FUJIFILM develops the 4K broadcast zoom lens - FUJINON LA30x7.8BRM-XB2

GTC Patron, FUJIFILM has developed the broadcast zoom lens FUJINON LA30x7.8BRM-XB2 (hereafter “LA30x7.8”), which delivers the highest-in-class 30x zoom covering 7.8-234mm with a compact and lightweight design.

LA30x7.8 is a portable type zoom lens for 2/3-inch sensor broadcast cameras, covering the focal range from 7.8mm wide to 234mm telephoto with a compact and lightweight design measuring 190mm and weighing 1.8kg.  By adopting a newly developed drive unit, it supports virtual and remote production.

Due to the rapid expansion of video streaming platforms in recent years, the amount of video content such as news, documentaries, sports, music concerts being produced have increased.  As a result, there is a growing demand for equipment that can streamline filming operations without compromising on image quality or functionality within limited production budgets.

In response to these needs, Fujifilm released the 4K broadcast zoom lens "FUJINON LA16x8BRM-XB1A" in 2019, which received positive feedback due to its compact and lightweight design, excellent optical performance and affordable cost.

The newly developed “LA30x7.8” boasts a highest-in-class 30x zoom, whilst the design produces high mobility and versatility for production. The newly developed drive unit features high resolution 16-bit encoders for extremely accurate position detection in virtual and remote production, which further contributes streamlining production operations.

Fujifilm will continue to leverage its advanced optical technology, nurtured over many decades, to develop and supply high-performance broadcast lenses, cinema camera lenses and accessories, addressing the evolving needs of frontline video professionals.

Main features

Highest-in-class 30x zoom range covering focal lengths of 7.8mm-234mm featuring a compact and lightweight design

The lens boasts a highest-in-class 30x zoom, covering focal lengths of 7.8mm-234mm, while maintaining a compact and lightweight design, measuring just 190mm and weighing 1.8kg. This is achieved by adopting a rear focus mechanism*2, and optimizing the lens configuration and control methods, which Fujifilm has cultivated over many decades of lens design.

Since it covers the range with compact and lightweight body, it can reduce the burden of the shoulder-mounted operation and enable the ease of use to capture a large variety of scenes.

High functionality enabled by the newly developed drive unit

The newly developed drive unit features high resolution 16-bit encoders for extremely accurate position detection of zoom, focus and iris in virtual and remote production, which contributes to the streamline production operations.

The lens achieves maximum speed of 1.0 sec and minimum speed of 120 sec when zooming from wide to tele end. This versatile range helps to capture a fast-moving subject during live sport broadcast, while enabling ultra-slow zooms during live music to deliver creative capture of the footage.

4K optical performance across the entire zoom range

By utilising the latest optical simulation technology and suppressing various type of aberrations, the lens achieves 4K optical performance across the entire zoom range. In addition, Fujifilm’s unique multi-layer coating "HT-EBC (High Transmittance Electron Beam Coating)" boasts high light transmittance and accurate color reproduction.

Equipped with features that support comfortable shooting

A single button on the lens provides electronic flange back adjustment. The system provides faster and more efficient adjustment as compared to the manual process.

The macro function allows for closer than M.O.D. focus up to 0.05m from the front of the lens by sliding the unique focus ring forward. It enables the operator to film the extreme close-ups without letting go of their focusing hand.

For more information, visit www.fujifilm.eu/uk