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Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ Review | 54 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£180
Lens mount: Fujifilm X
Maximum focal length: 45 mm
Maximum aperture (telephoto end): 5.6
Optical image stabilization: yes
Maximum angle of view: 86.9 °

Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ review. Compare 54 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among camera lenses and if it is worth buying.

7.1

Very good

6.8

Good

8.1

Excellent

9.7
Low-light photography
Score components:
70.0%
9.5
Maximum aperture (telephoto end)
30.0%
10
Optical image stabilization
7.3
Travel
Score components:
30.0%
9.4
Lens length
25.0%
8.7
Lens diameter
25.0%
1.0
Weather sealing (splashproof)
20.0%
10
Optical image stabilization

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Verdict

The Fujifilm XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ is an ultra-compact, retractable power zoom lens designed for X-mount APS-C cameras, offering a versatile 23-69mm full-frame equivalent focal range. Weighing just 135g, it features an optical construction of 10 elements in 9 groups (including 3 aspherical and 2 ED elements), a 7-blade rounded diaphragm, and a 52mm filter thread. Key pros include its record-breaking lightweight design, a 3-stop optical image stabilization system, and an impressive minimum focusing distance of just 5cm for macro-style close-ups. However, notable cons include its plastic mount and build, the lack of a physical aperture ring, and an electronic power zoom mechanism that can feel less precise for still photography compared to traditional manual zoom rings.

Technical Specifications of Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ

Overall score

7.1

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.

When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Mount & Format

1.0

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Lens type

What it is: The optical category that indicates whether the lens is a prime, zoom, macro, fisheye, or another design.

When it matters: When you are choosing between a prime, zoom, macro, or specialty lens for the kind of subjects you shoot.

Importance: LOW

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Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which cameras the lens can be attached to.

When it matters: When camera compatibility and access to the right lens ecosystem are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Fujifilm X

Sensor format coverage

What it is: The largest sensor size the lens is designed to cover without severe vignetting.

When it matters: When you need the lens to fully cover your camera sensor without heavy corner darkening.

Importance: LOW

APS-C

Filter thread size

What it is: The diameter of the front filter thread used for screw-in filters and compatible accessories.

When it matters: When you plan to use screw-in filters such as polarizers, ND filters, or protective glass.

Importance: LOW

52 mm

Teleconverter compatibility

What it is: Whether the lens can be used with compatible teleconverters to extend focal length.

When it matters: When you want to extend reach for wildlife or sports without changing to a different long lens.

Importance: HIGH

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Optics & Aperture

7.9

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Minimum focal length

What it is: The shortest focal length the lens can provide, which determines its widest framing.

When it matters: When wide framing matters for landscapes, interiors, architecture, or travel shots.

Importance: LOW

15 mm

Maximum focal length

What it is: The longest focal length the lens can reach, which determines its telephoto reach.

When it matters: When you need more reach for wildlife, sports, stage events, or distant details.

Importance: LOW

45 mm

Optical zoom

What it is: The ratio between the longest and shortest focal lengths available in the lens zoom range.

When it matters: When you want one lens to cover a broader range of compositions without swapping glass.

Importance: LOW

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Maximum angle of view

What it is: The widest scene the lens can capture at its shortest focal length.

When it matters: When you need to fit more of a room, skyline, or landscape into the frame.

Importance: LOW

86.9 °

Minimum angle of view

What it is: The narrowest scene the lens captures at its longest focal length.

When it matters: When you want tighter framing on faraway subjects without moving closer.

Importance: LOW

35 °

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Focus & Controls

5.6

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Focus motor

What it is: The autofocus drive system responsible for moving lens elements into focus.

When it matters: When fast, quiet autofocus matters for video, wildlife, street shots, or moving subjects.

Importance: LOW

STM

Minimum focus distance

What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.

When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maximum reproduction ratio

What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.

When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.

Importance: MEDIUM

Full-time manual focus

What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.

When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.

Importance: HIGH

Internal focusing

What it is: A focusing design in which internal elements move while the outer barrel length stays unchanged.

When it matters: When you use polarizers, gimbals, or close-up setups that benefit from a lens that does not extend while focusing.

Importance: HIGH

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Stabilization

7.3

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Optical image stabilization

What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.

When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)

What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.

When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.

Importance: HIGH

Build & Handling

5.8

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.

When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.

