The Fujifilm XF 27mm f/2.8 is a true pancake prime that keeps X-mount kits exceptionally slim while delivering a practical, everyday field of view. Reviews and commentary highlight its discretion and portability, making it a favorite for street and travel when you want a camera that feels almost pocketable. The f/2.8 aperture helps preserve small size yet remains usable indoors and at dusk with modern sensor performance and stabilization, while the fixed focal length encourages thoughtful composition. Handling is minimal and direct, and the updated WR versions add sealing to withstand changeable weather. Optical behavior emphasizes clean, balanced rendering suitable for daily documentation and casual portraiture, with improved edge performance when stopped down. For shooters who want the smallest lens with a natural perspective, the 27mm pancake is an elegant solution that turns virtually any X body into a compact, ready companion, encouraging more frequent carry and more spontaneous photographs.
| Mount | X |
| Format | APS-C |
| Weight (g) | 55 |
| lens groups | 8 |
| lens elements | 10 |
| Diaphragm blades | 7 |
| Filter thread (mm) | 49 |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 |
| Max focal length (mm) | 27 |
| Min focal length (mm) | 27 |
| Image stabilization | No |
| maximum magnification | 0.13x |
| Min focus distance (m) | 0.17 |