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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

vs

Fujifilm

XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR

Fujifilm X Mount

XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR — 8–16mm f/2.8 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.

$1,999

Launch price

Released Nov 2018

XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR is 3.8 years newer.

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Wins

3categories

XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR

LandscapeSports & Action

Wins

2categories

XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR

LandscapeSports & Action

3 categories tied

TL;DR — Key differences

XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR wins 3 categories·XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR wins 2 categories
  • BXF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR has higher Max magnification (0.25 × vs 0.16 ×)
  • AXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Length (106 mm vs 163 mm)
  • BXF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Diameter (65 mm vs 83 mm)
  • AXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 38 cm)
  • AXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR has lower Weight (655 g vs 805 g)

Key specs at a glance

XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WRXF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR
Focal Length16-55 mm8-16 mm
Max Aperturef/2.8f/2.8
MountFujifilm XFujifilm X
CoverageAPS-CAPS-C
StabilizationNoNo
Weight655 g805 g
Min Focus30 cm38 cm
Filter Size77 mm62 mm

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseXF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WRXF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR
Portrait
4.5Fair
4.5Fair
Sports & Action
6.5Good
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
4.0Fair
5.0Fair
Landscape
8.0Excellent
7.0Good
Travel
5.5Fair
2.0Limited
Wildlife
3.0Limited
3.0Limited
Macro & Close-up
1.5Limited
2.0Limited

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

  • Length

    106 mm vs 163 mm — lower is better

  • Min focus distance

    30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better

  • Weight

    655 g vs 805 g — lower is better

Reasons to choose the XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR

  • Special elements

    Adds Aspherical

  • Control ring

    Only XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR supports it

  • Custom function button

    Only XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR supports it

  • Diameter

    65 mm vs 83 mm — lower is better

  • Max magnification

    0.25 × vs 0.16 × — higher is better

Shared specifications

Max aperture (Wide)

Both f/2.8

Max aperture (Tele)

Both f/2.8

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 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
  • Native Fujifilm X mount compatibility

Cons

  • Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value

Decided which one is right for you?

Compare live prices for the XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR and XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR at major authorized retailers.

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

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

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Full specifications

= category winner

XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR
Focal length (Min)
16 mm
8 mm
Focal length (Max)
55 mm
16 mm
Max aperture (Wide)
f/2.8
f/2.8
Max aperture (Tele)
f/2.8
f/2.8
Elements
17
16
Groups
12
12
Special elements
3 Aspherical, 3 ED
Aspherical
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR
Min focus distance
30 cm−8 cm less
38 cm
Max magnification
0.16 ×
0.25 ×+56%
Autofocus motor
Twin Linear Motors
Linear / Stepping Motor
Internal focus
Yes
Yes
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR
Optical stabilization
No
No
OIS effectiveness
0 stops
0 stops
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR
Weight
655 g−150 g less
805 g
Length
106 mm−57 mm less
163 mm
Diameter
83 mm
65 mm−18 mm less
Filter thread size
77 mm
62 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes
Diaphragm blades
9
9
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR
XF 8-16mm 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.