FUJIFILM XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens

**FUJIFILM XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens**

The **FUJIFILM XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR** is the longest prime lens in FUJIFILM’s lineup, delivering exceptional reach and image quality for distant subjects like birds, wildlife, and sports. Offering a full-frame equivalent focal length of **750mm**, this super-telephoto lens excels at isolating subjects with sharp focus and smooth, blurred backgrounds. Its compact, lightweight design is paired with **5.5 stops of optical image stabilization**, ensuring clear, shake-free images even when shooting handheld, making it an excellent choice for the latest **40.2MP X-series sensors**.

### Key Features:
– **750mm full-frame equivalent** focal length for capturing distant subjects.
– **f/5.6 maximum aperture**, ideal for long-range photography with shallow depth of field.
– **5.5 stops of optical image stabilization** reduces camera shake, perfect for handheld shooting.
– **Lightweight, compact design**, weighing under 3 pounds and measuring just 10.1 inches.
– **Arca-Swiss compatible tripod collar foot** for additional stability with tripods or monopods.

### Optical Design:
The lens features an advanced **21-element, 14-group** optical construction with **five extra-low dispersion (ED) elements** and **two super ED elements** to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions. This design ensures exceptional clarity and sharpness, crucial when paired with high-resolution sensors. The **rounded 9-blade diaphragm** produces smooth bokeh, while the natural spatial compression of the super-telephoto focal length enhances subject isolation.

### Autofocus and Performance:
Equipped with a **Linear Motor autofocus system**, the lens delivers **fast, precise, and near-silent focusing**, ideal for both stills and video. The autofocus is further optimized by X-series cameras’ subject detection algorithms, enabling quick acquisition of fast-moving subjects. Focus presets also help minimize focus times, making it easy to track and capture action.

### Additional Highlights:
– Compatible with FUJIFILM’s optional **1.4x and 2x teleconverters**, extending the lens’s reach to **700mm and 1000mm**, respectively, without compromising image quality.
– **Weather-sealed construction** protects against dust, moisture, and harsh conditions, ensuring reliable performance in the field when paired with weather-resistant X-series cameras.

The **XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR** is a powerful tool for photographers seeking unmatched reach and image quality in a compact, stabilized package.