Fujifilm Fujinon XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II Lens Black
The Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7’s lightweight focusing lens and high-precision motor achieve quick and silent autofocusing. The optical image stabilization function (approximately 3.5-stops) reduces camera shake in still images and videos taken hand-held. Features 13 elements in 10 groups 76-350mm focal length Optical image stabilization 7 blades rounded diaphragm opening Maximum magnification of 0.2x Stepping motor for fast and quiet autofocus performance The telephoto zoom “the Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7”, which employs 13 all-glass elements in 10 groups, including 1 aspherical lens element and 1 ED lens element. The Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7 demonstrates advanced optical performance across its focal range, producing clear images even when your subject is a long distance away.
The Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7’s lightweight focusing lens and high-precision motor achieve quick and silent autofocusing. The optical image stabilization function (approximately 3.5-stops) reduces camera shake in still images and videos taken hand-held. Features 13 elements in 10 groups 76-350mm focal length Optical image stabilization 7 blades rounded diaphragm opening Maximum magnification of 0.2x Stepping motor for fast and quiet autofocus performance The telephoto zoom “the Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7”, which employs 13 all-glass elements in 10 groups, including 1 aspherical lens element and 1 ED lens element. The Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7 demonstrates advanced optical performance across its focal range, producing clear images even when your subject is a long distance away.
The Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7’s lightweight focusing lens and high-precision motor achieve quick and silent autofocusing. The optical image stabilization function (approximately 3.5-stops) reduces camera shake in still images and videos taken hand-held. Features 13 elements in 10 groups 76-350mm focal length Optical image stabilization 7 blades rounded diaphragm opening Maximum magnification of 0.2x Stepping motor for fast and quiet autofocus performance The telephoto zoom “the Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7”, which employs 13 all-glass elements in 10 groups, including 1 aspherical lens element and 1 ED lens element. The Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7 demonstrates advanced optical performance across its focal range, producing clear images even when your subject is a long distance away.
The Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7’s lightweight focusing lens and high-precision motor achieve quick and silent autofocusing. The optical image stabilization function (approximately 3.5-stops) reduces camera shake in still images and videos taken hand-held. Features 13 elements in 10 groups 76-350mm focal length Optical image stabilization 7 blades rounded diaphragm opening Maximum magnification of 0.2x Stepping motor for fast and quiet autofocus performance The telephoto zoom “the Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7”, which employs 13 all-glass elements in 10 groups, including 1 aspherical lens element and 1 ED lens element. The Fujifilm X Lens XC50-230mm F4.5-F6.7 demonstrates advanced optical performance across its focal range, producing clear images even when your subject is a long distance away.
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Fuji 50-230mm Xc F/4.5-6.7 Ois Ii Lens- Very Good Condition
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originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
When I saw the low price on this lens, I figured that it was another piece of rubbish like the Rokinon 300mm. However, someone gave it a decent rating and I took a chance. Now, each time I use the lens, I can't believe how good it is! I'm using the Fujifilm XC 50-230mm lens at a daytime shutter speed set at 1/500th sec and letting the ISO automatically wander up to ISO 1600, but most shots were under ISO 800 even on an overcast day. All shots were hand-held. Image Quality - Overall, Image Quality is there! Building and sign edges are generally sharp right out of the camera. The eyes of birds and squirrels are sharp. Detail is evident in the feathers of birds. Exposure - under overcast skies, photos tend to be a bit dark, but improve with the EV adjustment. ... MoreWhen I saw the low price on this lens, I figured that it was another piece of rubbish like the Rokinon 300mm. However, someone gave it a decent rating and I took a chance. Now, each time I use the lens, I can't believe how good it is! I'm using the Fujifilm XC 50-230mm lens at a daytime shutter speed set at 1/500th sec and letting the ISO automatically wander up to ISO 1600, but most shots were under ISO 800 even on an overcast day. All shots were hand-held. Image Quality - Overall, Image Quality is there! Building and sign edges are generally sharp right out of the camera. The eyes of birds and squirrels are sharp. Detail is evident in the feathers of birds. Exposure - under overcast skies, photos tend to be a bit dark, but improve with the EV