We already have non IS version of the lens for Fuji X-series camera [B&H and Amazon] but the recent patent document suggest the upcoming version of the 15-55mm F2.8 lens will have built-in image stabilization system and improved optics. The lens is weather sealed and features internal Focus motor as of its predecessor.
Description, self-interpretation of the patent literature (translated by google)
- Patent Publication No. 2016-109719
- Published 2016.6.20
- Filing date 2014.12.2
- Example 1
- Focal length f = 16.492 31.059 53.436
- Bf 22.000
- FNo. 2.88 2.74 2.89
- Angle of view 2ω 87.0 48.6 28.8
- Positive and negative positive and negative positive 5-group zoom
- Anti-vibration (part of the third group)
- Inner focus (group 4)
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