Importance: HIGH

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Lens length

What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.

When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.

Importance: HIGH

Lens diameter

What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.

When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Weather sealing (splashproof)

What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.

When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.

Importance: HIGH

Metal mount

What it is: A lens mount made of metal rather than plastic for greater durability at the camera connection point.

When it matters: When durability matters because you change lenses often or use heavier gear for work.

Importance: HIGH

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Lab Scores

9.0

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DxOMark overall score

What it is: The combined DxOMark lens rating based on lab-tested optical performance.

When it matters: When you want a quick lab-based summary of overall optical performance before comparing lenses in detail.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark sharpness score

What it is: The DxOMark subscore that reflects how much detail the lens can resolve across the frame.

When it matters: When fine detail matters for landscapes, product work, or high-resolution cameras.

Importance: HIGH

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DxOMark transmission

What it is: The measured light transmission of the lens, expressed as T-stop rather than nominal f-number.

When it matters: When real light loss matters for exposure consistency in studio, cinema, or mixed-lens shoots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark distortion

What it is: The DxOMark metric that measures how much the lens bends straight lines away from their true shape.

When it matters: When straight lines matter in architecture, interiors, copy work, or product photography.

Importance: MEDIUM

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DxOMark vignetting

What it is: The DxOMark measurement of corner darkening relative to the center of the image.

When it matters: When even corner brightness matters for skies, studio backdrops, or clean product shots.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ vs the average camera lens

Why is Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ better than the average camera lens?

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Has optical image stabilization
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.
When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.
Importance: HIGH
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
47.8 mm shorter lens
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ is shorter than the average camera lens (44.2 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
Retracted length.
What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.
When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.
Importance: HIGH
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ is shorter than the average camera lens (44.2 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.44.2 mm vs 92 mm
14.4 mm narrower lens barrel
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ is slimmer than the average camera lens (62.6 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.
When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ is slimmer than the average camera lens (62.6 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.62.6 mm vs 77 mm
0.17 m shorter minimum focus distance
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.
When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.
Importance: MEDIUM
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.0.13 m vs 0.3 m
1 more aspherical elements
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has more aspherical elements than the average camera lens (3 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
What it is: Specially shaped lens elements used to reduce distortion and improve sharpness with fewer optical compromises.
When it matters: When edge sharpness and lower distortion matter in wide-angle, travel, or everyday shooting.
Importance: MEDIUM
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has more aspherical elements than the average camera lens (3 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.3 vs 2
2.94x cheaper
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ is cheaper than the average camera lens (£180 vs £530).
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ is cheaper than the average camera lens (£180 vs £530).£180 vs £530
Newer release date
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ was released more recently than the average camera lens.
March 2018
What it is: The date when the lens model was first officially introduced.
When it matters: When you prefer a newer optical design with more modern autofocus, coatings, or stabilization features.
Importance: LOW
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ was released more recently than the average camera lens.2018 vs 2016
6.5% better value for money
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a better value-for-money score than the average camera lens (7.82 vs 7.346).
What it is: An indicator that combines the camera lens's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters: When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a better value-for-money score than the average camera lens (7.82 vs 7.346).7.82 vs 7.35
1 more aspherical elements
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has more aspherical elements than the average camera lens (3 vs 2). The average lens has 2 aspherical elements.
0.17 m shorter minimum focus distance
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
Has optical image stabilization
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has optical image stabilization, the average camera lens does not. 29% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
47.8 mm shorter lens
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ is shorter than the average camera lens (44.2 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
14.4 mm narrower lens barrel
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ is slimmer than the average camera lens (62.6 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
Newer release date
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ was released more recently than the average camera lens.

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Build & Handling

Why is Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ worse than the average camera lens?

