Fujifilm
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 priceReleased Jan 2017
Fujifilm
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm X Mount
762mm-equiv. super-telephoto at only 1335g with 5.5-stop OIS and linear AF.
$3,699
Launch priceReleased Oct 2024
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR is 7.8 years newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
Wins
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BXF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR has higher OIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AGF 32-64mm F4 R LM has lower Min focus distance (38 cm vs 275 cm)
- AGF 32-64mm F4 R LM has lower Weight (875 g vs 1335 g)
- AGF 32-64mm F4 R LM has lower Diameter (70 mm vs 104.5 mm)
- AGF 32-64mm F4 R LM has lower Length (173 mm vs 255.5 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareGF 32-64mm F4 R LM
⌀70 × 173 mm
875 g (1.93 lb / 30.86 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
⌀105 × 256 mm
1335 g (2.94 lb / 47.09 oz)
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM is 83mm shorter and 35mm narrower than XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR.
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM is 460 g lighter than XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS 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 32-64mm F4 R LM
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Min focus distance
38 cm vs 275 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
875 g vs 1335 g — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
70 mm vs 104.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Length
173 mm vs 255.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/4 vs f/5.6 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/4 vs f/5.6 — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.2 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 5 ED, 2 Super ED
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR supports it
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
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 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Premium price point
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the GF 32-64mm F4 R LM and XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
Fujifilm XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.