Fujifilm XF55-200mmF3.5-4.8 R LM OIS

This medium zoom lens for the X-mount system (Fuji) demonstrates just what's possible when a camera company really puts their mind to it. I had been reading a number of reviews of the Fuji X-mount system for some time, but it was only this past month that I started using the system myself, and I have to say that my own experience has certainly validated what I'd read so many others say: the Fuji X-mount system, in spite of its smaller format, rivals the best of Canon and Nikon's popular models, and some even claim that the Fuji's perform up to Leica and (real) Zeiss levels. I hate to keep repeating myself, but, Wow.This medium zoom range lens starts at 55mm and goes up to 200mm. It's not a particularly fast lens (it's aperture only opens to F/3.5 at the wide end), but that misses the point entirely. With the insanely good high ISO performance that most Fuji X-mount cameras exhibit, it simply becomes less and less of an issue that you can only work within F/3.5 - 4.5. You can ramp the ISO level up to 1600 and even 3200 and almost not notice it at all, and just read what many others have said about this to see if what I'm saying is repeated elsewhere. For me, its absolutely been the case.But back to this lens. The image quality produced by this lens across its focal range almost makes you think you're shooting with a prime. That's a tad of an exaggeration, but not much. Images are sharp, colorful, and detailed. The images remind me of my favorite Zeiss lenses, but then, when I shot with those, ISO was a factor even at 800. Coupled with your favorite Fuji X camera (take your pick of model), you'll be able to knock off quality shots that are sometimes simply amazing.Drawbacks? There is one. The weight and size of this lens is not exactly in line with the diminutive Fuji X cameras, which tend to be light and small. This means that you are in a bit of an off-balanced situation, because at some 560g, the weight will now be to the FRONT of your camera, and you'll have to adjust your shooting grip accordingly. (Most of the Fuji X lenses, including the spectacular 14mm and the 35mm models, are extremely light). So, you have to understand this going into this lens.But, once you do, and you start looking at your images, you may no longer be as "put off" by the lens' much heavier weight than its lighter brothers. Just adjust your shooting technique.The optical image stabilization on this lens works very well. (You can also turn it off with a mechanical switch on the lens). And the lens also has dedicated aperture and manual focus rings, so if you like to shoot without auto functionality, you can do it easily. The mechanical build quality of the lens is good to very-good, with a nearly all-metal construction, tight fit and finish. Unfortunately, no case is provided with the lens, which, at this cost, would have been a nice touch. And, like many lens "systems," there is not perfect uniformity of filter size from lens to lens. But taken as a whole, when you consider the image quality, the build quality, and, yes, the price, this is a fantastic lens that most any Fuji owner will enjoy.It's great to see a camera company moving forward with technology and not rest on old technology barriers until they are completely exhausted. If you have not looked into the Fuji X system yet, start reading the reviews posted on many professional camera review sites, and compare them with the reviews of Fuji owners here on Amazon and other sellers. This lens is an easy five star recommendation, in spite of its weight and somewhat high price.Update after two months of shooting ...After using this lens for the past month in northern and central France, I can report again: WOW. The quality of the images this lens is capable of is truly superb. You have to work around the lens' limitations: it starts at a pretty narrow 55mm, and the physical weight is much greater than many of the Fuji X-mount lenses. But the images the lens can produce are simply stellar. Sharp, sharp, sharp. Beautiful color. The image stabilization on this lens is much better than those I've seen on other lenses. The ability to flip off stabilization with a mechanical switch is a real plus, too, as is the ability to switch to manual aperture with a physical switch and also to manually focus with a dedicated focus ring all are "gravy" on top. But the image quality of images produced with the lens is simply stellar, in my mind arguably putting it in a league with far more expensive lenses (some compare it to Leica professional lenses). Fuji is now (January, 2014) promising at least 10 new X-mount lenses in the near future, but this 55-200mm XF lens is not to be missed while we are waiting for those, and, assuming the lens is in the range (55-200mm) you require, you'll want it regardless of any new lenses that are to be produced in the future. It's performance really make up for any weight and aperture limitations.Update after Three YEARS of ShootingWell, I have to say, over these three years, Fuji has put out some remarkable lenses. The XF 16mm, the new XF 35mm and XF 23mm, and, of course, the superlative XF 23mm, XF 56mm, and XF 90mm are all "best in class" lenses by nearly any standard. Funny, though, how this XF 55-200mm lens, while not ever denigrated, doesn't seem to get mentioned much. I say "funny," because this lens is still a favorite of mine after all these years. There is something to the way the photos from this lens look that makes it stand out: simultaneously sharp and smooth (I know that sounds contradictory), some of the photos that I receive the most compliments for were shot with this lens. And at a normal price of only nearly 1/2 of many of Fuji's "top" lenses, it's a bargain, too. I can't recommend this lens highly enough, particularly if you are new to the Fuji "X" line and just want to start building your lens set. It takes astounding pictures that have beautiful "presence" (I don't know what other word to use), and its image stabilization works shockingly well. (If you are using the new Fuji X-H1 camera, which has built-in image stabilization, that doesn't matter, but for all the other Fuji cameras, it does.) Don't let the price fool you. It's a TERRIFIC lens. And, while I am thinking of it, don't let the price of Fuji's newest, cheapest lens, the new XC 15-45mm lens  Fujinon XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ Lens - Black  which is only $299 and is not even an "XF" model, fool you either. It takes remarkable pictures. Don't overlook either of these two lenses because of price!

