What prime lens should I actually get for my new X-T5 if I want to get serious about street photography? I finally upgraded from my old Canon rebel and I’m kinda overwhelmed by the Fuji lens lineup tbh. I spent all last night reading reviews and everyone says the XF 23mm f2 is the king of street because it’s so small and fast to focus, but then I see other guys on forums saying that the 40 megapixel sensor on the T5 is too much for that older glass and I should get the 23mm f1.4 R LM WR instead if I want it to actually look sharp.
The thing is the 1.4 version is basically double the price and looks huge... I’m going to Tokyo for two weeks in October and I really want to be discreet and not look like a pro tourist if that makes sense? I also looked at the 27mm pancake but people say it’s noisy and the autofocus isnt great for moving subjects. My budget is around 900 bucks max so I could technically afford the fancy 1.4 but I dont know if the extra weight is gonna ruin the experience of walking 15 miles a day. Does the image quality difference really matter that much on the T5 or am I just overthinking the tech specs?
You are overthinking the 40MP sensor thing. The older f2 primes still perform great on the X-T5. For Tokyo, prioritize weight and budget.
- Fujifilm XF 23mm f2 R WR is the best value. Fast autofocus and very sharp.
- Fujifilm XF 27mm f2.8 R WR is tiny but autofocus is noisier. Get the 23mm f2 and spend the saved cash on your trip.
> The thing is the 1.4 version is basically double the price and looks huge... I'm very satisfied with the Fujifilm XF 23mm f1.4 R LM WR. It works well. MTF data confirms it resolves 40MP better, plus the silent linear motor is objectively superior.
Saw this earlier but just now getting around to replying. Honestly, there is a lot of back and forth here between the pros of the 1.4 version and the convenience of the smaller f2 glass. @Reply #4 - good point! It really comes down to whether you prioritize the absolute sharpness for that 40MP sensor or just want to enjoy walking around Tokyo without a brick on your camera. I think you are overthinking the tech specs a bit. Personally, I have been really satisfied with the smaller primes and never felt like I was missing out on much. Not sure but I recall reading that the 1.4 is technically better for sharpness, but does it actually change your street photos? Probably not. If I were you, I would save the cash for the trip. You'll be happy you didn't have to lug around a massive lens all day while exploring.
Same setup here, love it
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