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Rent NowThe FUJIFILM XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR is a professional standard zoom lens designed for FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras. Offering a versatile wide-angle to short-telephoto focal length range, this lens is well suited for portraits, landscapes, events, travel, and everyday photography. Its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture, advanced optical construction, and weather-resistant design make it a capable option for photographers seeking consistent performance across a variety of shooting conditions.
Featuring a 16-55mm focal length range, the lens provides a 35mm-equivalent perspective of approximately 24-84mm when used on FUJIFILM APS-C cameras. The wide-angle end is ideal for landscapes, architecture, and environmental portraits, while the longer focal lengths are suitable for portraits, events, and detailed compositions. This flexible zoom range allows photographers to work with a variety of subjects without frequently changing lenses.
The constant f/2.8 maximum aperture provides consistent exposure throughout the zoom range while offering greater flexibility when shooting in low-light environments. The wide aperture also allows photographers to achieve a shallow depth of field, helping separate subjects from their backgrounds. This makes the lens particularly useful for portrait photography, indoor events, and situations where available light is limited.
The optical design incorporates three extra-low dispersion elements and three aspherical elements to help minimize chromatic aberrations, color fringing, spherical aberrations, and distortion. These specialized elements contribute to improved image sharpness, clarity, and accurate color reproduction throughout the zoom range. The lens is designed to maintain consistent optical performance from the center of the frame toward the edges, making it suitable for high-resolution photography.
FUJIFILM’s Nano-GI and HT-EBC coatings are applied to selected optical elements to help reduce internal reflections, lens flare, and ghosting. These coatings improve contrast and color accuracy when photographing scenes with strong light sources or challenging backlighting. The Nano-GI coating is particularly effective at controlling reflections caused by light entering the lens at steep angles, helping maintain image quality across a variety of lighting conditions.
Equipped with a Twin Linear Motor autofocus system, the XF 16-55mm f/2.8 provides fast, accurate, and quiet focusing performance. This system is designed to respond quickly when photographing moving subjects while maintaining smooth operation during video recording. Its relatively quiet autofocus performance also makes it suitable for events, ceremonies, and other environments where minimizing operational noise is important.
The lens features a rounded nine-blade diaphragm that contributes to smooth and natural background rendering. Combined with its constant f/2.8 aperture, this design allows photographers to create pleasing out-of-focus areas when working with portraits, close-up subjects, and selective focus compositions. The combination of optical quality and aperture control provides flexibility for both detailed environmental photographs and images with pronounced subject separation.
Designed for professional use, the XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR incorporates weather-resistant construction with sealing at multiple points throughout the lens barrel. This helps protect against dust and moisture when paired with a compatible weather-resistant FUJIFILM camera body. The lens is also designed to operate in temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C), making it suitable for outdoor photography in challenging environments.
The lens features a dedicated aperture ring for direct exposure control, allowing photographers to adjust aperture settings without navigating through camera menus. Its ergonomic zoom and focus rings provide convenient handling, while the durable construction is designed to withstand regular use. The combination of physical controls and reliable autofocus makes it suitable for both traditional photography and multimedia applications.
Compatible with FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras, the XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR provides a versatile focal length range for photographers who prefer a single high-quality zoom lens. Its constant aperture, advanced optical design, responsive autofocus, and weather-resistant construction make it a practical choice for a wide variety of photographic applications.
– Included Accessories:
Includes the front and rear lens caps. The lens hood is NOT included.
– Condition Note:
The lens exhibits some internal dust within the optical elements.
