Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR - Review

Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR: A Lens That Lives Up to Its Legacy

When it comes to the optical design of a lens, some things should never change. And that's exactly what Fujifilm has chosen to do with their latest offering, the XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR lens. With the new weather-resistant design, this lens has retained its XF lens optical designs that make them a beloved addition to any X Series user’s camera bag. In this review, I will cover the details of the Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR lens and share my thoughts on its features and performance.

Design and Build Quality

The Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR lens boasts of a new, sophisticated gyro sensor that is designed to improve Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) from their previous XF lenses by 1.0 stop, thus bringing vibration reduction performance up to 3.5 stops. Additionally, it has been imbued with a weather-resistant design, which means that it is both dust and moisture resistant, even in temperatures as low as 14°Fahrenheit (-10°Celsius). This allows the lens to be used in challenging environments and conditions without any issues.

One of the things that I appreciate the most about the XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR lens is that it maintains a compact form factor while still being able to deliver edge-to-edge sharpness with constant F4 aperture value throughout its entire range of focal lengths. The aperture ring is now equipped with an "A-position" aperture lock and an f-stop scale, which are user-requested features that are much appreciated. Also, the lens's width has been reduced by 1mm to shave off 0.9 oz (25g) off the total weight, further adding practicality for less weight.

Performance

As someone who values a fast, reliable, and near-silent autofocus, I can attest that the XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR lens does not disappoint in this regard. Using a high-precision motor, the lightweight focusing elements snap into place, making it easy to maintain sharp and focused images, even while the subject is moving within the frame. The lens's OIS keeps everything steady, even in situations where there is a lot of movement, which is crucial for any photographer or videographer.

I noticed that Fujifilm has also made an effort to minimize breathing with the Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR lens, making it an excellent choice for videography. With the improved OIS and minimized breathing, video footage comes out impressively smooth and stable even with handheld shooting.

Verdict

With a 4.6-star rating and 73 reviews, the Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR lens has gained significant popularity in the photography world. I can attest that this popularity is well-deserved, as this lens is incredibly fast, reliable, and silent. The weather-resistant design makes it versatile in all sorts of conditions and environments, and the user-requested features such as the f-stop scale and aperture lock only add to the lens's practicality.

However, as with any lens, there are some disadvantages. Being a wide-angle zoom lens, there can be issues with distortion, especially towards the edges of the frame. While it's not something that's out of the ordinary for this type of lens, it's worth considering when choosing a lens.

Overall, the Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR lens lives up to its legacy of delivering sharp, edge-to-edge images, and with the new improvements, it is even better than before. This lens is an excellent addition to anyone's camera bag, whether you're a professional photographer or a hobbyist enthusiast alike.

Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR

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