adjustment. Saturation - excellent, as can be expected with a Fuji equipment! Handling - quite good, the lens is much lighter than I thought it would be. It balances well with even a small Fuji camera. The zoom ring and the manual focus ring are smooth, up to Fuji standards and easy to use. Oddly, there is NO aperture ring. Focusing - quick, I didn't experience any delays. Low burst mode shots stayed crisp and on focus. Night Shots - I shot outdoor Christmas decorations (hand-held) as long as 1/5 sec at ISO 800-1600. I was blown away! Night photos have good sharpness and detail. Setting ISO to a maximum of ISO1600 gave great results; if you don't set an upper limit and use auto ISO, the camera will shoot as high as ISO 3200 which still produced good results, but I preferred ISO 1600. Comparison #1- Rokinon (Samyang) Reflex 300mm f/6.3 ED UMC CS Lens - the Rokinon lens is utter GARBAGE. All photos, even in sunlight, are disappointingly soft. Comparison #2 - Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 II Lens (on a micro 4/3 system) - a much more expensive lens - it's better than the Rokinon lens but still images were soft and disappointing, and nowhere as sharp as the Fuji lens (even factoring in the bigger sensor on the Fuji). Recommendation - Buy it! I kept mine. This lens produces good photos at a long focal length at a ridiculously low price. Someone said that the lens is good for the price. I say, the lens is good - period! I wish that B&H allowed us to upload more than 2 photos - I would like to say in photos what I was trying to say in words. Both attached photos were cropped but NOT further edited - Canada Goose 1/500 sec, f/6.7, ISO 800, EV +0.67 @ a distance of 65 feet, overcast sky - Frosty 1/8 sec, f/5.8, ISO 1600, EV 0 (handheld!) @ a distance of 50 feet, nighttime
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Given the price of this lens its performance is exceptional. I really cannot fault it and I was expecting that I might have to make compromises because it was so cheap. However, it is sharp across the full range of the image and at all apertures. The zoom operates smoothly and without fuss. As other reviewers have commented the lens is lightweight because plastic is used throughout. Ok, that may make it more vulnerable to damage but when faced with carrying it about all day it is a blessing. I bought this with the intention of putting it on my camera and leaving it there. Hopefully that will mean I don't have to worry about damaging the bayonet mount. Overall, I am delighted by this lens. It has massively exceeded my expectations and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
Fuji's entry-level zoom, being considerably cheaper than the 55-200 (and let's not even get into the 50-140), while covering the largest focal range. To do this, they had to make several concessions: - It's a very slow lens, going from f/4.5 to f/6.7. - Plastic finish, from barrel to bayonet. The plastic looks to be high quality, and I've used and abused plastic-mount lenses for years without them ever breaking, so it shouldn't be a problem. It just doesn't feel on the level of the rest of Fuji's lineup. - You only get a zoom and a focus ring. Aperture and OIS must be controlled in-camera. - It doesn't come with an real Fuji rear lens cap, just a semi-transparent cover that stays on via friction. This doesn't mean it's a bad lens. Quite the contrary! - The most ... MoreFuji's entry-level zoom, being considerably cheaper than the 55-200 (and let's not even get into the 50-140), while covering the largest focal range. To do this, they had to make several concessions: - It's a very slow lens, going from f/4.5 to f/6.7. - Plastic finish, from barrel to bayonet. The plastic looks to be high quality, and I've used and abused plastic-mount lenses for years without them ever breaking, so it shouldn't be a problem. It just doesn't feel on the level of the rest of Fuji's lineup. - You only get a zoom and a focus ring. Aperture and OIS must be controlled in-camera. - It doesn't come with an real Fuji rear lens cap, just a semi-transparent cover that stays on via friction. This doesn't mean it's a bad lens. Quite the contrary! - The most important thing, optical quality is very good for the price, with sharp results and relatively well-controlled aberrations. - Both rings feel just right. Tight enough to feel decisive, but easy enough to turn. - Internal focusing and a non-rotating front element, which makes it perfect to use with filters. It also has a 58mm filter size, which makes interchanging filters and caps with both the XC16-50 and the XF18-55. - Includes a lens hood. It's reversible for easier storage, but sadly the interior is just matte plastic. Works well enough. If you're not going to shoot portraits, sports, or low-light work, or want a just-in-case telephoto, this is a good option. I'd recommend two things: Wait for one of fuji's common temporary price drops (it can go down to $200), and go for the black one. The silver color doesn't match very well the Titanium of the X-T1, or the silver of the X-T10/X-E2. Although both are silver, the painted plastic takes a different appeareance from the magnesium of the bodies. It's also not that resistent, I scratched the finish a bit on its first outing.
