There was enough separation here to blur out the background although the previous post and the image above were both shot wide open at f4. I was just seeing how accurate manual focus was using this combination and as you can see it really is accurate. Easier than I thought on this system, and I'm really impressed. Since aquiring the X-T1 I've been neglecting my M43 system because shooting with the X system is fun, and I'm sure those who haven't tried this system can't really understand what all the fuss is about. Just go out and try one, then you'll understand....and get hooked on the X system.