Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II Lens

The Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II Lens is a versatile professional standard zoom designed for Fujifilm X Series mirrorless cameras. Covering a highly useful 16-55mm focal range, equivalent to 24-84mm in 35mm format, this fast Fujinon zoom lens is ideal for everything from landscapes, travel and street photography to portraits, events and everyday shooting. Its constant f/2.8 maximum aperture provides consistent exposure throughout the zoom range, excellent low-light performance and the ability to create attractive background separation.

Professional Optical Performance

The XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II features a sophisticated 16-element, 11-group optical design incorporating four aspherical elements, three ED elements and one Super ED element. This advanced construction is designed to deliver high levels of sharpness and detail while helping to control chromatic aberration and optical distortion. Fujifilm has designed the lens to resolve the demands of high-resolution X Series cameras, including 40.2-megapixel models.

The 11-bladed rounded aperture diaphragm produces smooth, attractive bokeh, making the lens particularly useful for portraits, environmental photography and creative shallow-depth-of-field images. The 30cm minimum focusing distance throughout the zoom range and 0.21x maximum magnification also allow for detailed close-up photography.

Fast and Quiet Autofocus

A newly upgraded linear motor system provides fast, accurate and near-silent autofocus, making the XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II well suited to both still photography and video. The improved focusing system is designed to keep pace with modern Fujifilm X Series cameras while providing precise focus performance for demanding photographic situations.

For video creators, the lens also introduces a de-clickable aperture control, allowing smooth exposure adjustments during recording without the traditional click stops. The manual focus ring can also be adjusted for different rotational distances, providing greater control for filmmaking and focus pulls.

Compact, Lightweight and Weather Resistant

Despite its professional constant f/2.8 aperture, the XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II is approximately 37% lighter than the original XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR, weighing just 410g. Measuring approximately 78.3 x 95mm at the wide-angle end, it provides an impressive combination of optical performance and portability for photographers who want to keep their kit compact without sacrificing versatility.

The lens is weather resistant and designed to resist dust and moisture when paired with a compatible weather-resistant Fujifilm X Series camera. It can also be used in low-temperature conditions down to -10°C, making it a strong choice for outdoor photography, travel and professional location work.

Key Features

• Fujifilm X Mount standard zoom lens

• 16-55mm focal length

• 24-84mm equivalent in 35mm format

• Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture

• 16 elements in 11 groups

• 4 aspherical, 3 ED and 1 Super ED elements

• 11-bladed rounded aperture diaphragm

• Fast and near-silent linear motor autofocus

• 30cm minimum focusing distance throughout the zoom range

• 0.21x maximum magnification

• Weather resistant construction

• Resistant to dust, moisture and temperatures down to -10°C

• De-clickable aperture control for video

• Adjustable manual focus ring

• Compatible with high-resolution Fujifilm X Series cameras

• 410g lightweight design

• 72mm filter thread

Ideal For

The Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II is an excellent all-round lens for Fujifilm X Series photographers. The 16mm wide-angle setting is ideal for landscapes, architecture, interiors, travel and environmental photography, while the 23-35mm range is well suited to street photography, documentary work and everyday shooting. At 55mm, it becomes particularly useful for portraits and subject isolation. The constant f/2.8 aperture also makes it a strong choice for weddings, events, low-light photography and professional video production.

Compatibility

Designed for Fujifilm X Series mirrorless cameras using the Fujifilm X Mount. It is an APS-C X Series lens with a 24-84mm equivalent field of view. For the best weather resistance, it should be paired with a compatible weather-resistant X Series camera body.

Specifications

• Mount: Fujifilm X Mount

• Focal Length: 16-55mm

• 35mm Equivalent: 24-84mm

• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8

• Minimum Aperture: f/22

• Angle of View: 83.2°-29°

• Optical Construction: 16 elements in 11 groups

• Aspherical Elements: 4

• ED Elements: 3

• Super ED Elements: 1

• Aperture Blades: 11

• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.3m

• Maximum Magnification: 0.21x

• Filter Size: 72mm

• Diameter: 78.3mm

• Length: 95mm at wide angle / 122mm at telephoto

• Weight: 410g