Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM
Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR
When comparing Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR and Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM, which one is better?
The lenses each feature different lens mounts — the Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM features a Canon RF while the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR features a Fujifilm XF — and because of this the preference varies. If you have a compatible camera, then of course that lens will be a better choice for you.
Winner: Tied — It depends on your gear
Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.
Both lenses share the same aperture of 1.2 — this means that you may buy both Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM and Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR in this regard; they''re the same.
Winner: Tied
Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.
Neither Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR or Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM are anamorphic lenses.
Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature
Regarding anamorphic: Anamorphic lenses are usually used on cinema cameras and squeezes the image when its recorded, which gives the final, stretched out, image oval bokeh and a different angle of view. The most common lenses, however, are not anamorphic but spherical, which gives a spherical bokeh and is a much cheaper lens design.
Both lenses are Prime lenses, which means that you can choose both Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM or Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR if you're looking for that type of lens.
Winner: Tied
Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.
Both lenses have autofocus, which means that they're both great at focusing targets while taking photographs or filming video. Just remember, most cameras do not offer good autofocus while filming video.
Winner: Tied — both have this feature
Regarding autofocus: Lenses with autofocus help you focus when shooting pictures or video. If a lens only has manual focus it means that you have to focus manually by adjusting the focus wheel on the lens. Most cinema lenses do not use autofocus and are manual focus only.
Both Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM and Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR feature a weather sealed design, making them both great in that aspect.
Winner: Tied — both have this feature
Regarding weather seal: A lens that is weather sealed will perform better over time if you're using the lens in harsh conditions where it's wet or dusty. It may not matter if you're merely using your lens in a studio or in your home.
Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM covers a full frame sensor while Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR does not. If you have a full frame camera then Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM is the only choice for you in this comparison.
Winner: Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM
Regarding full frame coverage: All lenses do not cover full frame sensors, but not all cameras are full frame cameras either. If a lens covers a full frame sensor it can be used on all cameras with a matching lens mount, both full frame and crop sensors, except for medium format cameras.
Full specifications table of Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM and Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR:
Canon RF 85mm F1.2L USM | Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1,2 R WR | |
Brand | Canon | Fujifilm |
Weight | Missing | 445 g |
Lens Mount | Canon RF | Fujifilm XF |
Focal Length | 85 mm | 56 mm |
Largest Aperture | 1.2 | 1.2 |
Anamorphic | No | No |
Minimum Focus Distance | Missing | 50 cm |
Type | Prime | Prime |
Filter Thread Diameter | Missing | 67 |
Aperture Blades | Missing | 11 |
Lens Groups | Missing | 8 |
Lens Elements | Missing | 13 |
Image Stabilization | Missing | No |
Autofocus | Evet | Evet |
Macro | No | Missing |
Weather Seal | Yes | Yes |
Full Frame Coverage | Yes | No |
Lens Hood Included | Yes | Missing |
Stabilization Type | Canon Image Stabilizer (IS) | Missing |