Yes!!! Absolutely it is. I throw this on when I want to have some fun walking around using film recipes for the day. I always look back and am amazed how much I like this lens when I’m using it that way. Has a touch of nostalgic vibe to it.
Best photo examples I’ve seen utilizing this lens. If you can get around the wide open vignetting (I crop most of the time anyway) you can’t beat this lens for the price. It’s currently the only one I have for my xt30ii and makes for a nice compact EDC. Great review; clear and concise with just enough vibes…subscribed!
I did just what you said in the video, got myself a used Xe1 and paired it with this lens. I am planning to keep it on for as long as it takes me to learn the craft of photography. Cheers!!
Nice review and sample images. I bought the XF 27 WR but then also purchased this TTA version. Immediately returned the XF and kept the TTA, mainly because of the XF’s noisy and inconsistent autofocus. 3rd party manufacturers are really stepping up their game lately for the Fuji lineup.
I’m really glad I’ve seen this comment after watching a few videos of comparisons it was kind of back and forth but actually reading a comment I think I’ll stick with the TTA and pick up their new 35mm af which would cost around the same price as the xx wr 27
My experience exactly, two fuji and two failures … it’s a lens that just isn’t reliable … and that’s not just me … many friends jam have had same experience down the years to. If the TT fail after a couple of years I’ll bin it and get another, I can live with its minor faults
Great video, I bought this a few weeks ago and love it, I've coupled it to my X-M1 pocket rocket and in BW its delivered some fab street images. Definite keeper. I've had two fuji 27mm pancakes and sorry fuji but both have broken with AF problems after little use. This little lens has some quirks especially useful in street pics I take and for the money is outstanding and fun.
The color grading reminds me of that movie, Her. That being said, with all the cons it's still crazy that this is an AF lens for $150. I like the flares but it just takes one frustrating day, right?
I like the flares too but last video I had haters saying it was a con so I just gave it to the haters. I’ll take the grading from “her” as a huge compliment!
I love all the b-roll in this video! Very dreamy, 🤩✨ I might just have to pick up this lens for my X-T3, the bokeh and film aesthetic it creates are gorgeous. Really love the images at: 0:49, 2:51, 5:22 and 8:04
ooo this looks really enticing! i never considered the fuji 27mm cuz i couldn’t see myself spending $400 on it but this is a great alternative! awesome video, the character of this lens looks sweeeet
picked one of these bad boys up for $140 shipped during their amazon black friday sale. couldn't be happier with it. if you don't already own the fuji 27 f2.8, this ttartisan version is an absolute no brainer in my humble opinion even at the MSRP of $159.99 + tax.
I just have the 18-50 2.8 zoom lens for now and considering this together with the Viltrox 27 1.2 to cover the 23-35 focal range. Sure it's both the same focal length and I could also get a 23 1.4 and a 35 f2 or vice versa, but this is so much cheaper and gives me one image quality monster and one really light snapshot lens for situations where you don't want to scare people with a bigger lens. It's under €700 for both together, a single 23/33 1.4 by Fuji is more than that
It’s pretty incredible how cheap these lenses are huh? I think that’s not a bad idea if you need something discreet. I wouldn’t try comparing this with the Viltrox though because…. Well it’s just no where close. But lovely lens and the size is hard to beat. Thanks for watching and hope you enjoy your lenses, happy shooting
@@hunterhart1 Some reviewers claimed both lenses suffer from strong vignetting, which is a blatant lie. True is the auto focus on the tta is a dream, but stoped working after a very very minor touch in the subway. I am sure the Fuji auto focus by wire is constructed that way for repair reasons. TT wrote to me that I can throw the lens away, very good for the environment? So there are several reasons to save cash for a much better lens. One reason is service and repairability. After three days I can tell the fuji 27mm 2.8 is a true workhorse… fun fun fun….
@@hunterhart1 I traveled a long trip with the fuji 27mm and I don’t have time to super save my equipment walking the streets in big cities. And whats the case? A bump here, sorry there… and the fuji 27mm still works… exactly the same situation and the tt artisan stoped working…. the service of tt advised me to throw the lens in the trash. This is also a case of non sustainable products which is bad for pur environment we love to take pictures of… this was my last TT Artisan. My impression is the fuji lenses are workhorses. They just get the job done…
Killing it! Love the fireworks shot - reminds me of the scenes I find man! This lens was so weird for me. Some really cool shots, but also wildly frustrating!
I felt like you when I stopped on the side of the road to take it. Funny thing is, I have driven past it 100 times going to Mississippi and ALWAYS wanted to stop and get it and I thought to myself "WWJD" (What Would Jerred Do) and I was right.
i really didnt see any sense in this lens, instead of the price.. thats really nice, maybe for travelling or something like that it would be nice. Your photos as always 👌
Yeah man like I said, travel or if you’re on a budget it would be a viable option for someone. Thanks so much for watching as always man 🤘🏼🤘🏼 and thanks for the compliment, I really appreciate it
I really enjoyed this review! I love that you can use this lens to achieve a film effect. I recently bought an X-T2 but I’m worried about buying this lens now that you’ve mentioned the AF is a bit delayed on it and the X-T2. Would the AF on the TTartisan combined with the X-T2 be too slow? And if so, am I better off buying the Fuji 27mm lens? I’m sorry if this is a dumb question.
@@sashap3585 it’s not a dumb question, honestly they’re both a bit slower compared to other lenses. If I were to pick any 27 mm I’d get the Viltrox 27mm 1.2 but it’s larger so… pancake, I’d probably go with the TT art if you’re looking for a film look and compact size. Hope that helps?
@@hunterhart1 indeed i do. I’m actually selling my 27mm WR lens because of how much I like this one. The focus is quieter, the aperture ring is better IMO, the manual focus and video auto focus are better, somehow the Dof is slightly shallower. . . The vignette is the only ‘negative’ I’ve found.
I bought the XT50 and this lens but i was wondering what are some other 27mm alternatives i could use? Im looking to invest in a lens that will last me besides the Fuji one.
@@sebastianfernandez6146 in my option the Viltrox 27mm is the standard, but Fuji makes a smaller pancake lens like this one and it’s built a bit better. Here is a review of the Viltrox that I did a while back. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-aMpB3QmJTg4.htmlsi=uU1b4jkunHx2V7qP Would you want to get the 40mm focal length equivalent or something just close? The 23mm 1.4 original Fuji lens is great
@@hunterhart1 I bought it and it does not help at all, although my copy of the lens is the orange special edition and the glaring wasn't that bad, it actually adds character to the whole image composition. Thanks for the video, you made me buy it and I do not regret it.
The TTA is a good lens, so is Fujis 27mm….is the 27mm TTA better than the Fuji 27mm?? No(of course the Fuji 27mm is overall better)…. but the Fuji 27mm isn’t $250 better than the TTA 27mm either, IMO..
Great video, great lens. But, I am convinced that with your eye and skill, you could slap the bottom of a Coke bottle on the camera and make it sing. Excellent work as always, HH
TT Artisan left a bad taste in my mouth. I ordered one a long time ago and immediately sent it back because of the chromatic aberration and ghosting. This one looks better though based on your photos.
I understand, they’re cheap lenses. But like I said, they have to start somewhere and the more they sell the better lenses they will be able to make in the future just like Viltrox. Thanks for watching
