Covering a versatile telephoto range, the FUJIFILM XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS Lensfrom FUJIFILM XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS Lensis an 84-305mm-equivalent zoom well-suited for sports, event photography, and portraiture. Its optical design incorporates two extra-low dispersion elements and one aspherical element, which help to reduce a variety of aberrations in order to achieve greater clarity and sharpness. A Super EBC coating also helps to suppress flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color accuracy when working in bright and backlit conditions. Complementing the optics, an optical image stabilization system minimizes the appearance of camera shake by 4.5 stops in order to achieve sharper handheld photos. Also, a linear AF motor provides quick and quiet focusing performance to benefit both stills and video use.

X-Mount Lens/APS-C Format    84-305mm (35mm Equivalent)    Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22    One Aspherical Element, Two ED Elements    Super EBC Coating    Linear Motor AF System    Optical Image Stabilization    Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm

Telephoto zoom is designed for APS-C-format FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras and offers an 84-305mm equivalent focal length range.

Two extra-low dispersion elements, including one Super ED element, are used to greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to produce high clarity and color fidelity throughout the zoom range.

One aspherical element limits distortion and spherical aberration in order to realize greater sharpness and accurate rendering.

Super EBC coating has been applied to individual elements to reduce lens flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity when working in strong lighting conditions.

A 4.5 stop-effective optical image stabilization system minimizes the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting in low-light conditions and with slower shutter speeds.

Linear motor delivers quick, quiet, and smooth autofocus performance that is especially beneficial when working with fast-moving subjects.

Rounded seven-blade diaphragm contribute to a pleasing out-of-focus quality to benefit the use of selective focus and shallow depth of field techniques.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Hi. Can someone tell me the maximum aperture at the halfway point (about 127mm I think)? Thanks.

A: Max aperture at 127mm is f/4.

Q: 2. Has anyone used this lens with the LEE Filter System? Any vignetting or reflection issues?

A: I have not used this lens with the LEE filter system, but have used it with the Cokin P filter holder with Singh Ray filters without any problem.

Q: 3. How can I prevent lens creep? When the lens is mounted on my x-t1 which is held to my pack with a peak design clip gravity causes the lens to slowly extend.

A: The LENSband Lens Band (Black), B&H # LELBB, may assist you with your lens creep issue for use on the FUJIFILM XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS Lens.

Q: 4. what is the best filter for protection of the 55-200 lens?

A: I use a UV filter on all my lenses, mainly for protection.

Q: 5. Does click stop aperture ring mean that the aperture is controlled on the lens itself?

A: Yes. Aperture can be controlled from the lens or by the camera. There is a switch on the lens for the setting. One thing to keep in mind is that there is no aperture demarcation on the lens itself. Those occur on screen or viewfinder.

Q: 6. Does this lens have the ability to be manually focused?

A: Yes. It can be manually focused.

Q: 7. Is this lens parfocal?

A: I do not believe the lens has been designed as parfocal. The previous answer says sometimes and makes no mention of other parts of the zoom range. I wouldn't take that to mean it is parfocal, nor do I expect to be when I purchased it. that doesnt take away from the fact that it is a great lens!

Q: 8. Is it possible to get a lens hood for this lens if you lose the original? I don't see one offered.

A: I don't have direct experience but agree with one below re call Fuji USA directly. rs

Q: 9. Does this work Blackmagic zoom and focus demand?

A: No, the FUJIFILM XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS Lens is incompatible with the Blackmagic Design Focus Demand and the Blackmagic Design Zoom Demand because the Fuji X-Mount cannot be adapted for use with the Blackmagic Design Studio Cameras and the Blackmagic Design URSA Mini cameras. Plus, the lens does not offer a motor in the focus barrel for use with the Blackmagic Design Zoom Demand.

Q: 10. Is the electronic noise common on this lens when focusing?

A: I use this lens on a X-E2; I'm not aware of any electronic noise when focusing