| Lens Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Focal length (35mm format equivalent) | f=50-230mm; (76-350mm) |
| Angle of view | 31.7°-7.1° |
| Max. aperture | F4.5-6.7 |
| Min. aperture | F22 |
Fuji 50-230mm Xc F/4.5-6.7 Ois Ii Lens- Very Good Condition
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Fujifilm XC 50-230mm f/4.5-6.7 Black Lens
Delivery between 18–23 June $26.64
Fujifilm X-T50 Mirrorless Camera + XC15-45MM (HB)
Delivery between 18–23 June $26.64
When I saw the low price on this lens, I figured that it was another piece of rubbish like the Rokinon 300mm. However, someone gave it a decent rating and I took a chance. Now, each time I use the lens, I can't believe how good it is! I'm using the Fujifilm XC 50-230mm lens at a daytime shutter speed set at 1/500th sec and letting the ISO automatically wander up to ISO 1600, but most shots were under ISO 800 even on an overcast day. All shots were hand-held. Image Quality - Overall, Image Quality is there! Building and sign edges are generally sharp right out of the camera. The eyes of birds and squirrels are sharp. Detail is evident in the feathers of birds. Exposure - under overcast skies, photos tend to be a bit dark, but improve with the EV adjustment. ... MoreWhen I saw the low price on this lens, I figured that it was another piece of rubbish like the Rokinon 300mm. However, someone gave it a decent rating and I took a chance. Now, each time I use the lens, I can't believe how good it is! I'm using the Fujifilm XC 50-230mm lens at a daytime shutter speed set at 1/500th sec and letting the ISO automatically wander up to ISO 1600, but most shots were under ISO 800 even on an overcast day. All shots were hand-held. Image Quality - Overall, Image Quality is there! Building and sign edges are generally sharp right out of the camera. The eyes of birds and squirrels are sharp. Detail is evident in the feathers of birds. Exposure - under overcast skies, photos tend to be a bit dark, but improve with the EV adjustment. Saturation - excellent, as can be expected with a Fuji equipment! Handling - quite good, the lens is much lighter than I thought it would be. It balances well with even a small Fuji camera. The zoom ring and the manual focus ring are smooth, up to Fuji standards and easy to use. Oddly, there is NO aperture ring. Focusing - quick, I didn't experience any delays. Low burst mode shots stayed crisp and on focus. Night Shots - I shot outdoor Christmas decorations (hand-held) as long as 1/5 sec at ISO 800-1600. I was blown away! Night photos have good sharpness and detail. Setting ISO to a maximum of ISO1600 gave great results; if you don't set an upper limit and use auto ISO, the camera will shoot as high as ISO 3200 which still produced good results, but I preferred ISO 1600. Comparison #1- Rokinon (Samyang) Reflex 300mm f/6.3 ED UMC CS Lens - the Rokinon lens is utter GARBAGE. All photos, even in sunlight, are disappointingly soft. Comparison #2 - Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75-300mm f/4.8-6.7 II Lens (on a micro 4/3 system) - a much more expensive lens - it's better than the Rokinon lens but still images were soft and disappointing, and nowhere as sharp as the Fuji lens (even factoring in the bigger sensor on the Fuji). Recommendation - Buy it! I kept mine. This lens produces good photos at a long focal length at a ridiculously low price. Someone said that the lens is good for the price. I say, the lens is good - period! I wish that B&H allowed us to upload more than 2 photos - I would like to say in photos what I was trying to say in words. Both attached photos were cropped but NOT further edited - Canada Goose 1/500 sec, f/6.7, ISO 800, EV +0.67 @ a distance of 65 feet, overcast sky - Frosty 1/8 sec, f/5.8, ISO 1600, EV 0 (handheld!) @ a distance of 50 feet, nighttime
Given the price of this lens its performance is exceptional. I really cannot fault it and I was expecting that I might have to make compromises because it was so cheap. However, it is sharp across the full range of the image and at all apertures. The zoom operates smoothly and without fuss. As other reviewers have commented the lens is lightweight because plastic is used throughout. Ok, that may make it more vulnerable to damage but when faced with carrying it about all day it is a blessing. I bought this with the intention of putting it on my camera and leaving it there. Hopefully that will mean I don't have to worry about damaging the bayonet mount. Overall, I am delighted by this lens. It has massively exceeded my expectations and I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Fuji's entry-level zoom, being considerably cheaper than the 55-200 (and let's not even get into the 50-140), while covering the largest focal range. To do this, they had to make several