Best Lenses under CA$700 for portrait

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Fujifilm XF 35mm F/2 R WR 35mm

82.3 Portrait Score
35mmf/2Fujifilm XWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

A weather-sealed design at just 170g and a fast, quiet stepping motor AF system make this 53mm-equivalent prime an unobtrusive everyday lens. Its optical formula with two aspherical elements delivers high sharpness, while the 9-blade diaphragm produces smooth bokeh for subject separation. This lens is best for street and travel photographers needing a discreet, all-weather normal field of view on Fujifilm X-mount bodies.

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Fujifilm XC 50-230mm f/4.5-6.7 OIS II

71.2 Portrait Score
50-230mmf/4.5Fujifilm XIS
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Delivering a 76-350mm equivalent reach in a lightweight 771g body, this lens stands out for its 3.5-stop optical stabilization and stepping motor AF. The bundled accessory kit adds immediate value with close-up and graduated color filters for a budget-friendly telephoto option. It’s best for Fujifilm X-mount beginners wanting affordable wildlife or daytime sports reach without heavy gear.

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Fujifilm X100 16534716

50.4 Portrait Score
Fujifilm X
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This conversion lens expands the fixed 23mm field of view to a 28mm equivalent without compromising the X100 series' compact form factor. Its dedicated design integrates seamlessly with the camera's built-in lens corrections and optical viewfinder frame lines. This accessory is best for street photographers who need a wider perspective while maintaining the X100's discreet, all-in-one profile.

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Fujifilm Fujinon 16534730 50mm

49.9 Portrait Score
50mmFujifilm X
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This teleconverter transforms the fixed-lens X100F into a 50mm equivalent portrait tool while maintaining its native f/2.8 aperture and premium optical quality. The camera’s automatic recognition of the mounted lens ensures seamless operation without menu diving. It’s best for X100F owners who want a tighter, flattering perspective for portraits without sacrificing the compact form factor.

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Best Lenses under CA$1,500 for portrait

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Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2.0 18mm

78.6 Portrait Score
18mmf/2Fujifilm X
Why we recommend this

Weighing just 60g, this pancake lens stands out for its extreme portability on Fujifilm X-mount bodies, pairing an f/2.0 aperture with a 27mm equivalent field of view. Its optical formula includes one aspherical and one ED element with Super EVC coating to control aberrations in a remarkably compact package. This lens is best for street and travel photographers who prioritize a lightweight, discreet setup over weather sealing or optical perfection at the edges.

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Price CA$968
Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2.0 18mm lens

Best Lenses under CA$2,000 for portrait

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Fujifilm XF 50mm F1.0 R WR 50mm

82.6 Portrait Score
50mmf/1Fujifilm XWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Its f/1.0 maximum aperture delivers the shallowest depth of field in the XF lineup, creating extreme subject separation and smooth bokeh from a 9-blade diaphragm. The lens pairs this unique light-gathering capability with a weather-sealed, durable build for reliable use in dust and rain. This is best for portrait photographers who prioritize low-light performance and a distinct, three-dimensional look over compact size.

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Fujifilm GF 30mm f/3.5 R WR 30mm

69.8 Portrait Score
30mmf/3.5Fujifilm GWeather Sealed
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A compact 510g build with weather sealing and a 24mm equivalent field of view makes this a uniquely portable wide-angle for the GFX system. Its optical formula uses two aspherical and two ED elements to deliver edge-to-edge clarity in a dust- and moisture-resistant body that operates down to -10°C. This lens is best for landscape photographers who need a lightweight, durable prime for high-resolution medium-format field work.

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Best Lenses under CA$3,500 for portrait

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Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR

84.8 Portrait Score
8-16mmf/2.8Fujifilm XISWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Delivering a 12-24mm full-frame equivalent field of view with a constant f/2.8 aperture, this lens uses 4 aspherical and 6 ED elements to maintain sharpness and minimize distortion across the zoom range. Its robust, weather-sealed build and 5-stop optical stabilization enable confident handheld shooting in challenging conditions. This lens is best for landscape and architecture photographers who need an ultra-wide perspective with reliable low-light performance.

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Fujifilm GF 80mm f/1.7 R WR 80mm

75.5 Portrait Score
80mmf/1.7Fujifilm GWeather Sealed
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Its f/1.7 maximum aperture—the fastest autofocus lens for medium-format mirrorless—delivers edge-to-edge sharpness through 12 elements, including one aspherical and two ED lenses, even wide open. Weighing 795g with full weather sealing and a fluorine-coated front element, it operates in temperatures down to 14°F, balancing durability with portability for on-location work. Portrait and wedding photographers gain precise shallow-depth-of-field subject separation and the resolving power of Fujifilm’s GFX sensors.

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Fujifilm GF110mmF2 R LM WR 10mm

79.6 Portrait Score
110mmf/2Fujifilm GWeather Sealed
Why we recommend this

Combining an f/2 aperture with a 110mm focal length on Fujifilm’s medium-format G-mount, this lens delivers exceptionally shallow depth of field and a three-dimensional rendering unmatched by smaller formats. Its optical design uses four ED elements for high resolving power, while the linear motor provides fast, quiet autofocus in a fully weather-sealed, 1010g magnesium alloy body. This is the definitive tool for portrait photographers who need maximum subject separation and uncompromising sharpness in the studio or on location.

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Fujifilm XF500mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR 500mm

45.1 Portrait Score
500mmf/22Fujifilm XISWeather Sealed
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Delivering a 762mm full-frame equivalent reach in a remarkably compact 1335g body, this super-telephoto prime pairs 5.5-stop stabilization with a fast linear motor to fully resolve 40.2MP X-series sensors. Its weather-sealed construction and 9-blade diaphragm enable sharp subject separation in harsh conditions without the bulk typical of this focal length. This lens is best for wildlife and sports photographers who need handheld 500mm reach and cannot compromise on portability or autofocus speed.

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Fujifilm XF500mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR 500mm lens
Price CA$4,963