Fujifilm Unveils Plans for FUJINON LA30x7.8BRM-XB2 4K Broadcast Zoom Lens Development
FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Optical Devices Division, has announced the development of their latest 4K broadcast zoom lens, the FUJINON LA30x7.8BRM-XB2 (LA30x7.8). This lens has been specifically designed to combine portability, ease of use, and superior performance at an affordable price point.
Set to be released later in 2025, the LA30x7.8 will be showcased at the 2025 NAB Show, one of the world’s largest international broadcast equipment trade shows, held in Las Vegas from April 6 – 9.
“With the rapid expansion of video streaming platforms, the demand for video content in various industries such as news, live production, house of worship, corporate, and sports has increased,” said Stosh Durbacz, vice president, Sales, Optical Devices Division, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. “This has created a need for equipment that can streamline content creation without compromising on image quality or functionality within limited production budgets. The LA30x7.8 will satisfy this demand.”
The LA30x7.8 joins the FUJINON LA16x8BRM-XB1A in the LA series of FUJINON 4K broadcast zoom lenses. Since its release in 2019, the LA16x8BRM-XB1A has received praise for its compact (163.8mm) and lightweight (1.6kg) design, excellent optical performance, and affordable cost. The LA30x7.8 continues this legacy.
The main features of the LA30x7.8 include a 30x zoom range, covering focal lengths of 7.8mm-234mm, while maintaining a compact and lightweight design. The lens measures just 190mm and weighs 1.8kg, achieved by adopting a rear focus mechanism and optimizing the lens configuration and control methods.
The newly developed drive unit features high-resolution 16-bit encoders, allowing for accurate position detection of zoom, focus, and iris in virtual and remote production, which contributes to streamlined production operations. The lens also has a maximum speed of 1.0 sec and a minimum speed of 120 sec when zooming from wide to tele end, making it versatile for capturing fast-moving subjects during live sports broadcasts and enabling ultra-slow zooms during live music performances.
By utilizing the latest optical simulation technology and suppressing various types of aberrations, the LA30x7.8 achieves 4K optical performance across the entire zoom range. Fujifilm’s unique multi-layer coating, High Transmittance Electron Beam Coating (HT-EBC), boasts high light transmittance and accurate color reproduction.
The lens is also equipped with features that support comfortable filming, including a single button on the lens that provides electronic flange back, allowing for faster and more efficient adjustment compared to the manual process. The macro function enables the operator to film extreme close-ups without letting go of their focusing hand.
FUJINON LA30x7.8BRM-XB2 is expected to be available in 2025. More detailed timing and pricing will be released as it becomes available. For more information, please visit https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/business/cine-and-broadcast/portable-lens/4k-portable-lens.
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