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 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II — 23mm f/1.4 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II is 4.7 years newer.
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Wins
GF 45mm F2.8 R WR
Wins
XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BXF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II has lower Weight (375 g vs 920 g)
- BXF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- BXF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
- BXF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II has lower Length (103 mm vs 179 mm)
- BXF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II has lower Diameter (65 mm vs 81 mm)
Key specs at a glance
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
- ✓
Control ring
Only GF 45mm F2.8 R WR supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only GF 45mm F2.8 R WR supports it
Reasons to choose the XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
- ✓
Weight
375 g vs 920 g — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.4 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Length
103 mm vs 179 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
65 mm vs 81 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Min focus distance
Both 30 cm
Max magnification
Both 0.15 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
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 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm GF 45mm F2.8 R WR
Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.