Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS

Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS

Lens Summary

Brand: Fujifilm

Also Known As: Fuji 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS

Lens Type: Zoom Lens

Format: APS-C / DX

Focus: Autofocus

Lens Mount: Fujifilm X

Release Date: 2013-06-25

MSRP Price: $399

Made in: China

Production Status: Discontinued

Lens Description: The Fujinon XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Lens from Fujifilm is a zoom lens with a 35mm equivalent focal length of 24-76mm, covering wide-angle to portrait-length perspectives. It is designed specifically for the Fujifilm X-series of mirrorless cameras with APS-C sensors. The lens provides an 83.2-31.7° angle of view and features auto and manual focus. The XC 16-50mm has a maximum aperture of f/3.5 and can be stopped down to f/22 in 1/3 EV steps. It contains 12 elements in 10 groups, including 3 aspherical elements and 1 extra-low dispersion element that minimize chromatic aberrations, distortions and color fringing throughout the zoom range, while also contributing to high image sharpness.

Photography Life Review Summary: The Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS is a decent kit lens with a fairly decent optical performance. It is very light and compact, and while it is not a super sharp lens, it is good enough for most everyday photography needs. It couples really well with a lightweight Fuji X-series camera body like the Fuji X-T30 or X-T200, making it a great lens to travel with. Read the full Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Review by Photography Life.


Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Specifications

Lens Specifications
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Focal Length16-50mm
Mount TypeFujifilm X
FormatAPS-C / DX
Compatible Format(s)APS-C / DX
Compatible with TeleconvertersNo
Zoom Ratio3.12x
Maximum Reproduction Ratio1:6.7
Image StabilizationYes
Aperture Information
Aperture RingNo
Maximim Aperturef/3.5-f/5.6
Minimum Aperturef/22
Maximum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)83.2°
Minimum Angle of View (APS-C or smaller format)31.7°
Optical Information
Lens Elements12
Lens Groups10
Diaphragm Blades7
Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements1
Aspherical Elements3
Focus Information
FocusAutofocus
Built-in Focus MotorYes
Internal FocusingYes
Minimum Focus Distance0.40m
Filter Information
Filter Size58mm
Accepts Filter TypeScrew-on
Physical Characteristics
Weather / Dust SealingNo
Mount MaterialPlastic
Dimensions62.6 x 98.3mm
Weight195g
Other Information
Available in ColorsBlack

Lens Construction

Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Lens Construction

MTF Chart

Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS MTF Wide Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS MTF Tele

Image Samples

Fuji XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Image Sample #7 Fuji XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Image Sample #6

Fuji XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Image Sample #5 Fuji XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Image Sample #4

Fuji XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Image Sample #3 Fuji XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Image Sample #2

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