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2.8 higher f-number at telephoto end
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/5.6 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
2 fewer aperture blades
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
1 stops weaker stabilization
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a lower stabilization effectiveness than the average camera lens (3 stops vs 4 stops). The average lens has stabilization effectiveness of 4 stops.
Not weather-sealed
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
No metal mount
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ does not use a metal lens mount, the average camera lens does. 93.1% of camera lenses use a metal lens mount.
Not weather-sealed
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.
When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.
Importance: HIGH
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
2.8 higher f-number at telephoto end
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/5.6 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
What it is: The widest aperture available at the long end of the zoom range, affecting light intake and background blur.
When it matters: When you shoot at the long end in low light or want stronger background blur for portraits and sports.
Importance: HIGH
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/5.6 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.5.6 vs 2.8
2 fewer aperture blades
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
What it is: The number of diaphragm blades that shape the aperture opening and influence blur rendering.
When it matters: When the look of out-of-focus highlights matters in portraits, close-ups, or cinematic video.
Importance: HIGH
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.7 vs 9
No metal mount
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ does not use a metal lens mount, the average camera lens does. 93.1% of camera lenses use a metal lens mount.
What it is: A lens mount made of metal rather than plastic for greater durability at the camera connection point.
When it matters: When durability matters because you change lenses often or use heavier gear for work.
Importance: HIGH
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ does not use a metal lens mount, the average camera lens does. 93.1% of camera lenses use a metal lens mount.
1 stops weaker stabilization
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a lower stabilization effectiveness than the average camera lens (3 stops vs 4 stops). The average lens has stabilization effectiveness of 4 stops.
What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.
When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.
Importance: HIGH
Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ has a lower stabilization effectiveness than the average camera lens (3 stops vs 4 stops). The average lens has stabilization effectiveness of 4 stops.3 stops vs 4 stops

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What customers like about Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ?

Extremely compact and lightweight design, making it ideal for travel and hiking
Excellent optical sharpness, particularly at the wider 15mm focal length
Wider field of view (15mm) compared to standard kit lenses (18mm)
Impressive close-focusing capabilities for near-macro shots
Smooth and near-silent autofocus, which is beneficial for video recording
Affordable price point, offering high value for beginners
Effective optical image stabilization (OIS) for handheld shooting

What customers dislike about Fujifilm XC 15 45mm F 3 5 5 6 OIS PZ?

Motorized 'Power Zoom' (PZ) can feel slow, imprecise, or annoying to some photographers
Plastic build quality feels 'cheap' and lacks weather sealing
No physical focal length markings on the lens barrel
Image quality and sharpness can noticeably decline at the telephoto (45mm) end
Small maximum aperture (f/3.5-5.6) limits performance in low-light conditions
Electronic zoom operation can consume more battery life compared to manual lenses
Corners can appear soft when shooting at wider apertures

Expert reviews

pcmag.com

05/04/2018

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Fujifilm Fujinon XC 15-45mm F3.5-5.6 OIS PZ Review - PCMag

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lenstip.com

14/01/2019

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Fujifilm Fujinon XC 15-45 mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ - LensTip.com

The Fujifilm Fujinon XC 15-45 mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ is a lightweight and noticeably large kit lens that offers a plastic mount, a 52 mm non-rotating filter thread, and a Power Zoom (PZ) ring managed by servomechanisms. Its optical construction features 10 elements in 9 groups, including three aspherical elements and two low-dispersion ED glass elements. A major standout feature is its built-in optical stabilization mechanism, which delivers a highly sensible efficiency of 2.7 to 3.0 EV stops, performing safely within the margin of error for the producer's official 3 EV claim. The primary advantages of this lens include offering the widest angle of view and the shortest minimum focusing distance compared to its market competition, alongside its reliable, independently verified optical stabilization efficiency. However, it suffers from notable usability drawbacks, particularly for photographers using older camera bodies. Because it utilizes a Power Zoom ring, older bodies like the X-T100 display no focal length values, forcing users to rely entirely on intuition. Additionally, switching to photo preview mode on older bodies automatically collapses the lens back to its initial position,...

digitalcameraworld.com

04/04/2022

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The Fujifilm Fujinon XC15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ is an ultra-compact, lightweight, and inexpensive standard zoom kit lens designed for Fujifilm’s smaller X-mount mirrorless cameras. Weighing just 135 grams and featuring a retractable electronic motorized power zoom design, it shrinks to a tiny 63x44mm size when turned off, making it a perfect fit for travel and walkabout photography. It delivers a versatile effective focal range of 23-69mm in full-frame terms and includes a 3-stop optical image stabilizer alongside a quick, ultra-quiet stepping motor autofocus system. For video shooters, the motorized power zoom enables highly valued smooth transitions, and its short 13cm minimum focus distance at the wide end allows for dynamic close-up photography. However, the lens makes a few compromises to achieve its budget-friendly price point and small form factor. Its primary drawbacks include a plastic build that feels a bit flimsy, a complete lack of weather-seals, and mediocre edge and corner sharpness throughout the zoom range. While center-sharpness remains strong at short to medium focal lengths, it drops off at the longer end, and color fringing can become noticeable near...

