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Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f2.8 R LM WR Zoom Lens
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With weather sealing in 14 locations, the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f2.8 R LM WR is a standard length zoom lens with continuous aperture and a new inner focussing system for fast, silent focus accuracy.
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We Love
- Super versatile focal range with 24-84mm in full frame equivalent
- Fast f/2.8 aperture excels in low light situations even when hand-held
- Great all-round lens that will suit many styles of shooting
- Excellent sharp results thanks to the inclusion of several special glass elements
- High quality construction with weather resistance for shooting in diverse conditions
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f2.8 R WR Lens Summary
The Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f2.8 R LM WR zoom lens comes with a constant fast f/2.8 aperture throughout its zoom range. It has stood the test of time as a relatively early model from the X-mount lens range from Fujifilm, impressing users across a host of different styles which this lens is suitable for.
The full frame equivalent focal range is 24-84mm, making for a longer than 24-70mm equivalent, a real workhorse which is used for landscape, portraits, weddings, travel and just about any creativity you can think of. It delivers sharp images which are sure to please on any of Fujifilm’s high resolution cameras.
Key Features
- 35mm equivalent: - 24-84mm
- Continuous F2.8 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range
- Part of Fujifilm's new weather-resistant range
- Optically designed to draw out the maximum image quality as a flagship standard zoom lens
In order to achieve the best-in-class image quality, the fast standard zoom lens with a constant aperture of F2.8 consists of 17 elements in 12 groups. This includes three aspherical lens elements to control spherical aberration and distortion, and three ED glass lens elements to reduce lateral chromatic aberration (wide-angle) and axial chromatic aberration (telephoto), thereby achieving edge-to-edge sharpness across the entire zoom range.
Applying Fujifilm’s unique HT-EBC (High Transmittance Electron Beam Coating) to the entire area of the lens surface ensures ghosting and flare are controlled for sharp, clear images. Also, using the newly developed Nano-GI coating technology, which alters the refractive index between glass and air, ghosting and flare are effectively reduced for diagonal incident light.
Nine rounded aperture blades create a smooth, circular bokeh. The suppression of spherical aberration to the ultimate extent contributes to produce beautiful bokeh at both the front and back.
By combining this lens with an X Series camera body** with Lens Modulation Optimiser*** (LMO) technology, the performance from the lens is improved even further. LMO corrects for diffraction*4 to produce images with edge-to-edge sharpness and create a realistic three-dimensional effect, even at small apertures.
High-speed, quiet auto focus thanks to the Linear Motor
An Inner Focusing System*5 is used for high-speed AF. By reducing the weight of the focus lens and mounting the Twin Linear Motor, high-speed, quiet AF is possible. The fastest AF speed of 0.06 seconds brings comfort to your photo-shoot when by combining this lens with an X Series camera body** offering Phase Detection AF. Combined with the near-silent shutter sound, photos can be taken unnoticed in quiet locations.
- As AF operates using a signal from the imaging sensor, extremely high-precision focusing is possible.
- Weather resistant, dust-resistant and -10°C low-temperature operation
- With weather-sealing at 14 locations, the lens is weather-resistant, dust-resistant and -10°C low-temperature operation, making it the perfect companion for the X-T1, which has the same levels of protection.
- High build quality and comfortable operation
Both the focus and aperture rings are metal, plus metal is also used on the exterior of the lens body for a high-quality finish. Thanks to long-term experience and broaden knowhow for other top-end professional lens fields such as Broadcasting and Cinema Scope, the texture and torque on the rings makes for comfortable shooting even for delicate manual focusing. The lens mount is made from brass for improved strength.
Combined with a camera body, the lens is approximately 60% of the weight of a full-size system*6, considerably reducing the burden on the photographer for astonishing ease of use.
The AF+MF function enables seamless manual focusing. After pressing the shutter to autofocus on the subject, fine adjustments can then be made using the manual focus ring
Optional accessories
- Fujifilm PRF-77 77mm Lens Protector Filter
- Hoya 77mm Ultra Pro Circular Polariser Filter
- Hoya Revo SMC 77mm UV Filter
- Think Tank Lens Case Duo 10
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f2.8 R WR Specifications
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FUJINON XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR |
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Lens configuration |
17 elements 12 groups (includes 3 aspherical and 3 extra low dispersion elements) |
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Focal length |
16-55mm (24-84mm 35mm format equivalent) |
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Angle of view |
83.2°- 29° |
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Max. aperture |
F/2.8 |
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Min. aperture |
F/22 |
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Aperture control |
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Number of blades |
9 (rounded diaphragm opening) |
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Step size |
1/3EV (19 steps) |
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Focus range |
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Normal |
0.6m - ∞(whole zoom position) |
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Macro |
30cm - 10m (Wide), 40cm - 10m (Telephoto) |
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Max. magnification |
0.16x (Telephoto) |
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External dimensions : Diameter x Length*1 (approx.) |
ø83.3mm x 106.0mm (Wide) / 129.5mm (Telephoto) |
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Weight*2 (approx.) |
655g |
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Filter size |
ø77mm |
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Our Verdict
There is no shortage of excellent glass for Fujifilm’s X-System. This lens was originally released in 2015 and still impresses users today. That’s down to its ability to capture extremely sharp and detailed images throughout the zoom range and across the full frame. The focal range is very practical for any number of subjects with anything from architecture, landscape, travel and portraits falling within its’ remit.
At 655g the size and weight are hefty enough to feel very solid in the hand but ergonomics remain excellent and it feels comfortable when hand holding for extended periods with a camera like the X-T4 or even the compact X-E4. You’ll be able to capture sharp images when hand holding thanks to the bright aperture which is constant at every length. With metal focus and aperture rings, a metal body and comprehensive weather resistance this lens will continue to be a huge success for years to come.
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
