How terrible is the 60mm AF?

Papegoye wrote:

notchy wrote:

Papegoye wrote:

Some background: I have a sigma 105mm macro from back when I used Nikon and I LOVED this lens. Nice field of view and very fast AF, and a focus range limit switch. This was in fact the only lens I didnt't sell when I sold all my other Nikon stuff.

What I am contemplating now is to get the fuji 60mm instead. I am intrigued by the small size as a general walkaround lens and the versatility to do macro shots as well. The only thing holding me back is that every review mentions the horrible AF speed on this lens. What are your experiences? Are there any better options?

On a recent body (e.g. the X-T3, X-T4, or X-Pro3) you can use the AF range limiter to prevent the 60mm from focusing closer than either one of the preset distances (2 or 5 metres) or else a custom distance you dial in. In my experience it works very well with the 60mm. On my X-T3 (latest firmware) with the 5m-to-infinity option selected, the 60mm feels like it focuses as quickly as a Fujicron. The combination of the limiter and the improved focusing capabilities of the recent cameras certainly makes a difference.

[Edit] You can assign the focus range limiter function to your FN button (or some other) for quick access.

I bought the 60mm for the same reason you mention in your second paragraph, as a walk around lens with the ability to focus much closer than a standard prime. It not being a true macro doesn't matter to me. My only criticism of the 60mm is that my copy seems to render with a very slight magenta cast, but this is so easily corrected that it's not anything to get worked up about.

This is very useful info thanks. I was not aware that focus range limiter was a function of the camera. It seems to be an option on my X-T30 as well. My fn-button is always taken for choosing film simulation recipe, but I suppose I could dedicate one of my custom modes for macro.

Edit: Based on the online manual it doesn't seem to be possible to put AF range limit in the Q menu. Is this true?

Whilst I prefer the buttons to be real ones generally, I’ve also started using the swipe screen custom function option on my xt30 and I must say, it works really well. Super quick and easy. Perhaps that’s an option? Gives 4 extra custom functions.