concessions: - It's a very slow lens, going from f/4.5 to f/6.7. - Plastic finish, from barrel to bayonet. The plastic looks to be high quality, and I've used and abused plastic-mount lenses for years without them ever breaking, so it shouldn't be a problem. It just doesn't feel on the level of the rest of Fuji's lineup. - You only get a zoom and a focus ring. Aperture and OIS must be controlled in-camera. - It doesn't come with an real Fuji rear lens cap, just a semi-transparent cover that stays on via friction. This doesn't mean it's a bad lens. Quite the contrary! - The most ... MoreFuji's entry-level zoom, being considerably cheaper than the 55-200 (and let's not even get into the 50-140), while covering the largest focal range. To do this, they had to make several concessions: - It's a very slow lens, going from f/4.5 to f/6.7. - Plastic finish, from barrel to bayonet. The plastic looks to be high quality, and I've used and abused plastic-mount lenses for years without them ever breaking, so it shouldn't be a problem. It just doesn't feel on the level of the rest of Fuji's lineup. - You only get a zoom and a focus ring. Aperture and OIS must be controlled in-camera. - It doesn't come with an real Fuji rear lens cap, just a semi-transparent cover that stays on via friction. This doesn't mean it's a bad lens. Quite the contrary! - The most important thing, optical quality is very good for the price, with sharp results and relatively well-controlled aberrations. - Both rings feel just right. Tight enough to feel decisive, but easy enough to turn. - Internal focusing and a non-rotating front element, which makes it perfect to use with filters. It also has a 58mm filter size, which makes interchanging filters and caps with both the XC16-50 and the XF18-55. - Includes a lens hood. It's reversible for easier storage, but sadly the interior is just matte plastic. Works well enough. If you're not going to shoot portraits, sports, or low-light work, or want a just-in-case telephoto, this is a good option. I'd recommend two things: Wait for one of fuji's common temporary price drops (it can go down to $200), and go for the black one. The silver color doesn't match very well the Titanium of the X-T1, or the silver of the X-T10/X-E2. Although both are silver, the painted plastic takes a different appeareance from the magnesium of the bodies. It's also not that resistent, I scratched the finish a bit on its first outing.
Usually shoot primes but I had to pick this up for a specific job and had some fun with it. Images aren't great to be honest, but they're passable. Contrast isn't very good and it's not as sharp as others. Sealing is terrible. Mine has dirt in it already. But hey, it's $400 and the range is crazy good. Image stabilization is great. It's the best zoom lens you can get without spending a grand. If you're using it purely for utility, it's great.
Understand that this XC lens isn't part of the Fujinon XF series of lenses - there are some sacrifices to the build quality made to get it cheaper than their XF series. But the lens itself is absolutely amazing to use. Image quality is pretty great, especially when one factors in the price - some might miss having an aperture ring on the lens though, as this lens does not have one. You'll need to adjust it using your camera somehow (probably command dial). It also has a plasticky build compared to the more refined metal XF lenses. The aperture of this lens as well is quite poor in comparison to other XF lenses - at 50mm, you get f4.5 and that drops all the way to f6.7 when zoomed all the way to 230mm, so this lens is much better suited to good lighting. Nonetheless, ... MoreUnderstand that this XC lens isn't part of the Fujinon XF series of lenses - there are some sacrifices to the build quality made to get it cheaper than their XF series. But the lens itself is absolutely amazing to use. Image quality is pretty great, especially when one factors in the price - some might miss having an aperture ring on the lens though, as this lens does not have one. You'll need to adjust it using your camera somehow (probably command dial). It also has a plasticky build compared to the more refined metal XF lenses. The aperture of this lens as well is quite poor in comparison to other XF lenses - at 50mm, you get f4.5 and that drops all the way to f6.7 when zoomed all the way to 230mm, so this lens is much better suited to good lighting. Nonetheless, if you can look past these flaws, you actually get a lighter lens as well - because of the plastic build, it's not going to be as heavy on your camera as the metal ones. So if you are in need of a telephoto lens, and prefer shooting in the day or well-lit scenes and can look past the plastic build and lack of aperture ring, look no further than the XC 50-230mm.
