Fujinon’s new XA88x8.8BESM HD telephoto lens features 88x magnification with a focal length of 8.8 mm to 777 mm telephoto—making it the widest long lens available today. It is also available with Fujinon’s patented Precision Focus Assist (PFA). Precision Focus Assist is Fujinon’s much-acclaimed, built-in feature that addresses precise focus issues in HDTV production stemming from the format’s shallow depth of focus and the lack of size and resolution in camera viewfinders.
At 258 (H) x 270 (W) x 625mm (L), with PFA, the XA88x8.8 is also extremely compact.
“The XA88x is the perfect choice for large sporting events with its ability to capture stunning wide-angle shots or long-range close ups in 16:9, 4:3 HD or SD,” said Dave Waddell, Marketing Manager, Fujinon. “There is no other lens available today that offers the wide angle performance in a long lens like the new XA88x—with Fujinon’s Precision Focus Assist Technology. The ability to capture images under extreme low light conditions is assured with an F number of 1.7 from 8.8 mm to 348 mm, and it only drops to F3.8 at 777 mm.
It is equipped with Fujinon’s exclusive GO-Technology that improves image resolution and chromatic aberrations at all focal lengths. Multiple aspherical lens elements are incorporated, with three zoom groups, enabling optimal optical quality over the entire zoom range. It ensures that all optical components in the composition of the lens are fully optimized, resulting in a 20-30 percent improvement in all optical features, when compared with conventional lenses without Fujinon’s advanced GO-Technology.
A new shroud design incorporates a tightly sealed dust-proof housing that provides advanced protection against dust contamination and quiet, smooth operation. A built-in moisture protection system keeps the lens operating even under the harshest conditions while improving long-term reliability.
The XA88x8.8BESM offers all the advantages of Fujinon’s DIGI POWER digital controls, featuring F number limit, Quick Zoom, two-shot presets and other digital functions increasing production flexibility. The lens employs optical encoders that increase reliability and provide extremely high positioning accuracy in virtual environments. A 32-bit RISC processor unit controls all major lens functions and ensures accurate operation of zoom and focus throughout the zoom range. The high-speed serial communication link between the zoom/focus demands and the lens gives the operator precise control. The zoom/focus mode provides three distinctive rotational curves for zoom and focus—helpful when switching between different production styles such as drama and sports.
Fujinon is a major manufacturer and distributor of optics and lens assemblies for the broadcast, digital cinema, and industrial markets. The company's line of television zoom lenses are used in virtually every segment of the broadcast industry, including electronic newsgathering, studio and field production, and high definition television. For more information about Fujinon broadcast and communications products, call 1 (973) 633-5600 or visit www.fujinonbroadcast.com.
