Fujifilm
GF 23mm F4 R LM WR
Fujifilm GFX Mount
GF 23mm F4 R LM WR — 23mm f/4 for Fujifilm GFX, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$849
Launch priceReleased Jan 2017
Fujifilm
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Fujifilm X Mount
The pro-grade standard zoom for X-mount camera bodies, delivering prime-like performance.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Jan 2015
GF 23mm F4 R LM WR is 2 years newer.
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Wins
GF 23mm F4 R LM WR
Wins
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/4)
- BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/4)
- BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Weight (655 g vs 845 g)
- BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 38 cm)
- BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has higher Max magnification (0.16 × vs 0.13 ×)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareGF 23mm F4 R LM WR
⌀89 × 103 mm
845 g (1.86 lb / 29.81 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
⌀83 × 106 mm
655 g (1.44 lb / 23.10 oz)
GF 23mm F4 R LM WR is 3mm shorter and 6mm wider than XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR.
GF 23mm F4 R LM WR is 190 g heavier than XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR.
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 23mm F4 R LM WR
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 Aspherical, 2 ED, 1 Super ED
- ✓
Length
103 mm vs 106 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 3 Aspherical, 3 ED
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
655 g vs 845 g — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
83 mm vs 89 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.16 × vs 0.13 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GF 23mm F4 R LM WR
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Fujifilm GFX mount compatibility
Cons
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Pros
- ✓Incredible center-to-corner sharpness across the range
- ✓Professional weather-resistant build quality
- ✓Twin Linear Motors deliver rapid, near-silent autofocus
- ✓Dedicated physical aperture ring
Cons
- –No optical image stabilization
- –Relatively heavy and bulky for an APS-C lens (655g)
- –Filter size of 77mm is large for X-series accessories
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 R LM WR
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.