Fujifilm
GF 20-35mm F4 R WR
Fujifilm GFX Mount
GF 20-35mm F4 R WR — 20–35mm f/4 for Fujifilm GFX, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
Sony
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Sony E Mount
The standard telephoto zoom, completely redesigned to be 29% lighter and significantly sharper.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
GF 20-35mm F4 R WR is 1 year newer.
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Wins
GF 20-35mm F4 R WR
Wins
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has higher OIS effectiveness (4.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has higher Max magnification (0.3 × vs 0.15 ×)
- AGF 20-35mm F4 R WR has lower Length (112.5 mm vs 200 mm)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/4)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/4)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
GF 20-35mm F4 R WR
⌀89 × 113 mm
820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
⌀88 × 200 mm
1045 g (2.30 lb / 36.86 oz)
GF 20-35mm F4 R WR is 88mm shorter and 1mm wider than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
GF 20-35mm F4 R WR is 225 g lighter than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
Diameter (⌀) is the maximum barrel width; length is measured from the mount to the front of the lens.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose the GF 20-35mm F4 R WR
- ✓
Control ring
Only GF 20-35mm F4 R WR supports it
- ✓
Length
112.5 mm vs 200 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical
- ✓
Weight
820 g vs 1045 g — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
35 cm vs 40 cm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
4.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 XA, 1 Aspherical
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II supports it
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.3 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 89 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GF 20-35mm F4 R WR
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Fujifilm GFX mount compatibility
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Pros
- ✓Extremely lightweight for an f/2.8 telephoto zoom (only 1045g)
- ✓Virtually instantaneous and silent autofocus with 4 XD Linear motors
- ✓Stunning optical performance and contrast across entire range
- ✓Outstanding built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilization
- ✓Dedicated physical aperture ring with click and lock switches
Cons
- –Very high price tag
- –Lens hood is bulky and can block storage space easily
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm GF 20-35mm F4 R WR
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.