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XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR

Fujifilm X Mount

XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR — 10–24mm f/4 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.

$999

Launch price

Released Oct 2020

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

XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR is 5.8 years newer.

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Wins

4categories

XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR

Video & HybridLandscape

Wins

4categories

XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR

LandscapeSports & Action

TL;DR — Key differences

XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR wins 3 categories·XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR wins 2 categories
  • AXF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
  • AXF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR has lower Weight (410 g vs 655 g)
  • AXF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR 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)

Key specs at a glance

XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WRXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Focal Length10-24 mm16-55 mm
Max Aperturef/4f/2.8
MountFujifilm XFujifilm X
CoverageAPS-CAPS-C
Stabilization5 stopsNo
Weight410 g655 g
Min Focus38 cm30 cm
Filter Size62 mm77 mm

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseXF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WRXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Portrait
2.5Limited
4.5Fair
Sports & Action
6.5Good
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
9.0Excellent
4.0Fair
Landscape
8.0Excellent
8.0Excellent
Travel
5.0Fair
5.5Fair
Wildlife
5.5Fair
3.0Limited
Macro & Close-up
3.5Limited
1.5Limited

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose the XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR

  • Special elements

    Adds Aspherical

  • OIS effectiveness

    5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better

  • Optical stabilization

    Only XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR supports it

  • Control ring

    Only XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR supports it

  • Weight

    410 g vs 655 g — lower is better

  • Diameter

    65 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

  • Max aperture (Wide)

    f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better

  • Max aperture (Tele)

    f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better

  • Min focus distance

    30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better

  • Length

    106 mm vs 107 mm — 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.

XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • Built-in optical image stabilization
  • Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting

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

Decided which one is right for you?

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Fujifilm XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR

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

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Full specifications

= category winner

XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Focal length (Min)
10 mm
16 mm
Focal length (Max)
24 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
XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR
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
XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Optical stabilization
Yes
No
OIS effectiveness
5 stops
0 stops
XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Weight
410 g−245 g less
655 g
Length
107 mm
106 mm−1 mm less
Diameter
65 mm−18 mm less
83 mm
Filter thread size
62 mm
77 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes
Diaphragm blades
9
9
XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS WR
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Lens mount
Fujifilm X
Fujifilm X
Format coverage
APS-C
APS-C

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