Fujifilm GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm · 500 mm · f/5.6 · GF · Image Stabilization
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
76
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Remarkably lightweight for 500mm super-telephoto reach; weighs only 1375g, lighter than the shorter GF 250mm f/4
+Excellent optical quality with minimal aberrations; sharp edge-to-edge performance with minimal distortion and chromatic aberration
+Powerful 6.0-stop optical image stabilization enables handheld shooting at long focal lengths
+Fast and quiet autofocus with internal focus design and linear motor for responsive subject tracking
+Doubles the telephoto reach of previous GFX system, enabling sports and wildlife photography on medium format
+Compatible with optional GF1.4X teleconverter for extended reach to 554mm full-frame equivalent
Worth Knowing
−Effective focal length of 396mm full-frame equivalent due to medium format crop factor means less reach than full-frame telephoto alternatives
−Plastic construction on barrel raises durability concerns compared to premium telephoto lenses despite solid build quality
−Autofocus can hunt slightly at near minimum focus distance; better suited for longer working distances
−Maximum aperture of f/5.6 requires more ambient light compared to faster full-frame telephoto options
General | |
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About This LensReleased alongside the second-generation GFX 100S II on May 16, 2024, the Fujifilm GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens is the longest super telephoto lens for the GFX system. Every part of its design has been optimized to create an optic weighing just 1375g (48.5oz) – almost unthinkable for a lens with this reach – and without compromise in quality or handling. Levels of sharpness within the depth of field governed by the focal length, focus distance and aperture are fabulous, while bokeh is beautifully soft. When using the lens with a 102 megapixel GFX camera, retention of fine detail is so incredible that one could crop the resulting images very severely and still end up with fabulous looking 50 megapixel images. | |
| Brand | Fujifilm |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | GF |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Fujifilm G |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Fujifilm G |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Medium Format |
Physical99/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 1375 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 104.5 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 246.5 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 95 mm |
Optics64/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 500 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 5.6 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 6.3° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 26.7 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 275 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.2x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features100/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. |  Yes |
| Built In Lens Hood |  Yes |
| Lens Hood Type |  Round |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification |  Yes |
| Image Stabilization | Yes |
IS Efficiency ⓘIS efficiency refers to the effectiveness of the image stabilization system in compensating for the blurring effects of camera shake, quantified by the number of stops of stabilization it provides. | 6 stops |
Construction41/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 21 |
| Groups | 14 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 0 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 5 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 2 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |