XF23f2.8 slows camera
p.1 #1XF23f2.8 slows camera
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.
Sep 03, 2026 at 01:32 AM
p.1 #2XF23f2.8 slows camera
Nielk Mike wrote:
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.
Sounds like you have a defective lens.
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.
Sounds like you have a defective lens.
Sep 03, 2026 at 08:47 AM
p.1 #3XF23f2.8 slows camera
Cliff L. wrote:
Sounds like you have a defective lens.
Nah, 27f2.8 behaves the same. Do you own the23f2.8? Does it behave any different? If so: On which body?
Nielk Mike wrote
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.Nah, 27f2.8 behaves the same. Do you own the23f2.8? Does it behave any different? If so: On which body?
Sep 03, 2026 at 08:56 AM
p.1 #4XF23f2.8 slows camera
Nielk Mike wrote:
Sounds like you have a defective lens.Nah, 27f2.8 behaves the same. Do you own the23f2.8? Does it behave any different? If so: On which body?
I sold the 23mm f2.8, but it didn't behave any differently than any of my other Fuji lenses. It's a little bit noisier than the lenses with linear motors, but that goes for the whole Fujinon lens line.
Cliff L. wrote
Nielk Mike wrote
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.I sold the 23mm f2.8, but it didn't behave any differently than any of my other Fuji lenses. It's a little bit noisier than the lenses with linear motors, but that goes for the whole Fujinon lens line.
Sep 03, 2026 at 12:25 PM
p.1 #5XF23f2.8 slows camera
Some people report that the lenses reset focus when starting up or going into playback mode. They haven't fixed it with a firmware update, but it wouldn't surprise me if they did at some point.
Sep 03, 2026 at 01:29 PM
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p.1 #6XF23f2.8 slows camera
It's no different than how the GF55 behaves, and yes, it does slow things down.
Sep 03, 2026 at 01:46 PM
p.1 #7XF23f2.8 slows camera
Nielk Mike wrote:
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.
Can you explain what you mean by 'slowing the camera down?' Thanks.
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.
Can you explain what you mean by 'slowing the camera down?' Thanks.
Sep 03, 2026 at 02:08 PM
p.1 #8XF23f2.8 slows camera
I believe I've seen people report that it slows down the turn-on time of the camera.
I have the XF 287/2.8 and I can't say I've noticed it being any different to my other lenses in terms of turn-on or shot to shot speed.
I have the XF 287/2.8 and I can't say I've noticed it being any different to my other lenses in terms of turn-on or shot to shot speed.
Sep 03, 2026 at 02:51 PM
p.1 #9XF23f2.8 slows camera
It's a known issue. I don't believe Fuji has ever acknowledged it
Sep 03, 2026 at 03:04 PM
p.1 #10XF23f2.8 slows camera
My E5/ 23 2.8 is my everyday walk about camera. I have no complaints and LOVE that combo and recommend it highly!
Sep 03, 2026 at 04:05 PM
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p.1 #11XF23f2.8 slows camera
Well, if the 23 and 27 are the same, then my 27mm f/2.8 (the newest version) on an E5 is no slower at startup, or returning from playback, than the Viltrox 75mm is... Startup not 2 seconds, playback back to shooting, less than 1 (barely).
Sep 03, 2026 at 04:42 PM
p.1 #12XF23f2.8 slows camera
mdude85 wrote:
Some people report that the lenses reset focus when starting up or going into playback mode. They haven't fixed it with a firmware update, but it wouldn't surprise me if they did at some point.
Let's hope. It is a good lens, perfect fit for the XE-5.
Some people report that the lenses reset focus when starting up or going into playback mode. They haven't fixed it with a firmware update, but it wouldn't surprise me if they did at some point.
Let's hope. It is a good lens, perfect fit for the XE-5.
Sep 04, 2026 at 01:19 AM
p.1 #13XF23f2.8 slows camera
TENOG wrote:
Can you explain what you mean by 'slowing the camera down?' Thanks.
There is time lack when reviewing an image and also when going back from playback to shooting mode. Very noticeable compared to, say, the 23f2.
Nielk Mike wrote
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.There is time lack when reviewing an image and also when going back from playback to shooting mode. Very noticeable compared to, say, the 23f2.
Sep 04, 2026 at 01:21 AM
p.1 #14XF23f2.8 slows camera
gaopa wrote:
My E5/ 23 2.8 is my everyday walk about camera. I have no complaints and LOVE that combo and recommend it highly!
Good for you. Doesn't change the fact that the lens slows the camera in certain circumstances.
My E5/ 23 2.8 is my everyday walk about camera. I have no complaints and LOVE that combo and recommend it highly!
Good for you. Doesn't change the fact that the lens slows the camera in certain circumstances.
Sep 04, 2026 at 01:22 AM
p.1 #15XF23f2.8 slows camera
Nielk Mike wrote:
Can you explain what you mean by 'slowing the camera down?' Thanks.There is time lack when reviewing an image and also when going back from playback to shooting mode. Very noticeable compared to, say, the 23f2.
So that only really affects someone who is chimping frequently. I don't so it doesn't bother me.
TENOG wrote
Nielk Mike wrote
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.So that only really affects someone who is chimping frequently. I don't so it doesn't bother me.
Sep 04, 2026 at 12:18 PM
p.1 #16XF23f2.8 slows camera
I haven't noticed it. It may be true but not a big deal for me.
Sep 04, 2026 at 05:10 PM
p.1 #17XF23f2.8 slows camera
Geoff D F wrote:
I haven't noticed it. It may be true but not a big deal for me.
Agree! No big deal at all for a great camera/lens combo.
I haven't noticed it. It may be true but not a big deal for me.
Agree! No big deal at all for a great camera/lens combo.
Sep 04, 2026 at 07:36 PM
p.1 #18XF23f2.8 slows camera
Is this avoided but just letting your camera go into sleep mode rather than turning off?
Sep 04, 2026 at 08:15 PM
p.1 #19XF23f2.8 slows camera
TENOG wrote:
Can you explain what you mean by 'slowing the camera down?' Thanks.There is time lack when reviewing an image and also when going back from playback to shooting mode. Very noticeable compared to, say, the 23f2.So that only really affects someone who is chimping frequently. I don't so it doesn't bother me.
Good for you. But given the AF-S focus inconsistencies Fuji cameras show with lenses 23mm and wider, I rather check focus was where it should be.
Nielk Mike wrote
TENOG wrote
Nielk Mike wrote
The 23f2.8 pancake is a very sharp lens. It perfectly fits the X-E5. But: It slows the camera down considerably (as does the 27f2.8). Image review takes much longer than with other lenses, and returning from image review to shooting also takes a while (and comes with a lot of noise). Guess it something to do with the focus motor and can't be fixed with a firmware update.Good for you. But given the AF-S focus inconsistencies Fuji cameras show with lenses 23mm and wider, I rather check focus was where it should be.
Sep 04, 2026 at 11:12 PM
p.1 #20XF23f2.8 slows camera
SGinNorcal wrote:
Is this avoided but just letting your camera go into sleep mode rather than turning off?
Does it also when coming out of sleep mode.
Is this avoided but just letting your camera go into sleep mode rather than turning off?
Does it also when coming out of sleep mode.
Sep 04, 2026 at 11:16 PM