Review on 📷 Pergear 25mm F1.8 Manual Focus Fixed Lens for Fujifilm Fuji Cameras - Superior Image Quality & Compatibility with X-Series Models (Silver) by Andrew Spainhour

This is a preview of first impressions. Assembly: This is a compact yet durable lens. It's an all-metal body that feels solid. The first photo shows what it looks like on the Xpro2. It is simple and has a vintage look. The manual focus ring is smooth, with good tension and hard stops at both ends. The aperture ring is smooth and click-free. I understand that this is preferred by videographers and maybe some photographers. However, I would have been better off if it had a clickable aperture ring. If I'm using a third-party lens that doesn't pass aperture setting information to the camera, I would benefit from being able to count the clicks in my head instead of having to pull the camera back to see what aperture I have. That's probably my biggest gripe with the lens so far, although it's just a preference. It comes with a ventilated hood. While it's difficult to complain about the bonus item, I'd say I'd prefer it if the oversized "43mm" wasn't printed directly on the side. When you unscrew the hood, "43mm" becomes visible to all. Not a big deal, but I'd rather not have visible writing on it. Maybe I'll paint it or something. Properties: This lens has convinced me so far. The second and third photos below are a comparison of sharpness at f1.8 and f5.6. The photos were taken at the minimum focusing distance as this can be a weak point for lenses. Apart from the exposure, nothing has changed between the individual photos. They are social so no sharpening has been added to the post. The point of focus is the word "Lens" on the lens pictured. As you can see, the lens is pretty sharp at the center when it's wide open. It's almost, if not as sharp as if it were stopped down to the f5.6 mid-range. The attached photos have a lighter border to avoid heavy vignetting on this lens. This cannot be denied with an open aperture and cancels out somewhat at f4. Vignetting doesn't bother me personally. If this is for you, this could be an issue with this lens. To be honest, this is probably an issue with most wide-angle, large-aperture lenses, especially at this price point. Cost: Keep in mind that this is a $69 lens. Is it sharp and bright from corner to corner? no However, if center sharpness is important to you, you don't mind vignetting, and you prefer a handcrafted and vintage experience, then this is good value for money. In general I am satisfied with the purchase. I decided to give 4 stars because the lens is definitely not perfect. Considering the cost, it's hard to deny this item a top rating.