Fujifilm's medium format system - GFX - continues to expand, this time with both the new camera GFX100S II and a telephoto lens equivalent to a 396mm field of view in full-frame format. Fujinon GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR thus becomes the next lens after the 2023 releases of GF 55mm F1.7 R, GF 30mm F5.6 TS and GF 110mm F5.6 TS.
The lens is driven by a linear focus motor, and the autofocus can be limited in its range or memorize a focus distance. There are four buttons in total to lock or activate the autofocus.
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The optical design consists of 21 lens elements in 14 groups with five ED lens elements that minimize spherical aberration with higher image sharpness from center to edge. Two super-ED lens elements counteract chromatic aberration. The aperture has 9 blades for soft rendering of subjects out of focus.
Jonas Rask
Jonas Rask
The Fujinon GF 500mm features built-in image stabilization that compensates up to six stops. The weight is 1,375 grams. The lens is also weather-sealed and the front lens element has a water-repellent fluorine coating. The included tripod mount is compatible with Arca-Swiss.
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The lens can be used together with the teleconverter Fujinon GF 1.4X TC WR to achieve a 700mm focal length, or the equivalent field of view of 554mm in full-frame format.
Jonas Rask
The recommended price is 46,999 kronor including VAT. The lens will be available from June 2024.
Jonas Rask
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Specifications
Focal length: 500mm (equivalent to 396mm in 35mm format)
Aperture: f/5.6
Minimum aperture: 32
Filter diameter: 95mm
Minimum focusing distance: 2.75m (from the sensor)
Maximum magnification: 0.2x
Number of aperture blades: 9 (rounded)
Length: 24.65cm
Weight: 1,375 g
Other: Weather-resistant construction (WR). Autofocus with linear motor (LM). Arca-Swiss tripod foot.
