Description
FUJIFILM GF 55mm F/1.7 WR Lens: The New Standard for Medium Format Versatility
The FUJIFILM GF 55mm F/1.7 WR Lens sets a new benchmark for standard prime lenses in the GFX System. Combining a versatile 55mm focal length (equivalent to 44mm in 35mm format) with an exceptionally bright F/1.7 aperture, this lens delivers stunning high-resolution images with incredible depth-of-field control and outstanding low-light performance. Its robust weather-resistant design makes it a reliable companion for a wide range of photographic applications, from portraiture and street photography to landscapes and everyday shooting.
A Natural Perspective with a Bright F/1.7 Aperture:
The 55mm focal length offers a field of view very close to that of human vision, providing a natural and intuitive perspective for a wide variety of subjects. The ultra-bright F/1.7 maximum aperture allows for exquisite control over depth of field, creating beautiful bokeh that isolates your subject and draws the viewer’s eye. This wide aperture also excels in challenging low-light conditions, enabling you to capture clean and detailed images with minimal noise.
Exceptional Image Quality Optimized for GFX Sensors:
Designed to maximize the potential of FUJIFILM’s high-resolution GFX sensors, the GF 55mm F/1.7 WR lens boasts a sophisticated optical design comprising 14 elements in 10 groups, including two aspherical elements and two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) elements. This advanced construction effectively minimizes axial chromatic aberration and spherical aberration, ensuring exceptional sharpness, clarity, and color accuracy across the entire frame, even at wide apertures.
Smooth and Beautiful Bokeh with an 11-Blade Diaphragm:
The GF 55mm F/1.7 WR is the first GF lens to feature an 11-blade rounded diaphragm. This innovative design creates a near-perfect circular aperture, even when stopped down, resulting in exceptionally smooth and pleasing bokeh with minimal distortion in out-of-focus highlights. This makes it ideal for portraiture and any situation where a beautiful background blur enhances the subject.
Fast and Accurate Autofocus with a Quiet DC Motor:
Equipped with a powerful DC motor and a high-precision GMR (Giant Magnetoresistance) sensor, the GF 55mm F/1.7 WR delivers fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance. This ensures that you can quickly and confidently lock onto your subject, even with the shallow depth of field afforded by the wide aperture.
Lightweight, Durable, and Weather-Resistant Construction:
Despite its bright aperture and robust optical design, the GF 55mm F/1.7 WR remains surprisingly lightweight and portable, making it an ideal lens for everyday use. Its weather-resistant construction, with seals in nine different locations, provides protection against dust and moisture, allowing you to shoot with confidence in various environmental conditions. The front element also features a fluorine coating to repel water and smudges.
Versatile Lens for a Wide Range of Applications:
With its natural perspective, bright aperture, exceptional image quality, and reliable autofocus, the FUJIFILM GF 55mm F/1.7 WR lens is a versatile tool suitable for a wide range of photographic genres. From stunning portraits with beautiful bokeh to detailed street photography and evocative landscapes, this lens is designed to be an essential part of your GFX system.
Key Features:
- Versatile 55mm focal length (44mm equivalent).
- Ultra-bright F/1.7 maximum aperture for exceptional bokeh and low light.
- High-resolution image quality optimized for GFX sensors.
- Advanced optical design with aspherical and ED elements for minimal aberrations.
- Smooth and beautiful bokeh with an 11-blade rounded diaphragm.
- Fast and accurate autofocus with a quiet DC motor and GMR sensor.
- Lightweight, durable, and weather-resistant construction.
- Fluorine coating on the front element for added protection.
The FUJIFILM GF 55mm F/1.7 WR Lens is a high-performance standard prime lens that sets a new standard for the GFX system. Its combination of a bright aperture, exceptional image quality, beautiful bokeh, and robust design makes it an indispensable tool for photographers seeking the ultimate in versatility and performance from their medium format camera.
