Fujifilm XC 15-45mm F3.5-5.6 OIS PZ Overview

Compact, retracting design. Power zoom adjustment. Quick focus. Strong center sharpness. Minimal distortion. Optical stabilization.

Weak edge performance. Narrow maximum aperture. Plastic build.

Fujifilm now has three affordable standard zoom lenses for its X system (and one high-end option, the 16-55mm f/2.8). The Fujifilm Fujinon XC 15-45mm F3.5-5.6 OIS PZ is the least expensive, smallest, and offers the widest angle of coverage—all good...

What we do know about Fujifilm's lenses, even the budget-friendly ones, is that we can expect very good image quality. The Fujinon XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ lens is no exception. Paired with the Fujifilm X-A5, we have been able to make images with...

Compact, retractable design ; Electronic motorized zoom ; Inexpensive to buy

Mediocre edge-sharpness ; Construction feels a bit flimsy ; No weather-seals

With its small and lightweight retractable design, this standard zoom lens is ideal for Fujifilm’s ‘compact’ style mirrorless X-mount cameras like the X-A5. The motorized zoom facility is especially useful for smooth transitions when shooting video,...