Fujifilm
GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm GFX Mount
GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR — 500mm f/5.6 for Fujifilm GFX, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$2,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
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 3.1 years newer.
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Wins
GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Wins
XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR has higher OIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 5.5 stops)
- AGF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR has lower Length (246.5 mm vs 255.5 mm)
- BXF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR has lower Weight (1335 g vs 1375 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareGF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
⌀105 × 247 mm
1375 g (3.03 lb / 48.50 oz)
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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 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR is 9mm shorter than XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR.
GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR is 40 g heavier 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 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 5.5 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Length
246.5 mm vs 255.5 mm — lower is better
Reasons to choose the XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
Weight
1335 g vs 1375 g — lower is better
Shared specifications
Max aperture (Wide)
Both f/5.6
Max aperture (Tele)
Both f/5.6
Min focus distance
Both 275 cm
Max magnification
Both 0.2 ×
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Optical stabilization
Both support optical stabilization
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GF 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
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?
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Fujifilm GF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.