Fujifilm
XF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR — 16–80mm f/4 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$799
Launch priceReleased Jul 2019
Fujifilm
XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II — 23mm f/1.4 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$899
Launch priceReleased Sep 2021
XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II is 2.2 years newer.
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Wins
XF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR
Wins
XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AXF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BXF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.4 vs f/4)
- BXF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.4 vs f/4)
- AXF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR has higher Max magnification (0.25 × vs 0.15 ×)
- BXF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II has lower Min focus distance (30 cm vs 38 cm)
Key specs at a glance
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 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only XF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.4 vs f/4 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.4 vs f/4 — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
375 g vs 440 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
103 mm vs 112 mm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Diameter
Both 65 mm
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
XF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Native Fujifilm X mount compatibility
Cons
- –Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.4 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
- ✓Lightweight design easy to carry all day
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm XF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR
Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.