Fujifilm 20-35mm F4 Lens

[Martin Vronsky]

Press release:

Fujifilm Introduces FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR, a Compact and Lightweight, Ultra Wide-Angle Zoom Lens

Valhalla, N.Y., September 8, 2022 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of FUJINON GF20-35mmF4 R WR lens (GF20-35mmF4 R WR), a compact and lightweight, ultra wide-angle (UWA) zoom lens for GFX System cameras.

GF20-35mmF4 R WR’s focal length ranges from the UWA at 20mm to the wide-angle at 35mm (equivalent to 16mm – 28mm in the 35mm format). With the UWA coverage, the lens can freeze information-dense subject matters such as a wide landscape or cityscape with precise details in high resolution, powered by the large-format sensor¹ in the GFX System.

“Photographers will be able to expand creative horizons with what is now our widest GF lens, with numerous options to beautifully freeze every detail in landscape, travel and architecture photography. It also has the added convenience of a constant F4 maximum aperture throughout its focal range, which ensures exposure consistency and fast, accurate autofocusing regardless of the focal length,” said Victor Ha, vice president of the Electronic Imaging and Optical Device Divisions, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. “Unlike traditional large-format photography gear which is heavy and bulky, the compact and lightweight design of GF20-35mmF4 R WR enables mobility for photographers on-the-go.”

Main product features:

UWA zoom lens offering premium image quality

The optical construction of GF20-35mmF4 R WR comprises 14 elements in ten groups, including three aspherical, one ED aspherical and three ED elements, for effective control of distortion and chromatic aberration. With these elements, the lens delivers high-resolution images of up to 100-megapixels with edge-to-edge sharpness at all focal lengths and aperture settings. The optical quality is further ensured through Fujifilm’s unique, Nano GI coating technology, which cuts down reflected light to minimize ghosting and flare, boosting sharpness, color and detail.

Compact design that brings mobility to large format equipment

Measuring just 4.4 inches (112.5mm) and weighing 25.6 oz. (725g), GF20-35mmF4 R LM WR has the filter thread size of 82mm despite being an UWA zoom lens, which allows photographers the versatility of choosing a variety of filters when creating landscape images.

In addition, GF20-35mmF4 R WR uses an internal zoom mechanism, so its physical length and weight remain constant at every focal length.

A total of four aspherical elements are used in each of the lens groups to optimize the overall number of elements and their configuration, thus efficiently correcting aberrations to maintain advanced image quality while keeping the compact form factor. The concave lens surface of strong curvature, typically seen in UWA lenses, is applied with a specialized coating with even thickness to minimize ghosting.

As part of the design construction, magnesium alloy is used for components around the lens mount to make it lightweight and robust at the same time.

Rugged design for all conditions

Like all FUJIFILM G Mount lenses, GF20-35mmF4 R WR features a weather-resistant design with 12 sealed points protecting the lens from dust and moisture, while also keeping it functioning in temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C). The front lens element is applied with fluorine coating to repel water, fingerprints and other marks.

Pricing and Availability

GF20-35mmF4 R WR is expected to be available in early October 2022, at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $2,499.95 USD and $3,200 CDN.

For more information about GF20-35mmF4 R WR, please visit https://fujifilm-x.com/en- us/products/lenses/gf20-35mmf4-r-wr/.

Footnotes:

¹ Fujifilm’s GFX System products incorporate a large-format sensor that measures 55mm diagonally (43.8mm x 32.9mm) and is approximately 1.7 times larger than a 35mm full-frame sensor.

Specs:
Lens type - Zoom lens
Max Format size - Medium Format (44x33mm)
Focal length - 20–35 mm
Lens mount - Fujifilm G

Aperture
Maximum aperture - F4
Minimum aperture - F22
Aperture ring - Yes
Number of diaphragm blades - 9
Aperture notes - Rounded blades

Optics
Elements - 14
Groups - 10
Special elements / coatings - Three aspherical, one aspherical extra-low dispersion (ED), three ED elements.

Focus
Minimum focus - 0.35 m (13.78″)
Autofocus - Yes
Full time manual - Yes
Distance scale - No
DoF scale - No

Physical
Weight - 725 g (1.60 lb)
Diameter - 89 mm (3.48″)
Length - 113 mm (4.43″)
Sealing - Yes
Colour - Black
Zoom method - Rotary (internal)
Power zoom - No
Filter thread - 82 mm
Tripod collar - No

[Martin Vronsky]

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The FUJIFILM GF 20-35mm f/4 R LM WR lens is the widest available for the large-format GFX system. It offers limitless options for the travel, architecture and landscape photographer, with fast and accurate autofocus, edge to edge sharpness, minimal focus breathing, and more. It's perfect when hiking or searching for the perfect shot with its compact design.

 

[Martin Vronsky]

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• 0:00 - Intro
• 2:15 - Build and Handling
• 5:00 - Autofocus
• 7:00 - Image Quality Breakdown
• 18:30 - Conclusion and Pricing

 

[Martin Vronsky]

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This gear short is all about Fujifilm's GF 20-35mm f/4 zoom lens. This might just end up in my gear list below in the near future... Hopefully, this short video will answer some of the questions you guys have had regarding this lens.

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 1:19 - Image Quality
• 3:13 - In the Field
• 4:26 - Conclusion and Slideshow 

 

[Martin Vronsky]

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I've wanted to try the GF 20-35mm f4 wide angle lens since Fuji announced it last year.  I took it to Lofoten last month to put it through it’s paces shooting winter landscapes

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction
• 1:57 Build Quality
• 4:46  Image Quality
• 15:09 Conclusion