ephotozine.com

05/11/2024

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mamotreco.com

28/12/2024

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Fujifilm XC 15-45mm PZ OIS | the little zoom lens that could

The Mamotreco review highlights the Fujifilm XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ as a budget-friendly, highly compact, and lightweight lens that delivers surprisingly good optical performance, featuring a useful 23-68mm equivalent zoom range for a wide perspective. Despite these advantages, the lens suffers from a cheap, all-plastic construction with a plastic mount, a counter-intuitive power zoom, no aperture ring, and a lack of weather sealing.

photoreview.com.au

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The Fujinon XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ is a compact, budget-friendly kit lens offering impressive resolution and a useful 23-69mm equivalent range that excels in wide-angle, travel, and video applications due to its built-in stabilization and quiet autofocus. However, the lens compromises on build quality with an all-plastic mount, lacks weather sealing, and uses a power zoom mechanism that can hinder precise, rapid framing for stills photography.

digitalkamera.de

06/04/2021

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Lab test and sample images of the Fujifilm X-E4 with XC 15-45 published

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computerbild.de

16/08/2018

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fuji-x-forum.de

14/02/2018

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The Fuji X Forum review of the Fujinon XC 15-45mm lens presents a mixed initial impression, praising the solid build quality, fast autofocus, and large, usable rings, while criticizing the cheap, unpleasant plastic construction. A significant disadvantage is the motorized power zoom, which the reviewer finds underwhelming in tactile feel compared to competitors. A major functional flaw highlighted is the power zoom system's behavior, where pressing the playback button automatically resets the lens to the 15mm position. This forces the user to manually re-zoom to 45mm after reviewing an image, leading to a disappointed, "sobered" first impression.

pixelcatcher.de

08/12/2025

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The Best Fujifilm XF Lenses (Section: Fujinon XC 15–45mm F3.5–5.6 OIS PZ)

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digitalkamera.de

05. Dezember 2024

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The Fujifilm X-M5, as reviewed by digitalkamera.de, is an ultra-lightweight (357g) APS-C hybrid camera featuring a 26-megapixel sensor, 6.2K open-gate video, and advanced AI-powered autofocus, designed specifically for vloggers. The camera stands out with a dedicated film simulation dial, a versatile vari-angle screen, and an advanced, customizable multi-microphone array. However, to achieve its compact, budget-friendly design, the X-M5 lacks an electronic viewfinder (EVF), built-in flash, in-body image stabilization (IBIS), and weather sealing. Additional compromises include a low-grip plastic body, limited UHS-I memory slot speeds, and a bottom-mounted battery/card slot that becomes inaccessible when using a tripod.

photographiesdelannee.com

18/03/2025

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Fujifilm X-M5 review: 15-45mm kit lens in action

This review evaluates the Fujifilm X-M5 camera bundled with a 15-45mm kit lens, a lightweight 355-gram mirrorless option designed for street and travel photography. The camera stands out for its high-quality 26.1-megapixel images and a fast, advanced 425-point hybrid autofocus system. Notable strengths include its signature Fuji film simulation filters (like ACROS), a high-speed burst mode reaching up to 30 frames per second (with cropping), and wireless Wi-Fi connectivity for easy sharing. Furthermore, it offers an excellent quality-to-price ratio, priced at €919 on sale, making it highly intuitive and appealing for both amateurs and professionals looking for a compact secondary body. However, the reviewer highlights a few drawbacks to consider before buying. The main functional issue is its short battery life, which might necessitate purchasing extra batteries for extended shooting sessions. Structurally, the camera body is not weather-sealed (non-waterproof). For French consumers, minor inconveniences include a printed user manual that is often not provided in French, requiring a PDF download. Additionally, the reviewer warns that buying this model secondhand might not be a good deal, as used prices are often...

partonsenvoyage.com

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Fujifilm X-T30: Field Test and Review

