The Fujifilm XF 27mm F2.8 is the most compact lens in the fledgling XF line-up and is therefore worthy of attention from anyone interested in using a small, discrete and lightweight camera system, especially when paired with the new X-M1 body.

Gary Wolstenholme reviews the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 27mm f/2.8 compact prime lens, with a field of view equivalent to a 41mm lens on a 35mm camera and a bright f/2.8 aperture.

Great sharpness in the centre; Good build quality; Low falloff and distortion; Low CA

Autofocus can hunt in low light and at close distances; Not as sharp towards the edges of the frame; Loss of contrast when shooting into the light

The Fujinon XF 27mm f/2.8 may not be the most attractive lens around regarding its focal length but it is certainly a very capable performer. In terms of sharpness it plays in the highest league especially when stopping down a bit.

Handling and features This compact prime lens for Fujifilm X-series cameras provides a field of view equivalent to a 41mm lens on a 35mm camera and a bright f/2.8 maximum aperture and was introduced alongside the Fujifilm X-M1 camera, which is currently smallest X-series camera available.

Fans of compact prime lenses are sure to be excited by the Fujifilm Fujinon XF 27mm F2.8 ($449.95 list). The slim optic is compatible with Fuji's X camera system, and it's slim enough that smaller bodies like the X-M1 and X-E1 can slide into jacket or cargo pockets when it's attached.

Very small and light; Excellent center sharpness; Classic 40mm-equivalent field of view

Soft edges unless stopped down; No aperture ring.

Introduced with the Fujifim X-M1 camera, the Fujinon XF 27mm f/2.8 lens is an excellent partner for Fujifilm's other X-series bodies. Only 23 mm in length and weighing 78 grams, this lens covers the same angle of view as a 41mm lens on a 35mm camera.

Excellent Quality lens with even better pictures

I was hoping that Fuji would release a compact 23mm F2.8 lens but they released the very large 23mm 1.4. So I got the 27mm for my X-E1. I could not be happier. It's compact, takes great photos and the camera with lens will fit in a jacket or vest pocket

Durable; Easy To Use; Lightweight; Reliable

I am very pleased with this lens. Very surprised how sharp it is for it's size and price. Two things that are missing is a manual aperture dial and a...

Very Small and very sharp

Lack of a.manual aperature dial

Actually, this lens has replaced all others since it is very lightweight and has small dimensions. Moreover, it performs fast and produces good picture quality.