Pergear 25mm f1.7 Fujifilm Review
In this blog, I will briefly discuss the Pergear 25mm f/1.7 manual prime lens for Fujifilm. This lens was sent to me by Pergear to use and review, but no specific direction was given, nor will they see this blog before it goes live. No money has exchanged hands, and there is no relationship between me and the company. This is a budget manual focus lens that currently retails for around £60 in the UK. It competes closely with the TTArtisan 25mm f/2, which is very similar and available at a comparable price.
Build
The lens features an all-metal build, which is impressive at this price point. The body has a matte finish with silver accents and feels of good quality. The markings are clear, and the aperture dial is nicely damped with distinct notches for each value. It feels like a solid product built to last, and with easily accessible screws, it appears serviceable or repairable if needed. Naturally, at this price point, there is no weather sealing.
Size
The lens is incredibly compact, only slightly longer than the Fujifilm 27mm pancake lens. It feels most suited to smaller bodies like the XT5. On larger bodies, such as the XH2, it might not be as comfortable to use. There isn’t much space between the focus and aperture dials, which means if you’re using thick gloves, you could easily knock one while adjusting the other.
Focusing
The focusing experience is adequate, similar to other lenses in this price range. One significant drawback is that the infinity focus point is not accurate. When you turn the lens to the infinity stop, it actually overshoots infinity, requiring you to pull it back by a few millimetres. This can lead to missed shots or out-of-focus images when shooting in a rush. Given the small size of the lens, it would have been nice to see a focus tab to help distinguish between the focus and aperture rings and allow for easier one-finger focusing. Other than that, the focus dial is smooth and well damped.
Image Quality
At this price point, you shouldn’t expect Sony G Master levels of performance. The lens can produce sharp images, but only when stopped down to around f/8. Wide open, the lens is a little soft, but not in a way that drastically degrades the image. However, shooting at f/22 introduces extreme diffraction, which will ruin the photo. You may also experience flare, which can either hinder or enhance your shot depending on what you’re photographing and your style. As long as you stay between f/2 and f/11, you’ll achieve decent image quality. Please see the examples below.
f1.7
f1.7
f8
f8
f22
f22
Summary
Overall, this is a solid product for the price, and I would recommend it to someone wanting to try manual focusing on a Fujifilm system before investing in a more expensive lens. While it won’t give you the true experience of using a premium manual lens like those made by Leica or Voigtlander, it offers a close enough approximation at a price that won’t sting if you decide manual focus isn’t for you.
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What are presets?
They are editing settings that are saved in a file and can be applied to any image.
Why do people buy presets?
Sometimes because they like the work of the photographer and want that style for their own photos. Mostly because they would like to see how other people edit and learn by reverse engineering the presets. Other times it’s just to support their favourite photographers, thank you!
What’s the overall style of these presets?
- Filmic
- Warm
- Soft
- Bright
What are these presets suitable for?
Street & Travel Photography
Some Nature (with further editing)
Some Portraits (with extensive editing)
Do I actually use these?
Yes. This is the same pack I use right now for all my editing. This isn’t a pack made just to sell.
Do these presets get updated?
Yes, as my style changes, these presets will also be updated. Any time a new update is available, you will get a free update via email. Of course you also keep all the old presets in case you prefer the older looks. Only presets purchased from 2025 onwards will receive the updates.
What file types are these presets for?
- All RAW files
- JPEGs & TIFFs (not recommended)
What camera brands are these presets for?
These were designed around Fujifilm, Sony, and Leica sensors. With that said, they will work with all camera brands. While there might be differences due to individual camera colour science, the overall feel of the preset will carry over.
Will these work with JPEG files?
Yes, but you will need to reduce the intensity and make further edits. I strongly recommend editing RAW files.
Are these one click edits?
95% No. You would need to do some basic adjustments as each image is different. These adjustments can include exposure, colour balance etc. In 5% of cases you can just apply and leave it alone.
Do I need to know how to edit?
You need to have a basic understanding of adjusting exposure, highlights, shadows, etc. A more comprehensive editing skillset will let you get the most out of them.
How many presets are included?
10 in the main pack and 24 in the extras pack
Why two packs?
The main pack is what I use for 99% of my edits and is kept small to reduce wasted time scrolling through presets. The extras pack is everything I don’t use often.
What software do I need?
These presets will work with any of the following:
- Photoshop (adobe camera raw)
- Lightroom Classic
- Lightroom Desktop
- Lightroom Mobile
Will these presets work with free versions of the above software?
You need to research and double check before buying. These presets were designed for the full paid versions.
Will these presets work with very old versions of the above software?
You need to research and double check before buying. These presets were designed on and for the latest software.
What file type do I get?
XMP
What else do I get?
- Comprehensive PDF guide
Can I modify these and turn them into my own?
Yes! In fact I encourage you to modify them and play around. Use these to help you get your own style.
I have more questions…. What do I do?
Make a cup of tea and drop me an email on hello@snapsbyfox.com
Please note that due to the nature of digital products, refunds are generally not accepted. However, if you experience any issues, feel free to contact me and I’ll review your situation individually. You are welcome to use this product for personal or commercial projects, but you may not copy, distribute, or resell the files in their original or modified form.
Finally I want to say a massive thank you for supporting me. Buying these presets is the most direct way you can support my work.
Thank you!