Continuing FUJIFILM's series of compact, portable primes, the silver XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR is a 24mm-equivalent wide-angle lens, well-suited to landscape, nature, and architectural shooting. Its f/2.8 maximum aperture balances size and speed, and is suitable for working in available lighting conditions while also limiting the overall size and weight of the lens for everyday use. The optical design features two aspherical elements to reduce distortion and spherical aberrations in order to produce greater sharpness and accurate rendering. A Super EBC coating is also used to control flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color fidelity when working in bright and backlit conditions. Complementing the optics is a stepping motor, along with an internal focusing design, which provides quick and especially quiet focusing performance. Additionally, the lens is weather-sealed to suit working in inclement conditions.

X-Mount Lens/APS-C Format    24mm (35mm Equivalent)    Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22    Two Aspherical Elements    Super EBC Coating    Stepping Autofocus Motor    Weather-Sealed Construction    Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Prime wide-angle lens is designed for APS-C-format FUJIFILM X-mount mirrorless cameras and provides a 24mm equivalent focal length.

Moderately bright f/2.8 maximum aperture suits working in available light conditions and also helps to maintain a compact form factor.

Two aspherical elements limit 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.

Stepping motor, along with an internal focusing design, affords fast and quiet autofocus performance that benefits both stills and video applications.

The lens body incorporates weather sealing to protect against dust and moisture, and to enable worry-free use in inclement conditions and freezing temperatures as low as 14°F.

Rounded nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this lens get the same/similar lens hood as the xf18mm?

A: No, its a different hood.

Q: 2. Is the FUJIFILM Lens Hood for XF 16mm f/2.8 constructed of metal or plastic?

A: The FUJIFILM Lens Hood for XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR Lens is constructed of plastic.

Q: 3. What does WR stand for?

A: WR stands for Weather Resistant . The lens has many seals to protect it from dust and moisture. These lenses will be much more resistant to hard work when used outdoor.

Q: 4. Does this lens come with a lens hood?

A: Yes Lens Hood is included

Q: 5. My Fujifilm XF 16mm f1.4 lens is made in the Philippines. When did it stop being made in Japan? (I got just got the lens Dec 2020)

A: As per our records, this lens was made in Japan. However, that is always subject to change at any time and without notice.

Q: 6. Is it sharp at f/1.4?

A: Yes this lens is sharp at f/1.4.

Q: 7. Does the lens hood allow for the use of a circular polarizer? Photos appear like it wouldn't.

A: Yes, you can use a polarizer with the hood but it may be difficult to rotate the filter with the hood on. I would recommend taking the hood off for easy rotation.

Q: 8. What country is this lens made in?

A: The FUJIFILM XF 16mm f/2.8 R WR Lens (Black) B&H # FU1628B country of origin is the Philippines. (Subject to change during run of production.)

Q: 9. How does this lens perform for astrophotography?

A: This lens will work very well for astro photography.

Q: 10. Hi, anyone tried this lens for astrophotography? I'm curious whether the lens shows any coma (aka comatic aberration; aka distorted stars) wide open?

A: Yes. It's an awesome lens and does show coma in the corners wide open at 1.4. However, once stopped down to 2.8 the coma completely disappears. I've had great success with Milky Way photos and this lens, brilliant colors coming through in the stars - they're not too hot. But ya, definitely don't shoot nightscapes at 1.4 unless you're okay with coma in the corners, play around different apertures or just go straight to 2.8 if you want to be sure there will be no coma.