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Wide-Angle Prime
Ideal for travel photographers with an interest in architecture, landscapes and cityscapes, the wide-angle prime is capable of delivering some truly dramatic perspectives. With an optical construction refined for one specific focal length, a dedicated wide-angle prime tends to trump the wide end of a standard zoom when it comes to distortion and edge-to-edge sharpness. That’s not to mention the potential a fixed-focal-length lens has for a lighter or wider-aperture design. If you constantly find yourself wanting to zoom out or back up when framing a photo, this is one lens you should prioritise packing.
Try this: FUJINON XF18mmF1.4 R LM WR
The FUJINON XF18mmF1.4 R LM WR is another full- featured prime that balances impressive portability with exceptional optical performance. Weighing only 370g, it offers a versatile 27mm full-frame equivalent perspective that adapts effortlessly to environmental portraits, cityscapes, landscapes and architecture, providing a natural sense of space without feeling too exaggerated. The bright F1.4 maximum aperture excels in low light and creates beautifully smooth bokeh, which is helped by its nine rounded aperture blades. Autofocus performance is equally impressive – driven by a linear motor, focus can be achieved in as little as 0.04 sec, while a close focusing distance of just 20cm encourages expressive framing. Optically, the lens delivers outstanding sharpness from corner to corner, with minimal edge distortion thanks to a sophisticated design. Eight weather-resistant seals help guarantee dependable performance down to -10°C temperatures, as well as in dusty and damp conditions.
FUJINON XF16-80 mm F4 R OIS WR
32 FUJIFILM Focus Magazine
May/June 2026
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