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
Sony
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Sony E Mount
The ultimate standard zoom — incredibly sharp, exceptionally compact, and built for professionals.
$2,299
Launch priceReleased Apr 2022
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II is 3.6 years newer.
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Wins
XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
Wins
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AXF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Min focus distance (21 cm vs 180 cm)
- BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Weight (695 g vs 2265 g)
- BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has higher Max magnification (0.32 × vs 0.12 ×)
- BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Length (120 mm vs 205.5 mm)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this lens size diff to shareXF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
⌀122 × 206 mm
2265 g (4.99 lb / 79.90 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
⌀88 × 120 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR is 86mm longer and 34mm wider than FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II.
XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR is 1570 g heavier than FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM 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 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 Super ED
- ✓
Optical stabilization
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
Reasons to choose the FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
- ✓
Min focus distance
21 cm vs 180 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 2 XA (extreme aspherical), 3 Aspherical, 2 Super ED
- ✓
Weight
695 g vs 2265 g — lower is better
- ✓
Length
120 mm vs 205.5 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 122 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.32 × vs 0.12 × — higher is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Custom function button
Both support custom function button
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
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
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Pros
- ✓Outstanding sharpness across the entire zoom range
- ✓Remarkably small and lightweight for an f/2.8 zoom
- ✓Four XD Linear focus motors provide blazing-fast AF tracking
- ✓Excellent close-up magnification
- ✓De-clickable aperture ring and customized function buttons
Cons
- –No built-in optical image stabilization (relies on body IBIS)
- –High launch price
- –Aperture ring can be easily bumped if not locked
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR and FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.