Construction: All plastic with a plastic mount but feels sturdy. Handling: Has no switches, just a focus and zoom control. IOS: Has 2 main settings each with an aditional option. Can be switched off all using the in camera menu. Get the settings correct for the subject and the IOS works well.Some user input may be required. . IQ: Very sharp with good colour. JPGs show little to no distortion. Usage: From portraits to wildlife. At the wide end 50mm, it is F4.5 which gives reasonable backgrounds for portraits and subject photography.This is noticible compared to the 15-45mm kit which is F5.6 at 45mm. SUMMARY: Genuine FujiFilm lenses are not cheap and this is one of the budget lenses. I don't like plastic mounts and an IOS switch on the lens would be good as the IOS ... MoreConstruction: All plastic with a plastic mount but feels sturdy. Handling: Has no switches, just a focus and zoom control. IOS: Has 2 main settings each with an aditional option. Can be switched off all using the in camera menu. Get the settings correct for the subject and the IOS works well.Some user input may be required. . IQ: Very sharp with good colour. JPGs show little to no distortion. Usage: From portraits to wildlife. At the wide end 50mm, it is F4.5 which gives reasonable backgrounds for portraits and subject photography.This is noticible compared to the 15-45mm kit which is F5.6 at 45mm. SUMMARY: Genuine FujiFilm lenses are not cheap and this is one of the budget lenses. I don't like plastic mounts and an IOS switch on the lens would be good as the IOS cannot be set and forgotten about if the best results are to be obtained. Otherwise it is a good buy in my book.
This is the best light autofocus zoom lens that I've ever used. The optics are terrific, absolutely sharp and typical of Fuji products. The manual zoom is firm yet smooth, and with no sloppiness at all. It's rather reminiscent of a less stiff version of my big Nikon 80-400 AF-D VR zoom. The autofocus has a slight tendency to have a few problems locking on at the maximum 230 mm setting, but by backing off to about halfway between the 135 and 230 mm it will lock in; this occurs more in lower lighting sessions and surprisingly, (at least to me), at distant objects as it seems to be less prevalent in subjects several feet away. The Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) seems to function well, although again at lower lighting levels one needs to be cognizant of both Shutter ... MoreThis is the best light autofocus zoom lens that I've ever used. The optics are terrific, absolutely sharp and typical of Fuji products. The manual zoom is firm yet smooth, and with no sloppiness at all. It's rather reminiscent of a less stiff version of my big Nikon 80-400 AF-D VR zoom. The autofocus has a slight tendency to have a few problems locking on at the maximum 230 mm setting, but by backing off to about halfway between the 135 and 230 mm it will lock in; this occurs more in lower lighting sessions and surprisingly, (at least to me), at distant objects as it seems to be less prevalent in subjects several feet away. The Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) seems to function well, although again at lower lighting levels one needs to be cognizant of both Shutter Speed and ISO as at maximum zoom, one is dealing with a maximum aperture opening of only f6.7. If I know in advance that this is the situation with which I'll be dealing, I opt for either bringing along a monopod or using my Nikon D600 with that VR Zoom. There is also the aspect that the physical size of the Nikon camera permits me to hold it better than my Fuji X-E2 camera. That stated, I bought that camera and two XC lenses (XC 15-45 mm and this XC 50-230 mm) to take with me when travelling (light) for business, to keep in the car, and for just walking around without feeling the weight of the Nikon and one of two heavy zooms. I've had some great photos with it and will undoubtable have even more as I get more used to it. Incredible value lens. The attached photo, compressed extensively, really doesn't do justice, but at full size, it's a sharp crisp photo (where it needs to be); ISO 400, f 5.6, 1/80th second exposure
