Fujinon XF16mmF2.8 R WR Lens - Black

I've had this lens for a month now and used it on both an X-T2 and X-E2. I'm a stills photographer who rarely shoots video, so I can't comment on that aspect of the lens.I've had a 24mm or equivalent lens with every camera brand I've owned. I like the perspective and slightly wider rendering without distortion that this length brings to my photography. The Fujinon 16mm f2.8 fills a very familiar place in my kit. Very small and light, it's a good choice for handheld shooting while wandering around town. I shoot mostly landscape yet I didn't buy this lens for that purpose, I prefer slightly longer lenses for that. For me the 16mm 2.8 fits in for interiors and cityscape photography.The smaller and more compact size of the f2.8 handles very well on either of my camera bodies and the quiet, snappy focus means I haven't missed a shot yet. The close focusing capability is at about 6", really good for tabletop shots.I chose the f2.8 version over the f1.4 because I seldom shoot that wide open, often favoring f4 to f8 for most images. If you are all about bokeh and shallow DOF this lens is probably not for you. Yet I find that at 2.8 this lens does do a pleasing job of rendering backgrounds in a way that adds depth behind my main subject. Quite good, not just 'good enough'.Over time I have found that I like two basic lens kits for my shooting. First, a set of prime lenses with the specific purpose of slowing down and thinking about each shot or situation, then a two lens zoom kit for general photography. For Fuji the prime kit is the Rokinon 12mm and the four Fujinon compacts 16, 23, 35, and 50. By adding the 16mm f2.8 to my prime lens lineup I feel like I have a nearly complete kit lacking only a moderate telephoto.Both images taken with the 16mm f2.8. The B&W is a three-frame HDR shot handheld and the gas station image is sooc .jpg shot with Classic Chrome.*EDIT 7/15/19* Added the third image of the dog. Taken at 18" handheld 1/20, f2.8 ISO 800 single point AF. A B&W LUT added, no sharpening. I continue to be impressed with this lens and its image rendering and I can't recommend the 16mm 2.8 enough.

Sure, its one more good Fuji Lens.Its not their sharpest, but it is sharp, and it covers a certain focal range that makes it one of the lenses you want.Do you need telephoto? Do you like the heavy as a brick 18-55mm that you bought because your Fuji has no IS?Well, then, get this lens and get the X-H1, and stop buying.Its all you need, tho the Leica D-Lux 7, and the Sony RX10-3, are also really nice to own if you like an elegant little camera and one with a whole lot of zoom.But regarding your Fuji's..You could add the 27mm, and if need be the 35, but, thats is all you need, as you already have the 18-55mm, right?The X_H1 is a very good Fuji camera, no stupid flip out screen because it tilts like a pro-camera should, and if you add those 3 lenses you are set for years and years.Remember...... a cell phone is for your selfies, and a camera is for your photography.The Len's AF is quiet, fast, and accurate. The lens is not heavy, and the lens will look good on all your Fuji's.Its sort of a medium small size, but not exactly small.Colors are good, ease of use is very good, and you can do Macro@about 4-inches (closest), so thats also very good.Price reflects = a very good value.Get it, i predict you'll like it.

Say yes to Fujinon 16mm. I originally bought a Fujifilm Xt1 when they first came out and this lens. The camera was slow to focus, colors were off. I ended up selling it. Went to Sony which I liked but couldn't get use to the menus. Enter the Fuji XT3 outstanding all the way around. I needed a wide angle and the kit lens although a great lens wasn't some thing I wanted for landscape photography. This 16mm from Fuji is simply outstanding. Sharp with great color rendition, lightweight fast focusing and enjoyable to use. I now solidly in the Fuji camp. Excellent cameras and lens, affordably priced and great build quality. Overall a 5 star lens.

Years ago, I bought and sold this lens because I realized I didn't like changing lenses constantly.A few years later, I'm a few years older and don't always feel like lugging a significantly heavier zoom lens everywhere, and there are also times when not being obvious is a virtue. Since most of my shooting is at the wider end of things, I had no qualms buying this little gem again. With this on my X-S20, it isn't exactly a compact camera, but it easily fits into a deeper coat pocket and it's ridiculously light while being optically excellent.

This has quickly become the lens that stays on my camera most of the time. It's small, light, fast (in aperture and focus), and has image quality comparable to any other Fujicron lens. Most of my photography is during hikes and this has quickly become one of my favorites.If you want something small, capable, and weather sealed for wide angle photos, this is the lens to get. I wouldn't say this is a one-size-fits all lens (I'd take the 23 f/2 or 16-55 f/2.8 if I could only have one lens), but for landscape photos off the beaten path where I don't want to lug a case of equipment this is the best lens for the money in Fuji's lineup.

