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GF 32-64mm F4 R LM

Fujifilm GFX Mount

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM — 32–64mm f/4 for Fujifilm GFX, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.

$1,999

Launch price

Released Jan 2017

vs

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 price

Released Jan 2015

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM is 2 years newer.

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Wins

2categories

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM

Wins

5categories

XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR

LandscapeSports & Action

1 categories tied

TL;DR — Key differences

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM wins 1 categories·XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR wins 4 categories
  • BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Length (106 mm vs 173 mm)
  • AGF 32-64mm F4 R LM has higher Max magnification (0.25 × vs 0.16 ×)
  • 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 875 g)

Key specs at a glance

GF 32-64mm F4 R LMXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Focal Length32-64 mm16-55 mm
Max Aperturef/4f/2.8
MountFujifilm GFXFujifilm X
CoverageMedium FormatAPS-C
StabilizationNoNo
Weight875 g655 g
Min Focus38 cm30 cm
Filter Size67 mm77 mm

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseGF 32-64mm F4 R LMXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Portrait
2.5Limited
4.5Fair
Sports & Action
5.5Fair
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
5.0Fair
4.0Fair
Landscape
3.0Limited
8.0Excellent
Travel
2.0Limited
5.5Fair
Wildlife
3.0Limited
3.0Limited
Macro & Close-up
2.0Limited
1.5Limited

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose the GF 32-64mm F4 R LM

  • Special elements

    Adds Aspherical

  • Control ring

    Only GF 32-64mm F4 R LM supports it

  • Custom function button

    Only GF 32-64mm F4 R LM supports it

  • Diameter

    70 mm vs 83 mm — lower is better

  • Max magnification

    0.25 × vs 0.16 × — higher is better

Reasons to choose the XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR

  • Special elements

    Adds 3 Aspherical, 3 ED

  • Length

    106 mm vs 173 mm — lower is better

  • 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 875 g — lower is better

  • Min focus distance

    30 cm vs 38 cm — lower 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 32-64mm F4 R LM

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • 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

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Fujifilm GF 32-64mm F4 R LM

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR

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Full specifications

= category winner

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Focal length (Min)
32 mm
16 mm
Focal length (Max)
64 mm
55 mm
Max aperture (Wide)
f/4
f/2.8+1 stop wider
Max aperture (Tele)
f/4
f/2.8+1 stop wider
Elements
16
17
Groups
12
12
Special elements
Aspherical
3 Aspherical, 3 ED
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Min focus distance
38 cm
30 cm−8 cm less
Max magnification
0.25 ×+56%
0.16 ×
Autofocus motor
Linear / Stepping Motor
Twin Linear Motors
Internal focus
Yes
Yes
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Optical stabilization
No
No
OIS effectiveness
0 stops
0 stops
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Weight
875 g
655 g−220 g less
Length
173 mm
106 mm−67 mm less
Diameter
70 mm−13 mm less
83 mm
Filter thread size
67 mm
77 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes
Diaphragm blades
9
9
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Lens mount
Fujifilm GFX
Fujifilm X
Format coverage
Medium Format
APS-C

Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.