A Review of the Fujifilm XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR Lens

For Fujifilm photographers who want a ton of reach, the XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR offers focal lengths out to the equivalent of 914mm, making it a tempting option for sports and bird photographers. Can it up with the demands of those genres, though? This excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in use. 

Coming to you from Christopher Frost, this great video review takes a look at the Fujifilm XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR lens. The 150-600mm f/5.6-8 comes with a nice range of features, including:

  • 229-914mm equivalent focal length, expandable to up to 1,828mm with teleconverters
  • Four Super ED and three ED elements for reduced chromatic aberrations and improved clarity
  • Rounded nine-blade diaphragm for more pleasing bokeh
  • Image stabilization offering up to five stops of compensation
  • Linear motor system for fast and quiet autofocus suitable for both photos and video
  • Reduced focus breathing
  • On-lens controls for focus settings
  • Weather-sealing for protection against dust and moisture
  • Fluorine coating for front element protection
  • Rotating tripod collar
  • Lens hood with window for easy filter adjustment

Altogether, the XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR looks like a nice lens for Fujifilm users. Check out the video above for Frost's full thoughts on the lens.

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Alex Cooke is a Cleveland-based portrait, events, and landscape photographer. He holds an M.S. in Applied Mathematics and a doctorate in Music Composition. He is also an avid equestrian.

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