Updated: 5/3/2015 Well, ,so far so darn good! I've used this lens pretty regularly and it has not disappointed. Yes, it does fail to acquire focus at times, but hey, so DID THE 56 1.2 that wound up returning to Amazon. That sucked big time. I've also added a few of the images taken over the holidays; some handheld, some tripod, but you can see the quality, Oh, and three of these are for sale on two different stock sites... If that tells you something. I'm very happy with the lens and feel I made an excellent choice in my decision to select this 55-200 over the 50-140 just for weight alone. The whole purpose of the Fuji system for me was excellent image quality: CHECK. The ability to print to 24 x 18" without photoshop tricks such as image resizing: CHECK. Light weight: CHECK. Mission Accomplished Fuji!I received this lens today. It was a difficult choice deciding between this, and the new 50-140 F2.8. This lens won out by a long shot mostly because I didn't want to be burdened with the weight and size of the 50-140 even though all the reviews are so very positive.Since I already have the 18-55, 35 1.4, and the Zeiss 12mm I went with the 55-200 as my choice for telephoto. I opened the box, slapped it on my X-T1, and my first image was a 1/7th at 172mm shot inside the house; All I can say is WOW! The OIS works amazing, couple that with the perfect sharpness -- even at ISO 2500, And I am completely blown away! Now, I can safely sell my Nikon 70-200 F2.8 (in itself an incredible lens). I'm slowly trying to move away from my Nikon gear and this is just another stepping stone on my journey there.The lens feel super solid! I just love the feel. Hard to describe. The zoom ring is tight, I like it that way. The balance on the X-T1 is also great. On a side note, I have a metal grip for my right hand on the X-T1. But, regardless, it is a beautiful piece of glass.I do wish it were water resistant but I can live without it. I will say I've taken my 18-55 out in freezing rain, and snow, with no adverse effects so I'm not too worried. The price here on Amazon was solid; I couldn't be happier that I selected this instead of the 50-140 beast.

An expensive lens was sent in a bag! All of the accessories were missing and my only option is to return everything.

Obiettivo, robusto, solido, non troppo pesante e stabilizzato.L’ho comprato per fare principalmente dei ritratti, dei primi piani ed ha un bokeh stupendo, oltre che una ottima messa a fuoco.Pagato 580€, prezzo in offerta e nettamente al di sotto del prezzo medio di mercato. Talvolta l’usato si trova a prezzi più alti.

J'ai acheté cet objectif, à défaut d'avoir pu trouver le 70-300 en rupture de stock depuis plusieurs mois. J'étais donc un peu inquiète ayant l'habitude à un 70-300 sur mon Nikon. Mais en fin de compte je ne regrette pas mon achat. Cet objectif est vraiment de très bonne qualité et couplé avec mon x-t4 c'est le top du top. Je l'ai utilisé en parc animalier et aussi en rando pour faire des photos de paysages (et oui il n'y a pas que le grand angle). Je suis impressionnée. Les photos sont nettes même en zoomant sur les détails. L'autofocus est silencieux et rapide. J'avais peur que la focal 200 soit trop courte par rapport au 300 mais en fin de compte je me suis très bien adapté et j'apprécie de débuter la prise de vue à 55 mm au lieu de 70 qui parfois me limiter dans mes choix de composition photographique. Je ne peux que recommander cet objectif.

Lente muito silenciosa, ótimo contraste e nitidez. Qualidade de construção impecável. Estabilização bastante eficiente. Gostei bastante dessa lente, é a que mais utilizo em minha câmera.

La calidad de las imágenes del zoom 55-200 de Fujinon acoplado a una cámara Fujifilm X-T3 son excelentes. A 105mm de distancia focal, f20, sobre trípode, y a 2m de distancia del objeto a fotografiar (unas orquídeas) lo he comparado con el magnífico objetivo macro de 105mm de Nikon (última generación) sobre una cámara Nikon 5500. Las imágenes son prácticamente indistinguibles, quizás con una ligerísima ventaja en nitidez para el Fujinon. Pero quizás esta ligerísima ventaja se deba a las distintas cámaras usadas y no a las lentes. Así y todo, es impresionante lo bien que compara este zoom a un objetivo fijo de la más alta calidad. Lo he usado también para retrato y niños en movimiento con muy buenos resultados. Me gustaría que pudiera enfocar a distancias más cortas de lo que lo hace, aproximadamente un metro de distancia en todo el rango de aberturas. Además recomiendo vivamente esta lente por su relativo peso moderado, disponer de anillo manual de diafragma, y su muy efectivo sistema de reducción de vibraciones. Su construcción mayormente metálica proporciona una magnífica sensación de solidez y calidad al usarlo, sensaciones que pueden extenderse a muchos de los productos Fujifilm de mediana y alta gama.