Since its release, I’ve heard the claim repeated many times that the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II is like having a bag full of prime lenses in a single package. As someone who owns both the zoom and several of Fujifilm’s premium primes, I wanted to put that claim to the test. … Read more
Sometimes the destination is little more than an excuse to get outside. That was certainly the case today. A fellow photographer had kindly shared the location of a nearby beaver colony, explaining how the animals had transformed the landscape beyond recognition. The chances of actually seeing a beaver in the middle of the morning were … Read more
Last Update May 7th 2026: I’ve now spent much longer shooting with the Fujifilm XF 18mm f/1.4 WR across family photography, travel, landscapes and everyday life, and my opinion of it has only improved with time. Despite now shooting extensively with multiple systems including high-end Nikon full-frame gear, this is still one of the Fuji … Read more