Fujifilm Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II

Introducing Fujifilm Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II! Nine years after its predecessor (the original FUJINON XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR lens), Fujifilm’s flagship F2.8 standard zoom lens is reborn. FUJINON XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II lens features groundbreaking design updates that surpass mere evolutionary progress, plus broader video capabilities to help it excel in a wider range of scenarios. Compact and lightweight, this zoom fits in the palm of your hand, yet delivers image quality to rival a prime lens.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MINIMAL SIZE, MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE

 

Cutting-Edge Optical Tech in a Lens Just 95 mm Long: Advances in lens manufacturing techniques have led to a major drop in XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II lens’s size and weight compared to its predecessor, XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR. Improved polishing and machining, plus advanced assembly techniques, mean the second generation lens is now 11mm shorter and approximately 37% lighter than its predecessor. The filter thread has also been decreased to 72 mm, so the new lens uses the same filters as the original XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR.

 

 

 

 

A WORTHY SUCCESSOR

 

Building on the Renowned Sharpness of XF Zoom Lenses: While retaining the exceptional sharpness of its award-winning predecessor, an extra ED element has been added to XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II lens to enhance edge sharpness and minimize chromatic aberration. In addition, advances in aspherical lens technology and ultra-fine machining combine to reduce ring patterns and create smooth bokeh effects. Even at the maximum aperture – an area where zoom lenses traditionally struggle – it delivers high-quality results with ultra-fine details.

 

 

 

 

 

ONE LENS, A MULTITUDE OF OPTIONS

 

Compromise-Free Creativity: From wide angle to telephoto, XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II lens lets you record every moment with the utmost precision. At 16 mm, it offers broad coverage; 23 mm is ideal for everyday scenes, and brings documentary and street photography to life; while 55mm is ideal for portraiture and lets you focus on details. Whichever focal length you choose, the F2.8 maximum aperture delivers excellent low-light performance and – thanks to its unique, 11-blade diaphragm – smooth, pronounced bokeh.

 

 

FAST, PRECISE AUTOFOCUS

 

High-Speed, Near-Silent Autofocus with No Drop in Performance: Despite its compact size, XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II lens produces exceptional autofocus performance. This is thanks to a specially designed linear motor that enables fast and near-silent AF. The minimum focusing distance of 0.3 m and maximum magnification of 0.21x provide impressive scope for close-up images.

 

 

 

 

 

NEW FEATURES FOR HYBRID CREATION USE

Although primarily created for stills photographers, XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II lens also caters to the needs of video creatives. For the first time on an XF Lens, a switch allows users to disable the aperture ring’s click stops for smooth, near-silent exposure control, free from clicks and vibrations*. *May require firmware update of applicable X Series body. New features available in Movie mode when using Manual Exposure mode and a fixed ISO.

 

 

 

COMPACT, LIGHTWEIGHT AND WEATHER-RESISTANT

The most dramatic moments often come in adverse weather conditions. That’s why XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II lens is designed to be dust and moisture resistant when paired with a weather-resistant X Series body, ideal for those who want to work anywhere in almost any conditions. Keep creating without worrying about water droplets, sand, dust, and low temperatures down to -10 °C.

 

 

 

 

 

SPECIFICATIONS

 

Lens type: Zoom lens
Max Format size: APS-C / DX
Focal length: 16-55 mm

Focal length (35mm format equivalent): 24-84 mm
Image stabilization: No
Lens mount: Fujifilm X

Lens configuration: 16 elements in 11 groups (includes 4 aspherical, 3 ED elements, 1 super ED element)

Angle of view: 83.2°- 29°

Max. aperture: f/2.8
Min. aperture: f/22

Number of blades: 11 (rounded diaphragm opening)

Stop size: 1/3 EV (19 stops)

Minimum focus distance (measured from focal plane): 0.3 m

Max. magnification: T: 0.21 x

External dimensions : Diameter x Length^* (approx.) (*distance from camera lens mount flange): W: φ78.3 mm × 95 mm; T: φ78.3 mm × 122 mm

Weight^* (approx.) (*excluding cap and hood): 410 g

Filter size: Φ72mm