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Fujifilm's longest X-mount zoom, from 2022. Launched at $1,999 (US). Who it suits: wildlife and bird photographers on Fujifilm X.
Why it exists. Fujifilm announced it was "pleased to announce the launch of the FUJINON Lens XF150-600mmF5.6-8 R LM OIS WR" in May 2022 (Fujifilm release).
It zooms internally, so its length does not change, and it adds OIS stabilization and weather resistance.
Who should buy it? Fujifilm X shooters who want maximum native reach for wildlife and birds.
Fujifilm announced the lens on May 31, 2022; its US launch price was $1,999 (Fujifilm).
It uses 24 elements in 17 groups, including three ED and four Super ED elements, with a linear motor and a 9-blade aperture. Specs below are from Fujifilm's spec page.
Key specs for the Fujifilm XF150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR, from Fujifilm. Source for each row in brackets.
| Format / range | Fujifilm X, 150–600mm, f/5.6–8 [Fujifilm] |
|---|---|
| Optics | 24 elements in 17 groups; 3 ED, 4 Super ED [Fujifilm] |
| Aperture | 9 blades; minimum f/22 [Fujifilm] |
| Autofocus | Linear motor (LM) [Fujifilm] |
| Stabilization | OIS [Fujifilm] |
| Zoom | Internal [Fujifilm] |
| Close focus | 2.4 m; 0.24x [Fujifilm] |
| Filters | 82mm [Fujifilm] |
| Build | Weather resistant (WR) [Fujifilm] |
| Size / weight | Ø99 × 314.5 mm; 1,605 g [Fujifilm] |
| Announced / price | May 31, 2022; $1,999 (US) [Fujifilm] |
We could not find enough openly licensed sample photos taken with this lens to build our own gallery. To see what it can do, browse the Fujifilm sample images for the XF150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR.
Fujifilm: Launched at $1,999 in 2022 (US).
Who it's for: Fujifilm X wildlife and bird photographers who want the longest native zoom.
Looking at other wildlife lenses? See our Lenses by purpose guide.
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