Light, small and very good images

This might have been my most unnecessary purchase in a long time, but I did buy it, so I should review it. I grew so impatient waiting for this lens to hit the streets, that I bought the f/1.4 version so that I could have this focal length. That lens is every bit as good as the accolades that are given to it everywhere that people discuss Fuji lenses.So, why the seemingly redundant purchase? The f/1.4 lens is right at the edge of too large for the petite Fuji bodies. It is optically great, but I use dx cameras when I want a lower profile than when I carry my full frame DSLRs with fast glass. This f/2.8 lens returns my X-T2 to the small kit that made me purchase it in the first place. It fits neatly into the f/2 set (23, 35, 50mm) in terms of size and operation.If you are in good light, shooting in the middle of the aperture range, say f/5.6, then after much non scientific testing, I feel like you give up little by using this smaller, lighter model over the faster version. I did some brick wall tests, and this lens is capable of edge to edge sharpness from one stop down. I prefer the smaller lens in use because it is effortless to carry and you can carry your camera everywhere which means you might be more likely to have it with you. I really know when I'm using the f/1.4 lens because the size and weight lets you know it's there.To be clear, this slower lens is not a replacement for the faster lens in low light environmental type shooting. Shots made at f/1.4 with the wide angle view are magical. However, this small lens is fine for the way most people use wide angle lenses, that is stopped down for medium to deep depth of field in pursuit of street, city and landscape photos.I gave the f/1.4 lens 5 stars, and based on the difference of a 1000 dollar lens against a 400 dollar lens, I rate this lens 5 stars for cost to performance.

TL;DR:This lens from a renowned manufacturer is outstanding, with only minor issues related to optical viewfinder compatibility and build quality.Review:I've had the opportunity to use this lens, and overall, it's an excellent addition to my photography gear.One of the standout features of this lens is its exceptional optical performance. It delivers sharp, high-quality images with impressive clarity. The focal length of 16mm is versatile, making it suitable for a wide range of photographic styles, from landscapes to street photography.However, there are a couple of minor quirks to note. While not necessarily a con, it's worth mentioning that when using this lens with the optical viewfinder on my camera, there can be some visible frame lines. This can be a bit distracting for those who rely heavily on optical viewfinders. It's not a major issue, but it's something to be aware of.Another aspect that left me somewhat less thrilled was the lens's build quality. While it performs exceptionally, it feels somewhat plasticky in the hand. Given its price point and the reputation of lenses from this manufacturer, I had expected a more robust construction. However, it's important to note that this doesn't impact the lens's overall performance or image quality.In summary, this lens from a renowned manufacturer is a top performer, delivering impressive image quality with only minor quirks related to optical viewfinder compatibility and build quality. It's a versatile lens that's well-suited for various photography styles.Pros:Outstanding optical performanceVersatile 16mm focal lengthWeather-resistant designCons:Visible frame lines when using the optical viewfinder on some camerasBuild quality feels somewhat plasticky

Uma lente maravilhosa pra registrar reuniões em salas menores, ótima para varias situações e trás uma qualidade incrível em ambientes de baixa luminosidade como boates e festas, com um LED pequeno já possibilita resultados incríveis. Vale a pena demais ter no kit essa lente.

I use this on my X-H2 to keep it small and compact considering the H2's chunkier body. It's very sharp and focuses well. Very good for photos and video. Paired with another f2 lens such as the 35 f2, you can make a great lightweight and compact travel kit for any fujifilm body. This silver lens looks great on an all-black body, although you will have your own colour preferences.

Online reviews are misdirecting. It is very sharp lens and silent one on that. It has no issues focussing on eyes even with mere monitor lights.I got it because it looks very nice unlike latest fuji lenses that costs a lot and looks ugly.It doubles down as webcam lens and this will be used far more. I had used samyang 12mm for that but that was too wide and af is not there. Plus sharpness was not there because many a time you would loose picture if you enable blur background or put a picture background. Though 12mm was better than 25mm lens that was sharper but Bokeh would prevent image identification and thus background blur was not possible.I was wondering whether Bokeh would prevent this lens as well but it is just right focal length for webcam. And was surprised how sharp it is even at 2.8 though Bokeh is a struggle with this small aperture lens.And it is small in size, silent and looks really good.

Este objetivo es simplemente increíble. Es muy compacto y ligero, con una nitidez fenomenal y un autofoco rápido y preciso. Además, la construcción es soberbia y el precio es fantástico.

Great buy