Shinjuku Station
Few shots from Shinjuku Station with my 90mm lens.
The Fujinon XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR is a prime lens that has won over portrait and event photographers for its superb sharpness, creamy bokeh, and impressive low-light capabilities. This review delves into why this lens is a top choice for Fuji X-series users looking to capture stunning, lifelike images with beautiful background separation.
With a 90mm focal length (equivalent to 135mm on full-frame), this lens is ideal for portraits, offering flattering compression and reach that help subjects stand out with incredible clarity. The fast f/2 aperture allows for gorgeous background blur and smooth, rounded bokeh, making subjects pop naturally in both studio and outdoor settings. Built to Fujifilm’s high standards, the lens is weather-sealed and durable, so it can handle a range of environments without worry.
Optically, the XF 90mm f/2 is exceptional, featuring three ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements that control chromatic aberrations and ensure color fidelity and sharpness from center to corner. Even wide open, this lens delivers crisp details and vibrant colors, allowing photographers to capture every nuance of their subject.
This lens also features Fujifilm’s Quad Linear Motor, providing fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus. This quick focusing makes it a solid choice not only for portraits but also for street and event photography, where silent and responsive autofocus is a must. Weighing in at a manageable 540g, the XF 90mm f/2 is easy to carry for extended shoots and balances well on Fuji X-series bodies.
While the lens lacks image stabilization, its bright f/2 aperture and sharp optics make it a powerful tool for low-light and indoor shooting, giving photographers confidence to capture clear, beautiful images in various lighting conditions.
If you’re searching for a high-quality telephoto prime with standout sharpness and bokeh, the Fujinon XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR is an excellent choice for Fuji users who want professional-grade portraits and detail-rich close-ups.
Explore how well this lens performs with high-quality, real-world samples, so you can decide for yourself with my carefully crafted shots!
Few shots from Shinjuku Station with my 90mm lens.
Wandering in Shinjuku before going back to work…
Not that good though – but as expected, to be honest.
New terrace at Takashimaya, looking over Shinjuku Gyoen.
I returned the first Fuji XF 90mm lens I ordered because it had dust inside right out of the box. The replacement was clean but look what has happened after 3 months: specks of dust all over – I counted around 20. I am aware this does not affect image quality but for a weather…
What a baseball game in Japan would be without them? Tough job to go up and down the stairs with a keg on their back.
Trying the 8fps mode of the X-T2… twice as slow at the highest possible: 15fps. What would I do with so many shots? :)
Tokyo Daijingu: one of my favourite shooting spot with the 135mm/f2 so had to take the XF 90mm/f2 for a try – not to bad I would say.
Iron Dragon at the Tokyo Daijingu near Iidabashi. The more I learn to use the X-T2, the happier I am with the switch from Canon. The 90mm f/2 is every bit as good as the magic prime 135mm f/2.
Walking back from school on their own in Iidabshi.