltrox 13 mm. I glow over it!!!
@james9865
2 жыл бұрын
@@pal2tech Ok, fair enough. 😊
@philroberts166
2 жыл бұрын
I just got the Sigma 16mm f1.4. DP reviews rates it as good, if not better, than the Fujifilm for about 1/3 the price.
@dipo2000
2 жыл бұрын
The one lens for me is the 35mm f1.4, I really love it! What about the viltrox 13mm? I hope you make a full review of it
@thoskaX
2 жыл бұрын
I almost always use the 16 1,4. The background blur is so lovely at 1,4
@ahkautz
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely my fav, although the 56mm 1.2 is a very close second. Great video.
@briankavo
2 жыл бұрын
16-55 (2.8) practically glued onto my XT4. I use the 18-55 on my XT30 as it offers image stabilisation.
@remektekmedia6641
2 жыл бұрын
My 3 lens trip bag comprises the 16mm f1.4, 35mm f1.4 and the 80mm Macro. I love them all!
@wilfs1196
2 жыл бұрын
Chris, you are the only one that can slow yourself down………… Great lens video !
@macobean
2 жыл бұрын
i went with the f2.8 version for the portability and price. whats your opinion on that version?
@jamesr.9239
Жыл бұрын
Th Fuji lens hood for this lens goes for a lot of dinero but the JJC version is made of metal and is top quality and well worth it.
@Honkus
2 жыл бұрын
I love(ed) this lens!!!! …until the new 18mm f1.4 tempted me and stole my heart. ❤️ The 16 still holds a special place in my heart, it just doesn’t get the love these days. The nearer 18mm is my one lens.
@adrianolosso3769
2 жыл бұрын
Love this lens, I use it for wildlife/macro photography in combination with a flash. Amazing video giving it all the justice it needs! I have the same issue with the manual/auto focus 😂
@luxdalet
2 жыл бұрын
That is my current favorite lens. So versatile, and the clutch is great, I wish the new lenses kept it. But I know it's not a popular opinion. Awesome video!
@rogerhampton2844
6 ай бұрын
Just ordered a secondhand version for $600. 16mm is my go to focal length.
@Natzcape
2 жыл бұрын
Good point...had the 16 1.4...didnt work for me....then I tried the 23 1.4 and I love it....even upgraded to the LM Version....a whole new World...Now I have for events the 23 1.4 and the 56 1.2 and this is all I need. Thanks for the Point of this Video....always to remember when watching reviews.
@laurapeter3857
2 жыл бұрын
I loved the 16mm f1.4 and totally understand the hype but I sold mine because the focal length was not my cup of tea. My joy is the lightweight and very versatile 18mm f2.
@WhosPhotoTube
2 жыл бұрын
@ 3:01 "almost bonking your subject" haha the British English 'Bonking' has a very personal and intimate meaning. It is a great lens. I like the square LH-X16 (£55 over here) lens hood, mine came with the petal-type hood.
@LCM94120
Жыл бұрын
Hello, been following your channel for a while now and love it. Just wondering if a video regarding the lenses that Fuji seems not to recommend for their new Xtrans V is in your "to do"? I used to have this lens with an XT20 but since now I am getting the XT5, I wonder if it will resolve the 40M pixels sensor or not?
@IanInChengdu
2 жыл бұрын
I wish I had bought this lens from day one. I bought a 2nd hand one this year and it’s beautiful.
@bardofhighrenown
2 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased the Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 and it has been permanently attached ever since.
@barclayjb
2 жыл бұрын
For me it is the 23mm f1.4. I feel somehow it is giving me something special.
@svetlanagrobman3476
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris! I wonder is you're going to review a new Tamron lens. I'm talking about 17-70mm f2.8. Would you? Thanks.
@marcusineson
2 жыл бұрын
My favorite Fuji lens bar none I couldn’t agree more with your conclusions
@Bobopedic
2 жыл бұрын
My go to is the 23mm f2
@LeslieBigos
2 жыл бұрын
I own this lens and learned some new things. Thanks!
@jorgemoro5476
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve owned the 16 1.4 since summer of 2017. It is THE BEST lens in the Fuji line up. Period. Bar none. And a pseudo macro no less.
@fed02
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, how are you doing? Will you be reviewing the 17-70 Tamron lens? I know there are other reviews... But I would love to hear your opinion on this lens.
@mr_jarble
2 жыл бұрын
Ahh the lens I lust after.... the almighty 16mm
@Metex274
2 жыл бұрын
I think you got somewhat confused at 3:30 : I imagine you are talking about centimeters and not millimeters of minimum focus distance (not big deal, it's clear given the context) but are the images reversed? Even if the 16mm is wider I would guess that it took the images with greater magnification(?)
@wilhelmw3455
2 жыл бұрын
I noticed that as too.
