Viltrox
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
Sony E Mount
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE — 27mm f/1.2 for Sony E, a popular choice in the viltrox lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2023
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 27mm F1.2 Pro FE is 5 months newer.
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Wins
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
Wins
AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF
6 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AAF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE has lower Min focus distance (28 cm vs 50 cm)
- AAF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE has lower Length (88 mm vs 99 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareAF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
⌀76 × 88 mm
595 g (1.31 lb / 20.99 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)
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE is 11mm shorter than AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF.
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE and AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF weigh the same.
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 AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 3 ED, 3 HR
- ✓
Min focus distance
28 cm vs 50 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Length
88 mm vs 99 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 ED, 2 HR
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/1.2
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/1.2
Max magnification
Both 0.1 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weight
Both 595 g
Diameter
Both 76 mm
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
AF 27mm F1.2 Pro FE
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Native Sony E mount compatibility
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?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.