Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR

Fast wide-angle prime with exceptional optical performance

Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR
82/100
LENS SCORE
Features 17
Performance 18
Durability 17
Price 13
Usability 17
Brand Fujifilm
Model 16446345

Key Features

OPTICS 13 elements in 11 groups including 2 aspherical and 2 ED elements
APERTURE 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
FOCUSING Floating focus system for high resolution at all distances
MIN FOCUS Close-up performance with 15cm minimum working distance
WEATHER SEALING Dust and moisture resistant design for harsh environments
COATING Nano-GI coating to reduce ghosting and lens flare
BUILD All-metal barrel construction with premium tactile feel
COMPATIBILITY Designed for Fujifilm X-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras
FOCUS CLUTCH Push-pull focus ring for instant manual focus switching
DIAPHRAGM Dedicated physical aperture ring with 1/3 stop clicks
FILTER 67mm front filter thread diameter
WEIGHT 375g balanced weight for handheld shooting
MOUNT Fujifilm X-mount with electronic communication for EXIF data

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Push-pull clutch mechanism for MF
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Aperture Ring ✓ Present Physical ring with 1/3 stop clicks
AF/MF Switch ~ Limited Via focus ring clutch mechanism
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present Lens does not have OIS
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Full dust and moisture resistance

How-to Use Fujifilm XF 16mm f/1.4 R WR

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 16mm (24mm equivalent)
Max Aperture f/1.4
Min Aperture f/16
Lens Construction 13 elements in 11 groups
Min Focus Distance 0.15m
Max Magnification 0.21x
Diaphragm Blades 9 (rounded)
Filter Size 67mm
Focus Motor DC coreless motor
Weather Sealing Yes
Weight 375g
Dimensions 73.4mm x 73mm