Although it seems more valorizing to spend (a lot of) time to select a new camera model, it is often the choice of the optic that will be coupled to it that may determinate the level of interest you will dedicate on photography. After all, the angle of view, the versatility and the quality of the lens chosen will impact directly to the satisfaction or not you will resent in evaluating of your picture results. Today photographic gear manufacturers offer you a vast selection of different optics, fix focal and zoom lenses, and it is hard to think that you won't be able to find your own lens sibling for your camera.
The Fujifilm Fujinon XF23mm F2 R WR is not a spectacular lens in any way except, may be, for its compactness and its optical qualities. This lens model is part of an unofficial line of small F2-2.8 Fujinon fix focal lenses that include among others the XF16mm F2.8 R WR, the XF35mm F2 R WR and the XF50mm F2 R WR which are all small optics with the weather resistant feature. My only design critic is for not having harmonized the filter accessory size of all these lenses which are ranging from diameters of 43mm (XF23F2 & XF35F2), 46mm (XF50F2), to 49mm (XF16F2.8).
With an angle of view of 63,4 degrees, the Fujinon XF23mm F2 R WR is a sub-normal lens by giving an extra wide view compared to the usual normal or standard 35mm (44 degrees) in APS-C sensor format. It means that the subject will appear a bit smaller than your own vision (naked eye) but, except for that, the Fujinon XF23mm F2 R WR is relatively easy to apprehend in pre-visualization. As a travel, street, or casual photographer, you can mentally anticipate his/her intended picture frame and compose the scene in its context without really or constantly looking at the camera viewfinder/live screen.
Focus/aperture(pre-set) rings. Many photographers that like to set manually their camera will always appreciate the manufacturer effort to preserve for them the control rings and dials dedicated to the photographic basic parameters (ISO, shutter speed, aperture, focus, etc.) On the Fujinon XF23mm F2 R WR, a large focusing ring (with a smooth turning resistance) and a true aperture ring are offering a positive and manual access to these settings if you want to do so.
Autofocus ability. The autofocus mechanism of the Fujinon XF23mm F2 is silent and fast in almost any type of subject contexts although the focusing accuracy can depend on which camera model you will couple the lens.
A maximum aperture of utility (F2). Beneficing of a moderate maximum aperture like F2 on a modern digital optic is still an advantage over many "standard zoom" lenses that are rating between F4-5.6 smaller opening. One or two stops advantage can be paramount to use a lower ISO or a higher shutter speed in certain subject cases but the price to pay is that the Fujinon XF23mm F2 R WR is a fix focal lens that will ask you to be more mobile for composing your picture.
Weather Resistant, a feature of confidence. We all like to think about durability in regard of our photo gear. In this climatic changing world, things can get for the worst in a very short notice. Knowing that your camera-lens combination can withstand these adversities is reassuring and, may be, offer you new photographic opportunities.
Above average to exceptional optical quality level. At the end, the picture quality is often the most important factor for the photographer who like to rely on his/her photo equipment without second thoughts. The Fujinon XF23mm F2 R WR is part of the finest fix focal optic of their line of lenses. Color rendition and image resolution are at par with the Fuji "pro" lenses. Optical distortion is almost none-existent. A good minimum close focusing distance allows you to photograph smaller subjects but you must remember that is not a true macro lens.
To conclude: a fine versatile optic (with some limitations). During my various travel experiences the Fujinon XF23mm F2 R WR and the older Fuji XF27mm F2.8 R were and still is for the XF23mm F2 R WR, my fix focal lenses of predilection. For sure, their compactness and lightweight were significant factors but without losing any optical quality which is the key factor in selecting them. Discretion, predictability, and reliability are certainly assets for the photographer on the move whatsoever photographic situations he/she is facing. The Fujinon XF23mm F2 R WR lens is totally recommendable as a competent and very useful optic although it won't replace a true telephoto or a larger wide-angle lens which eventual addition could complete your photographic gear.
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