Fujinon Compact Zoom Lens GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR Rental in Japan

Product Summary:

Maximize portability without sacrificing image quality on your Japan trip with the Fujinon GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR lens. This compact and remarkably lightweight zoom lens for the GFX medium format system offers a highly practical 35mm equivalent focal range of 28mm to 55mm, covering wide-angle to standard perspectives.

Weighing just 390g, it is an ideal travel companion, providing coverage for everyday snapshots, landscapes, and street photography. Its weather-resistant construction ensures durability, making it perfect for capturing the diverse environments of Japan.

Quick Highlights:

• Exceptionally compact and lightweight zoom lens (only 390g).
• Highly versatile 35mm equivalent focal range of 28mm to 55mm.
• Covers all essential wide-angle and standard perspectives.
• Ideal for everyday snapshots and travel photography.
• Features 1 aspherical and 2 ED lenses for high image quality.
• Weather Resistant (WR) design for reliable outdoor use.

Product Details / Description:

Enjoy the high resolution of the GFX system in its most portable form factor. This zoom is designed to be the go-to lens for tourists who prioritize lightweight gear and versatility across a wide range of common shooting scenarios.

About the Product

The GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR features 11 elements in 9 groups, including one aspherical lens and two ED (Extra-low Dispersion) lenses. This construction delivers excellent resolving power across the entire zoom range, ensuring detailed and clear images on the large sensor despite the lens’s small size.

Its key feature is its incredibly light weight of only 390g, making it feel more like a small standard prime lens than a medium format zoom. The 28mm to 55mm equivalent range is perfect for capturing everything from expansive Tokyo streets to intimate food shots. The lens is also Weather Resistant (WR), offering peace of mind when encountering light rain or moisture.

Key Features

• Smallest and lightest zoom lens in the GF lineup.
• Extremely versatile focal length range for various travel subjects.
• Excellent maximum magnification of 0.28x at the telephoto end for close-up details.
• Minimum focusing distance of 35cm for creative close-up shots.
• Weather Resistant body is ready for all-season use in Japan.

Technical Specifications

What’s in the box (Included Items):

• Fujinon GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR Lens
• Protection filter
• Lens cap (rear/front)
• Lens hood
• Case

Where This Product Can Be Used:

• General travel and sightseeing, maximizing portability.
• Street photography and documentary work.
• Wide-angle landscape and architectural views.
• Capturing details of food, crafts, and culture with 0.28x magnification.
• Everyday snapshots and family photos.

Why Tourists Rent From Us

• English-speaking customer support
• Accept foreign credit cards
• No Japanese phone number required
• Offer hotel and Airbnb delivery
• Easy return for travelers

Book with Jasumo:

If you are ready to rent this product, you can contact us with the Product Name, the Rental start date and end date, your delivery Location, and other important details you want to share. After we get a request from you, our team will start communicating with you as soon as possible.

Faqs:

Why is the compact size of this lens important for travelers?

Weighing only 390g and being short when retracted, this lens significantly reduces the bulk and fatigue associated with carrying a medium format camera system all day while sightseeing or hiking, making your GFX system truly portable.

Is the variable maximum aperture of F4.5-5.6 an issue?

For general travel and landscape photography, where light is often abundant or a tripod is used, the variable aperture is a small trade-off for the lens’s extreme compactness and low weight. The GFX sensor’s high-quality performance in moderate light handles this easily.

What does the 0.28x maximum magnification allow me to shoot?

The 0.28x magnification, achieved at the telephoto end (55mm equivalent), allows for detailed close-up shots of Japanese objects, flowers, or food, making the lens surprisingly capable for near-macro work.

Is this lens protected from rain and humidity?

Yes, the lens features Weather Resistant (WR) sealing, which provides protection against dust and moisture, ensuring reliable use during typical outdoor travel, including light rain or high humidity.

Does this lens require a specific action to use after mounting?

This lens uses a retraction mechanism for maximum compactness. You must rotate the zoom ring past the retracted position to extend the lens and begin shooting.