XC 50-230 any good? I'd say it is.

[johant]

In the meantime I got a response from Fujifilm Germany ... the only difference between the two lenses is the improvement in the image stabilisation. The OIS II is rated for 3.5 stops. Apart from that, the lenses are identical.

[nielsgaastra]

As far as I know the OIS in the first version is rated for 3 stops so the difference is very small.

 

The first version is almost a no brainer considering the price difference.

[johant]

There is not much wrong with the 50-230

 

 

 

 

[milandro]

humble but honorable 

[MSW]

I have seen a comparison between the 55-200mm and the 50-230mm.  It plotted MTF curves for each.  It looked like the 55-200mm was significantly better and that is what the writer made a point of saying.  However, the vertical scale did not start at zero - had it done so the curves would have all but indistinguishable.  You wouldn't even have to go to that extreme - just plotting the with a modestly longer but not zero base scale would have brought the two curves very close.  As far as i'm concerned, the difference in IQ isn't important 99% of the time and is a small price to pay for lower price, lower weight and less bulk.

[h2odog]

The Fuji XC 50-230 is probably the best bang for the buck lens Fuji makes. The IQ is really terrific. It is lightweight and just a pleasure to shoot with. It can be had used in like new condition for under $200.

[dv.]

it's a great outdoor lens under daylight:)

[Guest Ridgeback]

I'm happy with it.

 

[johant]

It's a good match with the MCEX-16 macro ring indeed.

 

[johant]

While the 50-230 is not a close focusing lens (without a macro ring), and is not a "Bokeh king", its quality keeps surprising me!