The Fujifilm X-T30 is an elegant, lightweight (383g), and highly competent APS-C mirrorless camera styled after vintage film bodies, making it exceptionally well-suited for travel and street photography. In terms of performance, the camera shines with its 26-megapixel X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor that delivers stunning sharpness, bright low-light images, and beautiful, realistic color reproduction. Reviewers highly praise its fast and responsive autofocus—perfect for capturing active children—and its high-ISO performance, which keeps digital noise minimal up to ISO 3200. Ergonomically, it stands out as the only mid-range hybrid in its class to feature a highly responsive focus joystick, which combines with standard exposure dials and an intuitive quick menu button to offer an effortless shooting experience without forcing the photographer to look away from the viewfinder. The camera is especially recommended when bought as a bundle with the premium XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4.0 stabilized lens, which provides a significantly better, brighter value compared to budget kit alternatives. However, the X-T30 does come with a few notable drawbacks. It lacks internal body image stabilization (IBIS), meaning photographers must rely entirely on stabilized lenses,...

phototrend.fr

17/08/2018

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Fujifilm X-T100 review: the compact and stylish APS-C mirrorless camera

In this review, Céline Nebor evaluates the Fujifilm X-T100, an entry-level mirrorless camera featuring a 24.2-megapixel standard APS-C CMOS sensor rather than Fujifilm's proprietary X-Trans technology. The reviewer notes that the camera delivers a very satisfying performance for general consumer photography, striking an excellent balance between price and quality. It is highly praised for its compact, lightweight, and stylish retro design, alongside an intuitive button layout using PASM and control dials that make it highly accessible to beginners. Additional strong points include its bright 2.39-million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder, excellent high ISO noise management up to 6400, a 3-way tilting touchscreen, built-in film simulation filters, and a solid 430-shot battery life. However, the review highlights several critical weaknesses, most notably the camera's overall slow responsiveness and a sluggish, inaccurate hybrid autofocus system that makes it completely unsuited for sports or fast-action photography. Video features are also highly compromised, as its 4K recording is heavily limited to an unfluid 15 frames per second, serving more as a marketing gimmick than a practical feature. On the physical and functional side, the camera lacks...

cined.com

24/05/2023

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FUJIFILM X-S20 Review (Includes XC 15-45mm Test)

The FUJIFILM X-S20 stands out as an exceptionally versatile, feature-rich mid-range APS-C camera that functions like "five cameras in one body." The most notable highlight of this model is its ability to record internally in 6.2K (6240 x 4160) 3:2 Open Gate at up to 30p (10-bit 4:2:2 H.265 at 360Mbps), a highly creative mode previously unseen at this price tier. This Open Gate readout provides immense flexibility for anamorphic lens workflows and high-resolution vertical video re-framing. Additional strengths include an updated X-Processor 5, standard 4K recording up to 60p with notable low-light performance, external RAW video output over HDMI, a dedicated Vlog mode with robust eye-tracking autofocus, and an automated Subject Detection tool that intelligently switches focus between animals and humans. The body also introduces a thicker handgrip to house a larger, longer-lasting NP-W235 battery, surviving a grueling continuous recording session of nearly two hours without shutting down despite overheating alerts. Despite these robust hybrid capabilities, the X-S20 exhibits several clear shortcomings. Its electronic viewfinder (EVF) is relatively low-quality, offering a modest 0.62x magnification and 2.36 million dots, which...

cined.com

09/05/2019

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We review the FUJIFILM X-T30 and the FUJIFILM XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ lens

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fotografia.it

01/02/2021

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Fujinon Super EBC XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ

The Fujinon Super EBC XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ is an ultra-compact, retractable kit lens designed for Fujifilm's APS-C mirrorless cameras, offering a versatile full-frame equivalent focal range of 23-68mm. Structurally, it features an optical construction of 10 elements in 9 groups, including 3 aspherical elements and 2 ED glass lenses, to preserve image quality despite its budget nature. Belonging to Fujifilm's "XC" series, it prioritizes a weightless form factor—weighing a mere 136 grams and measuring 63 x 44mm—making it an excellent, portable companion for everyday travel and street photography. YouTube · The primary pros highlighted in the review are its extreme portability, lightweight build, and its automatic electronic power zoom (PZ) retraction system that shrinks the lens when the camera is powered down. However, the lens comes with notable cons, specifically the complete omission of a dedicated manual aperture ring, forcing users to change exposure settings entirely via the camera body controls. Additionally, it lacks any weather-sealing protection against dust and moisture ingress, limiting its reliability in harsh outdoor environments. Reddit ·r/

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