The GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR is a super telephoto prime lens that can capture images up to 500mm (equivalent to 396mm in 35mm format), making it the longest in the lineup of FUJINON GF lenses. When combined with the FUJINON Teleconverter GF1.4X TC WR, which extends the lens' focal length, it achieves a maximum focal length of 700mm (equivalent to 554mm in 35mm format). Despite being a super telephoto lens, it weighs approximately 1,375g*3 and offers portability.
The combination of the powerful telephoto performance of the GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR and the high resolution that the GFX System work seamlessly together to capture the precise and fine details often missed. This lens can accurately capture the sweat flying from athletes during intense moments, the wrinkles on the skin of wild animals, and the individual feathers of birds, bringing out a level of realism and detail that cannot be perceived with the naked eye. By miniaturising a typically large and heavy super telephoto lens and achieving high-speed and high accuracy autofocus, the GFX System now brings super telephoto photography in sports, wildlife, and bird photography, where portability is required. Furthermore, with improved image stabilisation sensing accuracy and optimal mechanical design, it achieves a powerful image stabilisation mechanism with up to 6.0 stops*4 of vibration compensation. You can easily enjoy handheld shooting in the challenging super telephoto range where camera shake is more likely to occur. By combining the GFX System with the GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR, which is commonly captured by 35mm Full Frame cameras, it opens up new possibilities and allows for unprecedented image quality.
The longest telephoto prime lens in the "GF lens" lineup
- Equipped with a focal length of 500mm (equivalent to 396mm in 35mm format), making it the longest in the history of GF lenses and excelling in sports, wildlife, and bird photography.
- By combining it with the FUJINON Teleconverter GF1.4X TC WR that extends the lens' focal length, it achieves a maximum focal length equivalent to 700mm (equivalent to 554mm in 35mm format). Additionally, when using the "35mm format mode" that crops only the centre portion of the sensor, it allows for shooting at a focal length equivalent to 693mm in 35mm format*5.
- Adopts a state-of-the-art lens construction of 14 groups and 21 elements, including two Super ED lenses and five ED lenses, effectively suppressing chromatic aberration specific to super telephoto lenses and achieving high resolution performance. It accurately captures the level of detail beyond what the naked eye can see that is unique to super telephoto lenses.
By combining lightweight design and toughness, it makes all-day shooting in any scene possible
- Through a redesign of the components with lightweight parts, it weighs approximately 1,375g, which will shift perceptions of large-format telephoto lenses. In addition to the lightweight design of each lens, the optimal arrangement of ED lenses and Super ED lenses minimises chromatic aberration, enabling both compact and lightweight construction and high resolution performance.
- Despite being a telephoto lens that tends to have a larger front element, it has a comfortable grip without feeling the weight of the front by optimising the lens element placements.
- It adopts a weather resistant, and -10°C low-temperature resistant structure with sealing at 18 points in the lens barrel. Furthermore, the front element of the lens is coated with fluorine, providing water-repellent and anti-smudge capabilities. It can be used with peace of mind for all day shooting in adverse weather conditions.
Powerful 6.0-stop image stabilisation performance
- By improving the sensing accuracy of camera shake and implementing optimal mechanism design, it achieves a powerful 6.0-stop image stabilisation mechanism. You can comfortably Commented [SV1]: Can this claim be substantiated? Commented [SV2]: I think this is a stretch. The specs don’t allow the lens out in any scene/condition. Recommend editing or substituting for words that describe the lens within the specs, or “in adverse weather conditions” as further below.
enjoy handheld shooting in the challenging super telephoto range where camera shake is more likely to occur.
Fast and accurate autofocus with comfortable operation
- While maintaining high resolution performance, it adopts an inner focus system that incorporates a smaller and lighter focus lens and drives the focus group using a linear motor. This enables a fast and silent autofocus (“AF”) with a minimum delay of approximately 0.31 seconds6. Even in super telephoto shooting where precise focusing is required, it allows you to capture your subject quickly and accurately.
- The Focus Preset function is featured so that the focus can be shifted to a location pre-defined with the Focus Preset button*7. This reduces users’ operation workload as they don’t need to re-adjust focus on a targeted subject.
- The lens also features the Focus Limiter*8, allowing users to restrict the lens’s AF range. This can shorten AF time when photographing a subject that is five meters away or more.
- The Focus Control button*7 is placed at the front edge of the lens barrel. Press this button to instantly recall a function you have assigned with the Focus Selector*7 for smooth AF operation.