@steadisteve
2 жыл бұрын
I think he mislabeled them - should be opposite I believe
@simonefaluschi3940
2 жыл бұрын
The my same impression, considering also the context
@pal2tech
2 жыл бұрын
You are directly witnessing one of a few mistakes that were made when doing too many things at once (multitasking). Then, they get published to the world, and YT doesn't allow us to edit our videos. So, to clarify, I'm going back to single task/single focus workflow from now on!!! 😳
@steadisteve
2 жыл бұрын
@@pal2tech -all good Chris - good supporting network that follows you!
@jaapkamstra9343
2 ай бұрын
Still one of my favorite lenses of all time :)
@Timoleon87
Жыл бұрын
Shot a breakdance event today, 16 1.4 on my X-E4, 35 1.4 on my X-H1 ❤
@hannahyun0
Жыл бұрын
I love this lens and travel with me around the world!
@ashtonanderson
2 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to decide 16/1.4 vs. 18/1.4 right now, any thoughts? I do love the minimum focus distance on the 16 but the 18 isn't far behind. My main use cases would be landscape, street, and night/indoor shooting. Thanks!
@joeyu6664
2 жыл бұрын
I would definitely go for the wider lens for landscape shooting.
@ashtonanderson
2 жыл бұрын
@@joeyu6664 thanksk for the reply! I should've mentioned that I already have a 12mm Touit and Fufi 23 f2, and for landscape I'm looking to fill the gap between the two.
@laurapeter3857
2 жыл бұрын
I recommend the 18mm f1.4. Maybe rent both lenses just to be sure.
@Exercises10
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the details on why to use this lens, Chris! I have the 16mm lens but never use it. My primary lens is the 80mm macro because I enjoy still life, macros, and minimalism. I do have a Leica Q2 with a 28mm lens which is close to the 16mm (Leica is full-frame). I struggle with the Leica, though. I am so spoiled with the Fuji xt4 with its articulating LCD screen; Leica doesn't have many added features, and the screen doesn't tilt. Maybe I will trade in for another Fuji. Where would you go from an XT4?
@n3w_typ394
2 жыл бұрын
16 and 80 is one of the best lenses I owned. 16 for wide and super nice MFD and 80 for the 3D feel.
@grayzbeardz
2 жыл бұрын
I have the 80 and the 16mm. Great lenses. I use the 16 more because I shoot landscapes with prominent foreground and do a bit less macro. I'm considering whether to get the 16-55 mm vs another prime at like 23mm to round out my collection. Regarding cameras, I have my eye on the xh2 coming later this year for the 40mp sensor.
@alanc6416
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing Lens. But you gotta put subjects near the center though. I learned it the hard way
@SlavaVeres
2 жыл бұрын
3:05 Those are bees 😁 I wish I could justify buying this lens! I have a similar type lens on my Sony APS-C camera - it’s Sigma 16mm/f1.4 - it’s sharp, it’s awesome and similar MINIMUM focusing distance like on Fujinon.
@TimvanderLeeuw
2 жыл бұрын
What is my go-to, most used lens? I don't really know. Right now the Laowa 65mm macro hardly leaves my X-H1 and the Fuji 150-600mm hardly leaves my X-T3. While out hiking recently, the best pair of lenses to carry around, for me, where 10-24mm and 70-300mm if I could only bring 2 lenses. Different circumstances require different lenses...
@skinnybreakfast
Жыл бұрын
im sure you've said this 1000x, but what lens did you use to shoot this video and the others please? Thanks Pal2Tech. Take it easy my friend.
@andrewklafter5983
Жыл бұрын
I love your videos. I also love this lens. I am wondering if you can comment on why the XF 16mm/f1.4 is not listed as one of the lenses recommended for use with the new 40.2MP senser (in the XH2 and the X-T5). Have you tested it at all? Does it make sense to you that this gorgeous lens does not have the adequate resolving power for the new hi-res sensor?
@bennielaars
9 ай бұрын
I love your enthusiasm. I would like to have a fast 16mm but Christopher Frost found the performance of this lens to be very poor, especially for its price.
@gimbalair
5 ай бұрын
Is there a new version of this lens now, or something similar for video? Heard the AF is slow on this
@amarolatoja2272
2 жыл бұрын
Hey guy's I usually never comment on KZitem but I figured might as well, first off I really love this channel its been helping me tons in my photography, and second I would like to know what would you guys choose, I'm on a budget and I can only get 1 of the following cameras XE4 or XT 30MKII any recommendations guys?
@swissheartydogs
2 жыл бұрын
My Fuji 16mm (24eq) f1.4 is perfect for low light events, such as family lunches (Xmas,…). Image quality is amazing and so fun when used in full manual. For street photography, i barely use it (when amazing sunrises and golden hour), and prefer less wide primes: Fuji 33mm(50eq) f1.4 or the pancake 27mm (40eq) f2.8. Fuji 10-24mm WR f4 is more versatile, especially when travelling abroad (along with the 16-55mm & 50-140mm & a fast prime).
