Reviews
SUMMARY
A real-world test of the Fujinon GF 500mm f/5.6 lens on the Fuji GFX 100 II examines its use in landscape and wildlife photography. The lens, featuring 21 elements and a 95mm filter thread, offers a 500mm focal length on the medium format sensor, equivalent to approximately 396mm on full-frame. Testing included bird subject detection and continuous autofocus, which performed reliably even with obstructions. The lens also includes a preset focus mode for quick recall of specific distances. While not suited for fast-action sports, the combination delivers impressive image quality for observational shooting, with landscape panoramas reaching 417 megapixels.
TAKEAWAYS
The Fujinon GF 500mm f/5.6 lens was tested on the Fuji GFX 100 II for landscape and wildlife photography.
The lens demonstrated reliable bird eye-detection and continuous autofocus performance, even with partial subject obstruction.
A preset focus mode allows users to store and instantly recall a specific focus distance.
The combination excels in deliberate shooting scenarios, delivering high detail and micro-contrast, though it is not ideal for fast-action sports.