Fujifilm's professional ultra-wide zoom — constant f/2.8 from 12-24mm equiv with weather resistance.
The Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR was released approximately 2018 as a constant f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom for Fujifilm X-mount APS-C, covering 12-24mm full-frame equivalent. Twenty elements in 13 groups. No front filter thread — bulging front element. At approximately 805g. 0.24m MFD. Linear Motor AF. Weather resistant.
Twenty elements in 13 groups (aspherical + ED elements). No front filter thread — bulging front element is a fixed design consequence of the 8mm wide end. At approximately 805g. Minimum focus distance of 0.24m. LM (Linear Motor) for fast, quiet AF. WR weather resistant. f/2.8 constant aperture. APS-C image circle (12-24mm equivalent). Fujifilm X mount.
The absence of a front filter thread is intentional: the bulging convex front element required for 8mm rectilinear coverage on APS-C cannot accept standard screw-in filters. The 12mm wide-end equivalent provides extreme architectural and interior coverage. The constant f/2.8 enables consistent exposure across the ultra-wide range.
On the used market the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR is available at Fujifilm premium zoom pricing. Condition checks: LM AF response, front convex element for scratches, WR seals. No front filter thread. Compatible with all Fujifilm X-mount APS-C bodies.