Fujifilm
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II — 56mm f/1.2 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
Viltrox
AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF
Fujifilm X Mount
AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF — 56mm f/1.2 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$729
Launch priceReleased May 2023
AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF is 8 months newer.
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Wins
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
Wins
AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 50 cm)
- AXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has higher Max magnification (0.15 × vs 0.1 ×)
- AXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has lower Weight (445 g vs 595 g)
- BAF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF has lower Length (99 mm vs 112 mm)
- AXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has lower Diameter (70 mm vs 76 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
⌀70 × 112 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF
⌀76 × 99 mm
595 g (1.31 lb / 20.99 oz)
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II is 13mm longer and 6mm narrower than AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF.
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II is 150 g lighter than AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical, ED
- ✓
Control ring
Only XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II supports it
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 50 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
445 g vs 595 g — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 76 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.15 × vs 0.1 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Aspherical, 2 ED, 2 HR
- ✓
Length
99 mm vs 112 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.2
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.2
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Native Fujifilm X mount compatibility
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II and AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.