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Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR
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Fujifilm · 500 mm · f/5.6 · Fujifilm X mount · APS-C

Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR

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KEY FACTS
BrandFujifilm
Announcement dateOct 2024
Released2024
Production started2024
Production statusIn Production
What We Like
+Exceptional sharpness from edge to edge at f/5.6, one of the best optical performances in its class
+Outstanding 5.5-stop optical image stabilization enables handheld shooting at slow shutter speeds
+Remarkably compact and lightweight (1335g) for a 500mm super-telephoto, making it highly portable for extended handheld use
+Fast and accurate autofocus with 0.33-second focus speed and effective subject tracking for wildlife and sports
+Premium build quality with weather sealing and white coating, professional-grade handling with smooth rings and rotary controls
+Excellent bokeh rendering and subject separation for dramatic, eye-catching compositions
Worth Knowing
−Fixed focal length reduces composition flexibility compared to zoom alternatives like the XF 150-600mm
−Relatively long 2.75m minimum focus distance limits macro-style compositions and magnification at close range
−Premium $2999 price point is a significant investment, though competitive with similar super-telephoto offerings
−Lens hood build quality feels slightly flimsy for the price; Arca-Swiss dovetail doesn't run the full length of the tripod foot

General

Brand
Fujifilm
Announcement date
ⓘ
Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Oct 2024
Released
ⓘ
Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2024
Production started
2024
Production status
ⓘ
Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Read our notes on general
The Fujifilm XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR is a professional super-telephoto prime lens for Fujifilm's X-series APS-C mirrorless cameras with a 762mm equivalent focal length and f/5.6 maximum aperture. Handling is excellent, autofocus is fast, optical stabilization is highly effective and image quality is drop-dead gorgeous. This lens is compact and lightweight enough for prolonged shooting sessions, unlike many 500mm primes. It's an exceptional choice for wildlife and sports photographers seeking reach without sacrificing portability or optical quality.

Optical design

Minimum Aperture
f/22
Full Frame Equivalent
762mm
Lens Elements
21 elements in 14 groups
ED Elements
5 ED + 2 Super ED elements

Optics

Magnification
0.2x (at minimum focus distance)
Min focal length
500 mm
Max focal length
500 mm
Focal range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
500 mm
Zoom lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Max aperture wide
5.6
Max aperture zoom
5.6
Blades
ⓘ
Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
9020
Closest focusing distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
275 cm01500
Autofocus mode
Yes

Image stabilization

OIS Type
Optical Image Stabilization
Stabilization Range
Up to 5.5 stops

Autofocus

AF Speed
0.33 seconds
AF Features
Subject detection, focus preset function, focus range limiter (full or 5m-infinity)

Build

Color
White
Tripod Mount
Rotating tripod collar with removable Arca-Swiss compatible foot

Compatibility

Teleconverter Compatible
XF 1.4x TC WR and XF 2x TC WR

Physical

Front filter size
ⓘ
Diameter of attachable filters.
95 mm
Lens weight
1335 g
Lens length
ⓘ
How long the lens is from front to back.
255.5 mm
Lens diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
104.5 mm
Lens mount
ⓘ
The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Fujifilm X
Maximum format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
APS-C

Features

Weather sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes