Let me know if you have used this lens. What did you think?

Just a heads up, it Weighs 560g not 440g. Stunning images captured with it, I think the Viltrox 75mm is better and there not many FF lens that can even match its output.

I love it, especially at 1.2. It’s my wedding combo with the Viltrox 75mm 1.2.

Lovely photographs as always Kevin and nice review. I think I will stay with my Fujifilm 23mm f1.4, second version. I personally love the 35mm FF equivalent.

I was curious about your perspective on this lens as you do a great job of explaining lenses *in use*. A question though: since you're keeping it in the bag, for what kind of situations do you think you'll be pulling it out? Low light situations like late dances? Either way, thanks for making and sharing the video.

Finally a new video! 🔥 good to see you again

Thanks fot the heads up about this video! With you on the 18+56. I quite like 23mm, but prefered it on the x100v as you can get closer without being in the face of the subjects. I also find you have to put in the work with the xf 23 1.4 LM to hit the sweet spot of sharp subject yet still smooth bokeh and pleasant rendering, too far out and it gets harsher. It's a narrow window of fabulousness. I find the 27 1.2 is more forgiving, since you still get rhe shallow depth of field when further out. Softer at the minimum focus distance wide open, some flare, swirly bokeh with eliptcal catchlights. Things to be aware of and to avoid or embrace depending on your pov. I like that it's less than perfect. Although a firmware bump for the AF wouldn't hurt. My head says sell the 23, I prefer the IQ of the 18 anyway and a 1.4x crop on the x-t5 makes it somewhat redundent, not a go to anymore like it used to be. I'm more unsure what to do with the 33! But I think I want that compact, fast option that can also do a job for video. A grab and go when I don't know what I'll be shooting, whereas with the 27 I have a plan for some portraits. We are really spoiled for choice for fast primes... just need some more small lenses!

Absolutely fantastic review as always Kev. I've been on the fence about this lens, I've currently got the 23mm 1.4 and the 56mm 1.4 Viltrox lenses as my work kit and been getting some great results, glad to see such good options out there now! Thanks for the vid!

The 75 got me hooked ..so so good...got it while in japan. Came home n got the 27 and 13. Would have got the 23..56 if they have had a aperture ring w clicks.

Looks terrific. Only its weight and lack of linear motor stop me changing my Fuji 33mm f1.4 to it. (I know the Viltrox's stepping motor still autofocuses really well - but just not quite as crisply in Continuous autofocus mode, apparently, which is a mode I use a lot). Well, I also simply want to learn the 33mm (50mm equivalent full frame) as it's a classic focal length.

Thanks for the excellent review Kev!....and the excellent captures!

Great advices for this particular focal length. An excellent set of photos to demonstrate the advantages and what to be aware of when buying the lens. Thanks a lot, Kevin.

Hello, great video! How does it compare to the Fujinon 33mm f1.4? Which one would you prefer for weddings?

you show taken photos exif parametrs. big thanks!

40mm reminds me of my early 80's Konica FS-1 w/40mm lens.

Your reviews are always outstanding and have helped me in my photography work, and choise of lens I use. Btw, I am not a professional photographer. I am using the Viltrox 27mm f1.2 and the XF18mm f14 with my X-T5 and X-H2 for my streets and events photography, and occassional church weddings for close friends. I noted your low shutter speed and ISO when shooting wide open are definitely something I could not achieve when I shoot wide open with the said lens especially in a church environment. May I know if you use flash for these amazing shots? Merry Christmas and to a great new year!

Thank you Kevin - the shot at 2:28 is was my favorite out of a very strong collection shared here - just perfect! Curious where you place the 27mm in terms of autofocus against the 18mm LM WR and 56mm WR. I have the 23mm LM WR and that lens is my current benchmark for best possible performance in any lighting scenario. I'm sure the 18mm is similar. I absolutely love the rendering of the 56mm, but it is a far tougher lens to shoot with when the lights go down in my experience - unless I have some distance to the subject in which case it performs better. I'd consider Viltrox if I knew it tracked well and acquired quickly in poor light (which is basically any sort of indoor shooting!).

Fair enough Kev. I assume that the Fujinon 27mm f2.8 (mk2) pancake just isn't fast enough for pro use and/or the overall image quality isn't up to scratch.

I love the 40mm focal length, the Fuji 27mm is on my “when I win the lottery” list. This Viltrox will join it 😎

Awesome review Kev! 😎✌️

happy user as well- but even more heavy (560 g)... the reason to leave it save...

Would you recommend pairing this with Xt30 ii?

Are you getting the most of the 40mp off this lens? Just listened to a Podcast you did with Jeff Saddoris, a great listen.

Damnit, everywhere I look this lens is not available. I did a pre order now but it will be available next year january or so. Is the demand so high or what is going on?

This lens has a 3D pop, to my eye.

Tried but return. 1) I rather have alens very sharp at F8 instead of very sharp at F2 or F4 for street photogrpahy. 2) Too bulky & too heavy to my liking.

Nice lens, I guess, but I will stick with my Japanese-made Fuji 56 1.2.

Was going to buy it in a shop last Friday, but sold out 😶 Probably they only had one. Now I must wait or import myself. I will use it for Street, Night and wedding / urban portraits around the city of Copenhagen. Good video 👍🤩 Rgds @knederskovpetersen