The new Fuji Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens is now shipping worldwide (click on pictures for larger view). The official US release date is November 29th. Check pricing and availability at Adorama, B&H, Amazon and FotoHansKeuzekamp.
Update - the Fujifilm GFX50R camera is also now shipping (check availability at Adorama, B&H, Amazon).
Additional pictures and information on the 8-16mm f/2.8 lens:
The new XF8-16mmF2.8 R LM WR features an optical construction of 20 elements in 13 groups, including 4 aspherical lens elements to control distortion and spherical aberration, and 6 ED lens elements including 3 super ED elements to control lateral chromatic aberration, a lens design that produces advanced image-resolving performances across the entire zoom range. Featuring a floating lens element that adjusts according to the position of the zoom, the XF8-16mmF2.8 R LM WR achieves edge-to-edge sharpness, and corrects field curvature that is typically found in ultra-wide angle lenses. The lens barrel is lightweight yet robust, sealed at 11 points, designed to be weather and dust-resistantand capable of operating in temperatures as low as 14°F/-10°C.
Fujinon XF8-16mmF2.8 R LM WR key features:
- FUJIFILM X Mount is compatible with all FUJIFILM X Series interchangeable system cameras
- Weather-sealed at 11 points for weather and dust-resistance; operates in temperatures as low as 14°F/-10°C
- 20 elements in 13 groups including 4 aspherical elements, 3 ED elements and 3 super ED elements
- Uses linear motors for quiet and ultra-fast AF
- Nano-GI coating applied to rear surface of two front lens elements to eliminate ghosting and flare caused by oblique light
Here are two sample photos:
