Hey everyone — I just picked up a Fujifilm X-T5 and I’m looking to add a dedicated macro lens, but I’m a bit stuck on which direction to go. My main use would be close-up shots of small subjects (flowers, coins, watch parts, and the occasional bug), so I’d really like true 1:1 magnification if possible. I also shoot handheld a lot, so I’m wondering how important OIS is on the Fuji system, especially with the X-T5’s high-res sensor where tiny shakes seem more obvious.

I’ve been looking at the Fujifilm XF 80mm f/2.8 Macro, the XF 60mm f/2.4, and even adapting something like a Laowa macro, but I’m unsure about the real-world tradeoffs (AF speed, sharpness at 1:1, working distance, and how heavy the 80mm feels on the X-T5). Budget is flexible, but I’d rather not overspend if the difference is minor.

For X-T5 owners specifically: what’s the best macro lens setup you’d recommend for sharp, practical close-up shooting, and why?