This lens is often unfairly underrated among the Fuji lineup, yet it's a very useful tool for anyone who is interested in reducing weight of their photo bag. It reminds me of the old Nikon 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR DX AF-S ED: lightweight, sharp and definitely not overpriced. The lens balances well on the X-T20. The center of the picture is pretty sharp even an the widest aperture, and at f/8 it's sharp all over to corners. The lens nicely renders colors. One strange effect of this lens though - the photos come out somewhat darker than when using XF 18-55. Knowing that I usually ramp a bit up exposure compensation. Works like a charm. Focusing speed is not the best in the world (especially when it gets darker) if you're trying to focus on the subject lacking contrast ... MoreThis lens is often unfairly underrated among the Fuji lineup, yet it's a very useful tool for anyone who is interested in reducing weight of their photo bag. It reminds me of the old Nikon 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G VR DX AF-S ED: lightweight, sharp and definitely not overpriced. The lens balances well on the X-T20. The center of the picture is pretty sharp even an the widest aperture, and at f/8 it's sharp all over to corners. The lens nicely renders colors. One strange effect of this lens though - the photos come out somewhat darker than when using XF 18-55. Knowing that I usually ramp a bit up exposure compensation. Works like a charm. Focusing speed is not the best in the world (especially when it gets darker) if you're trying to focus on the subject lacking contrast boundaries. I would not use this lens to capture birds in flight or the dogs running around. But for landscapes it's just terrific. And at daylight this lens produces nice portraits. Of course one's got to be careful handling the lens because of its plastic mounting plate. But I am habitually pretty careful with all my lenses, and so far they serve me well. I would absolutely recommend this lens to my friends.
In the right conditions, the results from this lens are very impressive. I assumed cropping with this lens would be problematic, but you can see the crop of the azalea (shot @230mm) shows plenty of detail.The mason jar shot was a test of the OIS. It's also @ 230mm, but at 1/20 sec. It's not exactly crisp, I would have trouble getting something that sharp at 1/20 sec with a 50mm without OIS. I would estimate the OIS gains 2-3 stops.It's obviously not as sharp as the XF zooms, but it does have one advantage: weight. This a lens I can easily carry around.
I have two Fuji cameras and several fast primes. I had used Fuji lenses for a long time on large format and 35mm film prior to buying into the X camera family, so I expected their XF lenses to be very good and was not disappointed. For reference, I am a long-time Nikon shooter and have experience with Minolta and Olympus as well. Fuji's professional lenses are at least as good as any of them. That said, I had misgivings about the XC lenses and had avoided buying an inexpensive zoom. The XF zooms are reported to be very good, but money is an object these days, so I held off. I recently came by an XC 15-45 "kit" lens at a price I couldn't resist and was blown away by the performance. In that cheap little plastic package are some of the best optics I've ever used, ... MoreI have two Fuji cameras and several fast primes. I had used Fuji lenses for a long time on large format and 35mm film prior to buying into the X camera family, so I expected their XF lenses to be very good and was not disappointed. For reference, I am a long-time Nikon shooter and have experience with Minolta and Olympus as well. Fuji's professional lenses are at least as good as any of them. That said, I had misgivings about the XC lenses and had avoided buying an inexpensive zoom. The XF zooms are reported to be very good, but money is an object these days, so I held off. I recently came by an XC 15-45 "kit" lens at a price I couldn't resist and was blown away by the performance. In that cheap little plastic package are some of the best optics I've ever used, easily the equal of the Fuji XF primes. Of course, they are much slower. No f/1.4 or f/2 maximum aperture here, not even f/2.8. But a case could be made that with new sensors delivering good image quality at high ISO, it's rare that an f/2 lens, let alone an f/1.4, is even necessary. So all of that is true for this lens, too. Cheap, plastic build, slow as molasses f/4.5 at the short end and f/6.7 (not even 6.3???) at the long end. But the price is right, and unless I drop it, do I care that it is made out of plastic? The real question is: is it sharp? Well, the lens elements are glass, and very good glass at that. Fuji knew where to cut corners (plastic and slow aperture) and where not to (optical quality). Combine that with the excellent stabilization, and you have a lightweight lens that balances nicely with and X-T or X-Pro, providing a package you can hand hold and get sharp pictures at absurdly slow shutter speeds. If you need or want a tele zoom that you can actually carry around with you all day and that delivers sharp pictures, look no further. I ding it a star for the plastic mount, but nothing more.
| Lens Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Focal length (35mm format equivalent) | f=50-230mm; (76-350mm) |
| Angle of view | 31.7°-7.1° |
| Max. aperture | F4.5-6.7 |
| Min. aperture | F22 |
