Fujifilm
XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR — 150–600mm f/5.6-8 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased May 2022
Sony
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Sony E Mount
The standard telephoto zoom, completely redesigned to be 29% lighter and significantly sharper.
$2,799
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR is 8 months newer.
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Wins
XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR
Wins
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Min focus distance (40 cm vs 240 cm)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/8)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/5.6)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Length (200 mm vs 314.5 mm)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Weight (1045 g vs 1605 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareXF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR
⌀99 × 315 mm
1605 g (3.54 lb / 56.61 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
⌀88 × 200 mm
1045 g (2.30 lb / 36.86 oz)
XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR is 115mm longer and 11mm wider than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR is 560 g heavier than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS 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 XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 3 ED, 4 Super ED
- ✓
Control ring
Only XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 4.5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose the FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 XA, 1 Aspherical, 1 Super ED…
- ✓
Min focus distance
40 cm vs 240 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8 vs f/8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8 vs f/5.6 — lower is better
- ✓
Length
200 mm vs 314.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
1045 g vs 1605 g — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 99 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.3 × vs 0.24 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Optical stabilization
Both support optical stabilization
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM 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
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
Pros
- ✓Extremely lightweight for an f/2.8 telephoto zoom (only 1045g)
- ✓Virtually instantaneous and silent autofocus with 4 XD Linear motors
- ✓Stunning optical performance and contrast across entire range
- ✓Outstanding built-in Optical SteadyShot stabilization
- ✓Dedicated physical aperture ring with click and lock switches
Cons
- –Very high price tag
- –Lens hood is bulky and can block storage space easily
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR and FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm XF 150-600mm F5.6-8 R LM OIS WR
Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.