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 priceReleased Jan 2015
Fujifilm
XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm X Mount
305mm-equiv. F2 super-telephoto prime with 5-stop OIS, linear AF, and weather sealing.
$5,999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2018
XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR is 3.8 years newer.
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Wins
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Wins
XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BXF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- AXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 180 cm)
- AXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Weight (655 g vs 2265 g)
- AXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Length (106 mm vs 205.5 mm)
- AXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Diameter (83 mm vs 122 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
⌀83 × 106 mm
655 g (1.44 lb / 23.10 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
⌀122 × 206 mm
2265 g (4.99 lb / 79.90 oz)
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR is 100mm shorter and 39mm narrower than XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR.
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR is 1610 g lighter than XF 200mm F2 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 XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 3 Aspherical, 3 ED
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 180 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
655 g vs 2265 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
106 mm vs 205.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
83 mm vs 122 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.16 × vs 0.12 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 ED, 1 Super ED
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Control ring
Only XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2 vs f/2.8 — 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 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
XF 200mm F2 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
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
Fujifilm XF 200mm F2 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.