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*All orders must be shipped to the billing address on file for final approval of transaction. Qualifying purchase amount must be on one receipt. A Promo Fee does not apply to this offer. No interest will be charged on the promo balance if you pay it off, in full, within the promo period. If you do not, interest will be charged on the promo balance from the purchase date. The required minimum monthly payments may or may not pay off the promo balance before the end of the promo period, depending on purchase amount, promo length and payment allocation. Regular account terms apply to non-promo purchases and, after promo period ends, to the promo balance. New Accounts as of 7/16/24: Purchase APR 34.99%. Penalty APR 39.99%.Min Interest Charge $2. A promo fee will be charged equal to 2% of the amount financed on an equal payment no interest promotion of 18 months or more. Existing cardholders: See your credit card agreement terms. Subject to credit approval. We reserve the right to discontinue or alter the terms of this offer anytime.
** New Accounts as of 7/16/24: Purchase APR 34.99%. Penalty APR 39.99%.Min Interest Charge $2. A promo fee will be charged equal to 2% of the amount financed on an equal payment no interest promotion of 18 months or more. Existing cardholders: See your credit card agreement terms.
The Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II is a premium standard zoom lens engineered for Fujifilm X-Series mirrorless cameras, delivering professional-grade optical performance in an everyday focal range. This versatile zoom covers 24-84mm equivalent, offering a constant f/2.8 aperture throughout the entire zoom range for consistent exposure control and shallow depth of field across all focal lengths. The combination of advanced optical design, refined manual controls, and weather-resistant construction makes it the ideal choice for photographers who demand fast, reliable performance across diverse shooting situations without compromise.
The Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II maintains an impressive constant maximum aperture of f/2.8 across its entire 16-55mm focal length, ensuring consistent shutter speeds and creative control whether you're shooting wide landscapes at 16mm or compressed compositions at 55mm. This constant aperture design eliminates exposure compensation during zoom adjustments, delivering predictable results in both studio and field conditions. The sophisticated optical construction features 16 elements in 11 groups, including one Super ED element and three extra-low dispersion (ED) elements strategically positioned to minimize chromatic aberration even at the widest apertures, and four aspherical elements that provide edge-to-edge sharpness from corner to corner.
Weather-resistant sealing with a fluorine-coated front element protects the lens from environmental challenges including dust, moisture, and salt spray during demanding outdoor assignments. The internal optical surfaces benefit from multi-coating technology that reduces flare and ghosting while maintaining natural color rendition under mixed lighting. A manual focus ring with electronically-coupled focus-by-wire control allows photographers to seamlessly transition between autofocus and manual focus without changing modes, essential for fine-tuning critical focus during handheld work or video recording.
The XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II delivers exceptional contrast and micro-contrast that rewards both technical sharpness and aesthetic rendering. The extra-low dispersion elements are particularly effective at controlling secondary spectrum, ensuring that color fringing remains imperceptible even when shooting high-contrast scenes against bright skies or when using the lens wide open. Vignetting is minimal across the zoom range, and barrel distortion at the wide end is well-controlled for architectural and environmental photography. The lens achieves approximately 0.21x magnification at maximum reproduction ratio, positioning it as a standard general-purpose zoom rather than a macro-capable alternative, though this design choice allows for optimized focusing speed and edge-to-edge image quality.
The fluorine coating on the front element provides practical benefits beyond weather resistance. Water droplets bead up and roll away rather than spreading across the glass, and fingerprints wipe away with minimal effort without requiring aggressive cleaning. This coating extends lens life by reducing the accumulation of mineral deposits from hard water or salt spray, important for photographers who work in coastal or tropical environments.
The linear autofocus motor operates silently and smoothly, prioritizing video work where focus motor noise can contaminate audio tracks. Focus response is precise across all focal lengths, with no hunting or overshooting even when subjects move rapidly across the frame. The manual focus ring is generously sized with a textured rubber grip that provides tactile feedback and precise manual focus control during critical focus confirmation or follow focus work. The focus-by-wire system provides smooth, precise manual focus control when engaged, while the linear autofocus motor handles automated focusing. Switching to manual focus is instantaneous by simply rotating the focus ring, without navigating menus or changing autofocus modes.
Editorial photographers and commercial assignment specialists rely on the XF 16-55mm f/2.8 as their primary workhorse lens, covering the vast majority of real-world shooting situations without requiring lens changes. The constant f/2.8 aperture ensures consistent lighting and shallow depth of field for subject isolation during portrait work within the mid-telephoto range. Travel photographers appreciate the focal range's versatility combined with compact dimensions and weather-sealed construction, allowing confident shooting in challenging environments from humid rainforests to dusty urban environments. Videographers working with Fujifilm X-Series bodies benefit from the silent autofocus motor, smooth focus transitions, and optical stability during handheld video recording or gimbal-based movement.
