Fujinon GF20-35mmF4 R WR - Review

Fujinon GF20-35mmF4 R WR: More Than Full Frame!

Fujifilm has done it again! With the release of the GF20-35mmF4 R WR, they've expanded the creative horizons of photographers everywhere. This lens is the widest GF lens yet and offers a 35mm equivalent focal range of a 16-28mm lens. For landscape, travel, and architecture photographers, this lens gives limitless options to make use of the GFX System's 1.7x larger than full frame sensor.

One of the most impressive things about the GF20-35mmF4 R LM WR is its constant F4 maximum aperture throughout its focal range. This ensures exposure consistency and fast, accurate autofocusing regardless of the focal length. With one lens fulfilling most wide-angle needs, capturing the beauty of the world has never been easier.

Another great feature of this lens is the stunning results it produces at every setting. The optical construction comprises 14 elements in ten groups, including three aspherical, one ED aspherical, and three ED elements. This design effectively controls distortion and chromatic aberration, resulting in high resolution images up to 100-megapixels with edge-to-edge sharpness at all focal lengths and aperture settings. The Nano GI coating technology also cuts down reflected light, reducing ghosting and flare, boosting sharpness, color, and detail further.

One of the best things about the GF20-35mmF4 R LM WR is its compact design. It measures just 112.5mm (4.4 inches) and weighs 725g (25.6 oz), making it easy to forget it's a large format zoom lens. This lens is perfect for carrying to any location and a great choice for creatives who are prepared to hike long distances to find the perfect location. Its internal zoom mechanism also makes for easy handling and is ready to make memorable images.

The GF20-35mmF4 R LM WR is also equipped with fast AF and assured handling. Its internal zoom mechanism means that its physical length and weight remain constant at every focal length. Minimal breathing throughout the range also ensures framing consistency, while a stepping motor delivers fast, near-silent autofocus down to 35cm (13.78in), so subjects are acquired quickly and without delay.

Like all G Mount lenses, the GF20-35mmF4 R LM WR features a weather-resistant design with 12 sealed points protecting the lens from dust and moisture, keeping it functioning in temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). The front element features a fluorine coating, which repels water, fingerprints, and other marks, ensuring that creativity doesn’t need to stop when the bad weather starts.

Overall, the Fujinon GF20-35mmF4 R LM WR is an impressive lens and certainly More Than Full Frame when it comes to large format image quality. Its wide focal range, constant F4 maximum aperture, high resolution, and compact design make it an excellent choice for photographers who want to capture stunning landscapes, travel, and architecture photos. The weather-resistant design, fast AF, and assured handling make it a reliable lens for use in any condition. If you're a photographer looking for a wide-angle lens that can handle any situation, then the Fujinon GF20-35mmF4 R LM WR is definitely worth considering.

Fujinon GF20-35mmF4 R WR

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