Kimono Smile
Coming of age at Meiji Jingu in Tokyo : beautiful kimono !
The Fujinon XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS is a versatile telephoto zoom lens that delivers excellent image quality, stability, and reach for Fujifilm X-series users. Perfect for sports, wildlife, portrait, and event photography, this lens provides a solid range in a relatively compact package, making it ideal for photographers who need flexibility without the bulk.
With a focal range of 55-200mm (equivalent to 83-300mm on full-frame), the XF 55-200mm covers everything from mid-telephoto to long telephoto, providing ample reach for capturing distant subjects. Its variable aperture of f/3.5-4.8 helps keep the lens relatively lightweight and portable while still providing good low-light performance. Built with high-quality materials and a premium feel, it includes a metal lens barrel and focus rings, reflecting Fujifilm’s attention to durability and design.
Optically, this lens is impressive, featuring two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements and one Super ED element to reduce chromatic aberration and maintain sharpness throughout the zoom range. Colors are rendered accurately, and contrast remains strong, with edge-to-edge sharpness particularly notable in the mid-range. Fujifilm’s lens coatings help reduce flare and ghosting, ensuring high-quality images even in challenging lighting situations.
The XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 is equipped with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), offering up to 4.5 stops of stabilization. This feature is especially useful for handheld shooting, allowing for sharp, stable shots even at the long end of the zoom range, which is essential for wildlife and sports photography. The lens also features a Linear Motor for autofocus, which is fast, accurate, and nearly silent—ideal for capturing spontaneous moments without disrupting the scene.
Weighing in at 580g, this lens is easy to carry and balances well on X-series bodies. While it’s not weather-sealed and doesn’t feature the constant f/2.8 aperture of some higher-end telephotos, the XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 strikes an excellent balance between performance and portability, making it a fantastic choice for photographers looking to expand their reach with a high-quality zoom.
Explore how well this lens performs with high-quality, real-world samples, so you can decide for yourself with my carefully crafted shots!
Coming of age at Meiji Jingu in Tokyo : beautiful kimono !
In my view, some of the best roofs a shrine has to offer in Tokyo! And to that someone who believes Fuji cannot make a decent zoom, look at those shots ;-)
Spring in Japan: cherry blossoms everywhere :)
The famous spot in Suidobashi overlooking the Kanda river and trains towards Akihabara.
Enjoying being in Tokyo (and not on a business trip) for some new Hanami opportunities, this time with the “boys” in a famous cemetery in Tokyo. Lovely place.
More than 10 years in Iidabshi and this is my first visit there, just a 20min walk from Iidabashi and one subway stop away: Edogawabashi.
Having fun with the 55-200mm in Naeba.
Quite a lot of snow to handle that morning in Naeba. The little X-T2 held the cold well.
Snowboard is certainly a way for young women in Japan to display their color coordination and makeup skills – not so much their snowboard skills :)
Fishing boat going out to sea and facing strong waves in Port-en-Bessin. Yes, you’ll have to bear with me for a few posts, I need to share some photos from my winter break back in Normandy :)
Nice expo in the basement of Omotesando Hills in Tokyo: Kimono Roboto.
Young Japanese couple posing at Happoen.