Fujinon XF 16-200 vs XF 18-135 Size Comparison and Thoughts

We recently took a look at the 8 remaining lenses Fujifilm has “under consideration” for future release.

And since I love this lens here, I picked as my favorite future lens the Fujinon XF16-200mm superzoom.

Now, I know it would make me look more “Pro” if I’d advocate for red-badge fast lenses.

But hey, if Melinda Sue Gordon shoots the official backstage images of the Dunkirk blockbuster with the XF18-135mm lens – we reported here – then I guess the lens is plenty of good enough also for my much more humble needs.

With that said, I decided to take a closer look at the potential XF16-200mm, based on specs given to us by Fujifilm (and turned into the above silhouette by FR-reader Hiergeist), to see if the XF16-200mm could really be a potential replacement for the XF18-135mm.

  • Fujinon XF 16-200mm
    – length 120-140mm
    – diameter 70-80
    – weight 600-800g
  • Fujinon XF 18-135mm
    – length 97.8mm at minium extension and 156mm at maximum extension
    – diameter 75.7
    – weight 490g

We can see: especially on the shorter side of the range given to us by Fujifilm, the XF16-200 would be quite close in size to the current XF18-135mm (just about 22mm longer and 110g heavier).

If Fujifilm would launch the Fujinon XF16-200mm, then I would surely buy it to replace the XF18-135mm.

In fact, after I bought the XF18-135mm I sold both my XF18-55mm and XF55-200mm. But having again the option to go all the way at 200mm and also to go wider at 16mm would be very welcome, especially if the overall size and weight increase are contained as suggested by the specs shared by Fujifilm.

So, I stand by my wish: if I have to pick one, I would like the Fujinon XF 16-200mm.

But again, feel free to drop your wish and vote here.

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Fujifilm X-T6 with Back-Illuminated Dials :: Dreams of Fujifilm X-T5S :: How to Re-Do the GFX :: and More :: FR-Reader Wishlist Corner

Time to catch up and share a FR-reader wishlist corner post.

by Chris

Once upon a time (2010?), Fujifilm launched the second version of a 3D camera, the Fujifilm Finepix Real 3D W3.

Stereo enthusiasts still regard this as a high point but of course its specifications (especially the sensors) are now very dated.

Do you think there is ANY CHANCE Fujifilm might produce a new version, almost certainly with enhanced video capabilities for viewing on 3D display laptops, AR/MR/VR headsets and more traditional ways?

There have been “Mickey Mouse” 3D cameras launched recently, but they are more toys than proper cameras, see e.g. XREAL Beam Pro.

by Jerry

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Fujifilm X-E5 and XF23mmF2.8 Preorders Start at 6:00 AM New York Time (X Summit at 5AM) and Here are the Links

Many asked me (such as here and here): when can you preorder the X-E5 and the XF23mmF2.8 R WR?

Well, we have the answer.

Pre-orders will start when the X Summit ends.

So, the X Summit is at 5AM EDT and therefore starting at 6:00 AM New York time stores will list the Fujifilm X-E5 on their pages and you’ll be able to preorder it. Same goes for the Fujinon XF23mmF2.8 R WR.

Down below you’ll find the links to the X-E5 at several stores. They might not show the X-E5 right now, but at 6:00 AM New York time they will lead you to the X-E5.

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Hell Yes, I’m Pre-Ordering the Fujifilm X-E5 — Here’s Why! Will You Join Me? And in Which Color?

The decision is made.

I’m going to pre-order the Fujifilm X-E5 the very moment it’s listed online. And then, well… I’ll probably wait eight months to actually get it 😄.

The color? I think I’ll go with this color this time – it will be the first time I get an X-E camera in that color. Things need to change a bit sometimes :).

Why?

At the risk of sounding shallow — but I’ll be honest — it’s mostly because of its sheer beauty.

Yes, the specs are fantastic: a 40MP sensor, IBIS, subject detection… all of that makes it an incredibly capable camera.

But those features come second. The real reason? It’s just gorgeous. In my eyes, one of the most beautiful digital cameras ever made.

And there’s another reason that caught me by surprise: the film simulation dial.

It’s so cleverly integrated, and I love the fact that you can assign three custom film simulation recipes to it.

I already know which two recipes I’ll use to start with… and I’ll see what to put on the thrid one:

So no, I don’t need the X-E5.
But yes — I want it.
And this time, that’s reason enough. Especially considering how crazy my last 12 months were.

And as the wise old saying goes (which I totally just made up to justify my purchase): If the past year’s been rough, treat yourself with new stuff. And who am I to ignore such timeless wisdom? 😉

But the question now is: will you get one for yourself?

And if so, in which color?

I’ll go with this one. But I am curious to see which version is your favorite.

Feel free to vote the survey below.

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