Looks like the new Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens ($899.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama) gets delayed.
The original planned shipping date of the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens is November 30 to February 2022. The reason is not the high demand but the problem is in parts procurement. You can read the press release below.
The XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR is a large-diameter wide-angle prime lens that consists of 15 lens elements, including two aspherical elements and three ED elements, in 10 groups, achieving enhanced resolution capabilities over the previous model.
Press Release
Notice regarding postponement of release of interchangeable lens for digital cameras “Fujinon Lens XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR“
Dear customers
We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your continued patronage of FUJIFILM products.
We have decided to postpone the release of the interchangeable lens for digital cameras “Fujinon Lens XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR“, which was announced to be released in November 2021, to February 2022 due to the delay in parts procurement.
In addition, the release date of the related accessory lens hood “LH-XF23 II” will be postponed.
We will do our best to deliver it as soon as possible, and we appreciate your understanding.
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