Environmental and documentary photographers value the weather-resistant construction and reliable autofocus for extended outdoor assignments lasting hours or days in variable conditions. The ability to maintain a consistent f/2.8 throughout the zoom range simplifies exposure automation during rapid-fire shooting, ensuring consistent exposure across a sequence of images as focal length changes during active documentation.
The Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II uses a 72mm filter diameter, a standard size with abundant optical accessory options including protective filters, circular polarizers, neutral density filters, and graduated neutral density options. The front element is recessed within the lens barrel, providing a protective design that accommodates lens hoods without requiring extended adapters or step-up rings. A premium lens hood ships with the lens, engineered to match the barrel design while providing effective stray light rejection and protection from side-incident light during outdoor shooting. The recessed design also simplifies storage and transportation, as the hood can remain attached without significantly increasing pack volume.
Photographers building complementary optical systems should explore the broader Fujifilm lens lineup to identify focal lengths that extend beyond the XF 16-55mm range. The Camera Accessories category at Samy's Camera offers mounting solutions, support systems, and handling accessories that enhance lens performance and handling comfort during extended shooting sessions. Lens Accessories including focus ring extensions, follow focus gears, and optical bench mounts support specialized applications from macro reproduction to precision focus stacking.
The Fujifilm X-Series sensor applies a 1.5x crop factor relative to 35mm full-frame standards, making the XF 16-55mm lens equivalent to approximately 24-84mm in full-frame terms. This standard wide-to-moderate-telephoto range covers landscapes, environmental portraiture, architectural interiors, and general-purpose photography typical of editorial and commercial assignment work.
The XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II autofocus operates on all current X-Series mirrorless cameras equipped with autofocus-capable lenses. The linear autofocus motor delivers fast, accurate focusing across the entire X-Series lineup including X-T series bodies, X-H series professional bodies, and X-Pro rangefinder-style cameras. Older X-Series bodies manufactured before autofocus support can operate the lens in silent manual focus mode, though contemporary X-Series systems are designed to leverage the silent autofocus performance.
The weather-resistant construction includes sealed barrel joints, internal moisture barriers, and protective aperture mechanisms that prevent dust and water ingress during light rain, sea spray, or dusty environments. The fluorine coating on the front element repels water droplets, allowing moisture to sheet away rather than pooling on the optical surface. This design is suitable for outdoor work in variable weather conditions, light rain, and dusty environments, though the lens should not be intentionally submerged in water or subjected to sustained heavy rain.
Yes. The linear autofocus motor ensures smooth, silent focusing during video recording, eliminating focus motor noise that would be captured in audio tracks. The constant f/2.8 aperture maintains consistent exposure as you adjust focal length during recording, simplifying exposure automation and reducing distracting exposure shifts within clips. The manual focus ring with integrated clutch allows smooth focus pulls during recording, and the lens remains optically stable during handheld movement or gimbal-based camera motion.
The XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II achieves approximately 0.21x magnification at maximum reproduction ratio, suitable for standard product photography, editorial work, and general optical applications. This magnification ratio is not sufficient for macro-level close-up work, though the lens produces attractive bokeh and isolation at medium distances. Photographers requiring higher magnification should explore dedicated Fujifilm Cameras systems that support macro lens attachments or extension tubes.
The Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II ships with a premium dedicated lens hood engineered to match the barrel profile and reduce stray light. Front and rear lens caps protect the optical surfaces during storage and transportation. The lens itself arrives calibrated and ready for use on any compatible Fujifilm X-Series body. Optional accessories including Lens Cases & Pouches, Filter Accessories, and protective systems are available separately to customize protection based on individual shooting environments.
The constant f/2.8 aperture, weather-sealed construction, and linear autofocus motor position the XF 16-55mm f/2.8 as a professional-grade standard zoom rather than an entry-level kit lens. The fast constant aperture enables consistent shallow depth of field for subject isolation, reliable low-light performance without ISO escalation, and predictable exposure control during rapid-fire shooting. The weather-resistant design supports outdoor assignment work in challenging conditions, and the premium optical construction delivers edge-to-edge sharpness and micro-contrast that supports large prints and detailed cropping in post-production. Professional photographers typically choose the XF 16-55mm f/2.8 as their primary workhorse lens based on performance consistency and durability rather than economy.
Samy's Camera carries the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II in stock with fast shipping and comprehensive expert support. Whether you're building your first Fujifilm X-Series kit or upgrading from an earlier standard zoom, our team can help you select the right lens and identify complementary accessories to optimize your optical system. Explore the complete selection of Lenses and Lenses & Accessories to discover professional-grade optics and support systems designed for serious photography work.
