USED TTArtisan 56mm f1.8 APS-C AF Lens for Fujifilm X - Silver
This Lens is in mint condition and will show only 1 or 2 very light marks such as very light wear to the lens mount or a small mark on the barrel, very light dust throughout the optics, although this will not affect image quality in any way.
Shutter Count (approximately): Not available
Supplied with: Original Box, Manual, TTArtisan Rear Lens Cap, TTArtisan 52mm Front Lens Cap, TTArtisan 56mm Lens Hood
The TTArtisan 56mm f1.8 APS-C AF is a short-telephoto prime lens designed for portrait work, offering an 84mm-equivalent field of view with a bright f1.8 aperture and autofocus. It focuses quickly using a stepper motor, has a compact build for everyday use, and uses ED glass to control fringing, helping you shoot at maximum aperture with clean detail and soft background blur.
TTArtisan 56mm f1.8 APS-C AF Lens for Fujifilm X - Silver Key Features:
- Short telephoto APS-C prime designed for portrait and subject isolation
- f1.8 aperture gives shallow depth of field and low-light shooting ability
- STM autofocus drive provides fast and quiet focusing for stills and video
- 56mm focal length gives 84mm equivalent portrait perspective on APS-C
- 10 elements in 9 groups for significantly improved image quality
- Optical design with ED element reduces chromatic aberration and fringing
- Eye detection support improves accuracy when photographing people
- 0.5m close focus distance allows tighter framing of faces and detail
- Lightweight 233-245g body keeps the lens comfortable for everyday use
- Metal barrel construction gives solid handling and secure mount fit
- USB-C port allows firmware updates for compatibility improvements
FAQs:
Is the TTArtisan 56mm f1.8 good for portraits?
Yes. On APS-C cameras, the 56mm focal length gives an 84mm equivalent view, which is a classic portrait range. It keeps perspective natural, allows good background separation, and works well for headshots, half-body portraits, and detail shots.
Does the lens autofocus fast enough for moving subjects?
The stepper motor focus system is quick and quiet, and it works well for portraits, street shooting, and general photography. With eye detection enabled on compatible cameras, it can reliably keep focus on faces, although it is not designed as a sports lens.
Can you shoot wide open at f1.8 without strong fringing?
The optical design includes an ED element to reduce chromatic aberration, so colour fringing is controlled better than on simpler fast primes. You can shoot at f1.8 with good sharpness in the centre and clean edges in most situations.
What is the minimum focus distance of this lens?
The minimum focus distance is around 0.5 metres, which allows fairly tight framing for portraits and detail shots. This makes it possible to fill the frame with a face or small subject without the need for extension tubes.
Is the lens heavy on smaller Fujifilm cameras?
No. At just over 230g, the lens remains well-balanced on compact APS-C bodies. The metal construction makes it feel solid, but the size and weight are still comfortable for everyday shooting.
Product Specification
| Angle Of View | 28° |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Filter Thread [mm] | 52 |
| Focal Length ~ Wide [mm] | 56.0 |
| Included Accessories | Front Lens Cap, Rear Lens Cap, Lens Hood |
| Lens Elements | 10 |
| Lens Groups | 9 |
| Lens Mount | Fujifilm X-Mount |
| Max Aperture ~ Wide | 1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | 16 |
| Minimum Focus Distance [m] | 0.80 |
| Sensor Format | APS-C |
| Weight [g] | 233.00 |