Fujifilm XF 150-600mm f5.6-8 R LM OIS WR

Fujifilm XF 150-600mm f5.6-8 R LM OIS WR

FUJIFILM expands its lens portfolio with the addition of the FUJINON XF150-600mmF5.6-8 R LM OIS WR super-telephoto zoom lens for X series mirrorless system cameras. The new lens complements the camera system that has won numerous awards for its outstanding image quality and compact design, which is also known for its unmatched FUJIFILM color reproduction.

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XF150-600mmF5.6-8 offers the longest focal length of any lens currently available for the X series, with its Zoom range from 150mm to 600mm (equivalent to 229-914mm KB). With the tele-converters already available, the range can be further extended to 1200 mm (equivalent to 1828 mm KB). Super telephoto lenses are prone to optical aberrations that result in a loss of image quality. The optical system of the XF150-600mmF5.6-8 therefore incorporates three ED elements and four Super ED elements to ensure high imaging performance throughout the focal length range. The fast autofocus ensures that the lens focuses precisely at the decisive moment. Despite its impressive performance, the XF150-600mmF5.6-8 is surprisingly lightweight, weighing just 1,605 grams, and also remains exceptionally handy due to the non-extending Zoom mechanism. This makes the new Zoom lens the ideal choice for wildlife and sports photography, which often requires shooting from a long distance. The FUJINON XF150-600mmF5.6-8 R LM OIS WR will be available in July at a price of 2.199 (MSRP) in stores

Largest range in the FUJIFILM lens lineup

The new Zoom lens covers the focal length range from 150mm telephoto to 600mm super telephoto (equivalent to 229-914mm KB), offering the widest range of any lens available for the X series. It is thus the ideal choice for wildlife, bird and sports photography.

The optical design features 24 lenses in 17 groups, including three ED and four Super ED elements that virtually eliminate color aberration in super-telephoto shots. High imaging performance is ensured all the way to the corners of the image over the entire focal length range. All lenses are coated with the HT-EBC coating, which was originally developed by FUJINON for demanding broadcast use in video and film productions. It guarantees high transmission and low reflection rates. The lens is compatible with the XF2X TC WR and XF1.4X TC WR teleconverters. When used with the XF2X TC WR, the focal length range expands to 300 mm to 1200 mm (equivalent to 457-1828 mm KB).

Rugged and lightweight body

The lens weighs only 1,605 grams, which is very light for a super telephoto Zoom with a focal length up to 600 mm. The use of two Super ED lenses in the front section allows for a comparatively small diameter and consistently high resolving power. The lens barrel does not extend with the Zoom. Regardless of the focal length selected, the length of the lens always remains the same and the camera-lens unit remains optimally balanced. The matte silver body prevents the lens from heating up strongly in sunlight. This is of particular benefit to wildlife and sports photographers, who often work in the blazing sun for long periods of time. The lens housing is weather sealed. 19 seals ensure that neither dust nor moisture penetrate inside and that the lens remains fully functional even in cold temperatures down to minus 10 degrees Celsius. This means that even in adverse weather conditions, in the snow or in the tropics, photography can be carried out without worry. The inner frame construction is made of a strong and lightweight magnesium alloy, which protects the inner workings of the lens against external influences.

Five-stop optical image stabilizer

Super-telephoto photography is easier than ever with the XF150-600mmF5.6-8. Shooting at very long focal lengths is particularly prone to camera shake. At 600mm (equivalent to 914mm KB), unwanted movement can no longer be compensated for by the camera's internal image stabilizer alone. The XF150-600mmF5.6-8 therefore features one of the most powerful optical stabilizers in the super-tele-Zooms class. The built-in OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) system enables sharp images at shutter speeds up to five EV stops slower. Compact and lightweight, the XF150-600mmF5.6-8 thus follows in the tradition of the X series, with its compactness designed specifically for mobile use and freehand shooting.

Fast and convenient autofocus system

The XF150-600mm has a fast and accurate autofocus that focuses on the subject in just 0.25 seconds, even in the hard-to-focus super-telephoto range. The AF system is based on internal focusing, which uses a quiet linear motor to move the compact and lightweight focus group into the required position at lightning speed. The "Focus Preset" function allows a predefined focusing distance to be stored and directly activated as required at the touch of a button. In this way, photographs can be taken spontaneously without having to measure the focus distance again. The "Focus Limiter" function allows the available AF range to be limited. This makes focusing on subjects more than five meters away from the camera much faster. The Focus Limiter is simply activated via the focus range switch when needed. The focus selection button is located on the front of the lens. The focus selection switch can be used to expand the functionality and operability of the AF system and focus lock.