The FUJIFILM XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens is a top-tier super-telephoto prime designed for photographers who need exceptional reach, clarity, and durability. Ideal for wildlife, sports, and nature photography, this lens packs advanced optics, fast autofocus, and weather-sealed construction, making it a versatile option for both professional and serious hobbyist photographers. With its impressive focal length and advanced stabilization, this lens allows you to capture distant subjects with incredible detail and precision, even in challenging conditions.
The 500mm focal length provides a full-frame equivalent of 762mm on FUJIFILM's APS-C mirrorless cameras, making it a perfect choice for situations where you need to get close to the action. Despite its reach, the lens maintains a compact and lightweight design, allowing for easier handling and portability, a feature not often found in lenses of this caliber. Whether you're capturing a majestic bird in flight or the fast-paced movements of a sports event, the XF 500mm f/5.6 delivers consistently high performance.
Features
APS-C | f/5.6 to f/22
This lens is specifically designed for FUJIFILM’s APS-C mirrorless cameras, offering a versatile aperture range of f/5.6 to f/22. At its maximum aperture of f/5.6, the lens provides excellent light-gathering capabilities, allowing for crisp shots even in low light conditions. The smaller aperture options ensure flexibility when shooting in bright environments or when more depth of field is required.
762mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
On FUJIFILM's APS-C cameras, the XF 500mm f/5.6 provides an impressive 762mm equivalent focal length in full-frame terms. This extreme telephoto reach makes it ideal for distant subjects, such as wildlife, birds, or sports, where getting close is either impossible or impractical.
Compact Super-Telephoto Prime
Despite its long reach, the XF 500mm f/5.6 is surprisingly compact and lightweight for a lens in its class. Its portable design makes it easier to transport, which is crucial for outdoor and wildlife photographers who often have to carry gear over long distances.
Fast, Accurate Linear Autofocus Motor
The lens features a fast and accurate linear autofocus motor, ensuring that you can lock onto moving subjects with precision. This is particularly valuable in wildlife and sports photography, where quick, sharp focus is essential for capturing action shots.
5.5-Stop Optical Image Stabilizer
Equipped with a 5.5-stop Optical Image Stabilizer, the XF 500mm f/5.6 helps reduce the effects of camera shake, enabling handheld shooting even at long focal lengths. This feature enhances sharpness and clarity, especially in low-light conditions or when a tripod isn't available.
ED and Super ED Elements
The optical construction of this lens includes both ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) and Super ED elements. These specialized glass elements minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing, resulting in crisp, high-contrast images across the entire frame, even when shooting wide open at f/5.6.
Rounded, 9-Blade Diaphragm
The rounded 9-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh effect, rendering out-of-focus backgrounds with a smooth, circular quality. This is particularly useful when isolating subjects from their surroundings, creating an aesthetically pleasing image that draws attention to the subject.
Weather-Sealed Construction
Built for rugged outdoor use, the lens features weather-sealed construction that protects it against dust, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Whether you're shooting in rainforests, deserts, or cold environments, the XF 500mm f/5.6 is designed to withstand harsh conditions, ensuring reliability in any situation.
This lens is a powerhouse for anyone needing extreme reach, durability, and performance.