@jmpelton
2 жыл бұрын
I have it - I use it - but I have an f1.4 WR. Is this a different iteration? f1.2? Or are you thinking of the 56mm f1.2?
@JIMMYSBN
2 жыл бұрын
Easy...cuz it's f***in' awesome!! Best lens for fuji x mount...period
@JonathanBradysouth-africa
2 жыл бұрын
NOW...I'm still waiting for your review of the Viltrox 13mm 1.4....I've seen every other video under the sun except yours Chris.
@TroupeGoal
8 ай бұрын
surely a wide-ish angle lens isn't going to be used for macro very often so why is the minimum focus distance so useful?
@rensaudade
2 жыл бұрын
I want to try this lens. I mainly use 18-55 for wide shots
@merlebecker8417
2 жыл бұрын
Yes absolutely agree with you one this beauty!!
@simonefaluschi3940
2 жыл бұрын
I did not use so much due to its size attached to my x-t30 and x-e4. Now that I sold the x-t30 for the x-t3 I am using it much more, even not being a videomaker but using it only for stills.
@randyk1919
2 жыл бұрын
I’m cheating with this answer as I have two go-to lenses, currently: Viltrox 13mm 1.4 and the widely overlooked (and underrated)Fuji XC 50-230.
@stewartphillps8643
2 жыл бұрын
Hi great video I love the 90mm
@ivytarablair
2 жыл бұрын
I almost never take the 16 off my camera; like the 35 1.4, it simply CANNOT TAKE a bad photograph 😍😍😍 BUT OMG I NEED THAT LENS HOOD 😲
@readrepairs
2 жыл бұрын
Great vid. Really useful.
@krawkovski
Жыл бұрын
I'm sold.. gotta buy one
@BenjaminTétreault
Жыл бұрын
Would be very interesting to know what you think of the 18mm f1.4 lens and if you would choose it over the 16mm that you love so much!
@ddolde
Жыл бұрын
Is this before you got the Viltrox 13mm ?
@k1ngm0ves93
Жыл бұрын
Sir, I’d like your recommendations. I do a lot of Instagram reels with group pictures. Landscape makes it hard so I take portrait orientation but it limits the width. Will this lens do the job?
@danielwiener2861
2 жыл бұрын
Just curious, what camera/lens do you use to film these hilarious and informative videos? If you’ve mentioned this elsewhere, I apologize for asking!
@Hugmir
2 жыл бұрын
Is there sich a noticeable difference between the stock 18mm and this 16?
@MrPraximus
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, i was looking for a wide lens and can't decide between this fuji lens and the 13 mm viltrox 1.4 lens, although i already have the 18-55 and 35 f2 fuji, which one should i get?
@cresk
2 жыл бұрын
I think the Viltrox 13mm f/1.2 is my 2nd best lens to date. I’d still love to get the Fujinon 16mm f/1.4 some day! Ironically and unfortunately it’s about the only Fujinon lens I don’t own…
@Snapit551
2 жыл бұрын
This is the most reviewed Fuji lens ever!! I sold mine for the new 18mm 1.4 and have no regrets as the new 18mm is a more versatile focal length for photography
@go64bit
2 жыл бұрын
I second that. 👍
@jooyoonchung3593
2 жыл бұрын
I third that!
@SteveKleinheider
2 жыл бұрын
The new 18mm is a more versatile focal length for "YOU", not everyone else.
@วัชรจาตุประยูร
2 жыл бұрын
i bought 16mmf1.2 is my sec lens the first one was the kit lens 18-55 mmf2.8-4 but i give ithe to my daughter and get me 16-55mm f2.8 as for my 16mm f1.2 is very strong len > i drop it once about waist high on to a concrete road and had it check by buy the fuji people at the lab they say there is nothing wrong >> but the hood (same as yours) had a a scratch but i am still very happy with it
@dwightajela1639
2 жыл бұрын
Thoughts for viltrox 75mm 1.2?
@ericmoore9444
2 жыл бұрын
Would this lens be good for a short film? I have the kit lens that’s about it.
@JohnSchairer
2 жыл бұрын
Which lens do you recommend for shooting wasp nests?
@JoseHerrerawl
2 жыл бұрын
I bought this lens used not too long ago and honestly have not used it as much as I thought I would. I want to shoot more video and I’m thinking of upgrading to the 18mm 1.4.
@bear_on_a_bike
2 жыл бұрын
So why 18mm is better for your videos than 16mm?
@JoseHerrerawl
2 жыл бұрын
@@bear_on_a_bike quieter autofocus since it has a LM.
@DavidTheChong
2 жыл бұрын
You almost got me there with the cement. that will hold the aperture at f/1.4 XD
@jitu613
2 жыл бұрын
that’s great ! but i can’t afford so moving on sigma F1.4 16mm prime ..
@_alliswell
2 жыл бұрын
Can you please make comparison with viltrox 13mm 1.4?
@stevew7779
2 жыл бұрын
Your 'wasps' were bees, too :) Great video, though.
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