The Fujifilm XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS is a natural partner for the XC 16-50mm lens, offering good telephoto performance whilst being relatively small and light. The Fujifilm XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS is pleasingly sharp in the image centre at 50mm and 100mm, with performance starting to drop off from...

The Fujifilm Fujinon XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II is an affordable telezoom for the X system, but its narrow f-stop limits use in dim light.

Ample telephoto reach; Reasonably sharp; Optically stabilized; Lightweight; Minimal distortion; Even illumination.

Some edge softness; Narrow maximum aperture; Omits weather sealing.

The Fujifilm Fujinon XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II ($399) is the telezoom for X system owners who don't want to spend a lot of money on a long lens. The light zoom covers a long range, delivers reasonably sharp, although not impeccable, images, and is often available at a discount as part of a bundle. Its narrow aperture means that it's best used in sunlight, even with its stabilization system. If that covers your needs, it's a solid addition to a mirrorless camera kit. If you need a brighter zoom, Fuji offers the XF 55-200mm F3.5-4.8 R LM OIS for $700. Design The 50-230mm ($399.00 at Amazon) has a long reach—it captures the same field of view as a 75-345mm zoom in full-frame terms—but is fairly compact (4.4 by 2.7 inches, HD) and light (13.2 ounces). The barrel is plastic, which cuts down on weight, but feels sturdy. The front element supports 58mm filters, and a reversible plastic lens hood is included, along with front and rear caps. Fujifilm sells the lens in a black or silver ...

The Fujifilm Fujinon XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II is an affordable telezoom for the X system, but its narrow f-stop limits use in dim light.

Ample telephoto reach; Reasonably sharp; Optically stabilized; Lightweight; Minimal distortion; Even illumination

Some edge softness; Narrow maximum aperture; Omits weather sealing

The Fujinon XC 50-230mm f/4.5-6-7 OIS is a good performer in relation to its price level. The results are mostly sharp in the image center. The corners aren't quite as snappy in the upper range but let's be fair - you don't tend to place the main subject of your scene into the extreme corners...

I want to use this lens to take photo of birds in my garden but birds always move quickly before the focus of this lens work. So I have to ask for birds to move slowly.

I bought this lens for a trip to Cornwall in March 2014. My prize image was of the first robin of spring. In fact, that was a lifer, since the American robin is an entirely different bird. The lens pairs nicely with the X-A1.

light weight; sharp wide open; OIS very effective

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The XC50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS II telephoto zoom is constructed of 13 all-glass elements in 10 groups, including 1 aspherical lens element and 1 ED lens element. The lens demonstrates advanced optical performance across its focal range, producing clear images even when your subject is a long distance...