Fujifilm
GF 45mm F2.8 R WR
Fujifilm GFX Mount
GF 45mm F2.8 R WR — 45mm f/2.8 for Fujifilm GFX, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Jan 2017
Fujifilm
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II
Fujifilm X Mount
Second-gen flagship standard zoom — 410g, 72mm filter, de-clickable aperture, and 40MP-class resolution.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Jan 2025
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II is 8 years newer.
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Wins
GF 45mm F2.8 R WR
Wins
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II has lower Weight (410 g vs 920 g)
- BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II has lower Length (122 mm vs 179 mm)
- BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II has higher Max magnification (0.21 × vs 0.15 ×)
- BXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II has lower Diameter (78.3 mm vs 81 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareGF 45mm F2.8 R WR
⌀81 × 179 mm
920 g (2.03 lb / 32.45 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II
⌀78 × 122 mm
410 g (0.90 lb / 14.46 oz)
GF 45mm F2.8 R WR is 57mm longer and 3mm wider than XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II.
GF 45mm F2.8 R WR is 510 g heavier than XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR 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 45mm F2.8 R WR
- ✓
Special elements
Adds Aspherical
- ✓
Custom function button
Only GF 45mm F2.8 R WR supports it
Reasons to choose the XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 4 Aspherical, 3 ED, 1 Super ED
- ✓
Weight
410 g vs 920 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
122 mm vs 179 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.21 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
- ✓
Diameter
78.3 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/2.8
Min focus distance
Both 30 cm
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GF 45mm F2.8 R WR
Pros
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Native Fujifilm GFX mount compatibility
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II
Pros
- ✓37% lighter than Mk I (410g vs 655g)
- ✓De-clickable aperture ring for video
- ✓0.3m close focus across zoom range
Cons
- –No optical IS — relies on body IBIS
- –Premium price for APS-C
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the GF 45mm F2.8 R WR and XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm GF 45mm F2.8 R WR
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.