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Fujifilm GF 100-200mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens Announced, Price $1,999

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Fujifilm has announced that their newest GF lens; Fujinon GF 100-200mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR This is the eighth Fujinon GF lens and the second zoom lens that joins the medium-format GFX system.

Designed with outdoor photographers in mind, the GF 100-200mm f/5.6 lens features a durable and lightweight design and includes weather resistant construction. Ideal to shoot landscape, travel and nature photography, the new telephoto zoom lens is resilient with its ability to operate in extreme temperatures (down to 14 °F) and sealed lens to resist dust and moisture –all without sacrificing image quality. Regarding its size, the lens weighs approximately 2.3 pounds (1,050 grams) and is 7.2 inches long (183 millimeters). The lens has a 67mm filter thread. Further, the lens has a rotating tripod foot which can be removed.

The US price of the Fujifilm GF 100-200mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens is $1,999.00, you can check pre-order links at B&H Photo Video/Adorama. This lens will be released in late February, 2019.

Fujifilm GF 100-200mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR specifications

Principal specifications
Lens type Zoom lens
Max Format size Medium Format (44x33mm)
Focal length 100–200 mm
Image stabilization Yes
CIPA Image stabilization rating stop(s)
Lens mount Fujifilm G
Aperture
Maximum aperture F5.6
Minimum aperture F32
Aperture ring Yes
Number of diaphragm blades 9
Optics
Elements 20
Groups 13
Special elements / coatings 1 aspherical + 2 super ED elements
Focus
Minimum focus 0.60 m (23.62)
Maximum magnification 0.2×
Autofocus Yes
Motor type Linear Motor
Full time manual Yes
Focus method Internal
Distance scale No
DoF scale No
Focus distance limiter Yes
Physical
Weight 1050 g (2.31 lb)
Diameter 90 mm (3.52)
Length 183 mm (7.2)
Materials Magnesium alloy
Sealing Yes
Colour Black
Zoom method Rotary (extending)
Power zoom No
Zoom lock No
Filter thread 67 mm
Hood supplied Yes
Tripod collar Yes

Fujifilm Introduces the GF 100-200mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR  Telephoto Zoom Lens

Fujifilm GF 100-200mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens Announced, Price $1,999

Key features of the FUJINON GF100-200mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR lens:

Ultra-High Image Quality: The lens is made up of 20 elements in 13 groups including two super Extra Low Dispersion Glass lenses and one aspherical lens to reduce chromatic and field curvature aberrations.

Powerful Image Stabilization: Equipped with an excellent five stop image stabilization (CIPA guidelines), the lens allows photographers to make the most of the GFX’s high image resolution performance even without the use of a tripod.

Silent and High-Speed Autofocus: The linear motor which drives the focus is accurate, quiet and fast. The lens also includes an enhanced mechanism for fixing the linear motor position when turning the power off or using playback mode to avoid any additional vibration.

Robust Durable Design, Appropriate for Tough Shooting Environments: The lens is sealed across 10 areas for dust and weather resistance allowing photographers to shoot with stability in tough environments.

GF1.4X TC WR Compatible: The 1.4x teleconverter (GF1.4X TC WR) extends the telephoto shooting range to 140-280mm (equivalent to 111-221mm in 35mm format) while maintaining superior image quality.

The GF100-200mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR lens complements the FUJIFILM GFX 50S and FUJIFILM GFX 50R as well as the full lineup of GF lenses for the Fujifilm GFX mirrorless digital camera system. GF lenses are known for top image quality using the finest optical design and production technologies to achieve high-resolution and rich tonal reproduction, making them popular among professional photographers and photo enthusiasts.

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