Jumping in here because I went through the same headache when I got my X-H2S. That original 56mm is legendary for the rendering, but the AF motor just cant keep up with the newer tech anymore. It feels like putting old tires on a supercar, just doesnt make sense for professional work where you need speed. If you are looking at the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR, it is a massive upgrade in terms of sharpness and it finally has weather sealing which is great for Chicago weddings. However, it still uses a DC motor. While its definitely better than the old one, it isnt nearly as fast as Fujis LM (Linear Motor) lenses. The Fujifilm Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR is an absolute low-light monster, but honestly, its huge and heavy for an all-day event. It hits focus well, but the paper-thin depth of field at f1.0 can be pretty risky when people are moving around during a ceremony. Tbh if you want something that actually takes advantage of the X-H2S speed, you should check out the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR. Those quad linear motors are basically instant and it never hunts, even in dim receptions. If that is too long for the venue, the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR is another one that just nails eye-af every single time. The 56mm WR is probably your best bet for the classic portrait look tho, just dont expect it to be a total speed demon compared to the LM options.

Just catching up on this thread. Tbh if you're doing a wedding in Chicago, you cannot risk missing focus during the vows. I had a nightmare once where my older glass just wouldnt lock on, so I totally get the anxiety! For pure reliability and speed on the X-H2S, you really want a lens that can handle the 40fps burst and high readout speed of that stacked sensor. These are my go-to for fail-safe shooting:

• Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR
• The AF is insanely fast, like basically instant due to the quad linear motors.
• Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR
• Essential for when you cant move around much, plus the OIS is amazing. Quick tip: Set your AF-C to Zone and keep the box over the upper body. It helps the eye-AF stay prioritized even if people walk past the frame. Love the X-H2S but it definitely needs modern glass to shine!

I saw this thread pop up and honestly, if you have a wedding next month, dont gamble on new gear unless you have time to stress test it. My advice is to skip the f/1.0 lenses if you need absolute reliability; they can be tricky to nail focus with when things get chaotic. You might want to consider renting first to be safe.

• Fujifilm Fujinon XF 50mm f/2 R WR is tiny and the focus is snappy as heck
• Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary for Fuji is surprisingly solid for the price and lighter than the Fuji glass Make sure to check the AF firmware settings on your X-H2S too. I use a LensAlign tool to double check my calibration before big gigs. If you want to dive deep into focus stats, check out the reviews on LensTip; they have some of the most technical breakdowns of hunting issues. Good luck with the Chicago wedding, just be careful with the gear swap so close to the date.

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Noted!

Quick reply while I have a sec! Honestly, I went through this exact same nightmare last season and it was so frustrating! I was worried about my old gear hunting during the walk down the aisle, so I took a gamble on a much cheaper third-party lens instead of the expensive pro ones.

• The focus speed was absolutely amazing compared to my old setup!
• I didnt miss a single shot during the portraits, even with the couple moving around... ngl I was shocked.
• I learned that you dont always need to spend the most to get the best performance on these newer bodies.
• Basically, that newer motor technology in the budget glass is a total game changer for reliability!

Saving this whole thread. So much good info here you guys are awesome.