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 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
FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II is 3.1 years newer.
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Wins
XF 200mm F2 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 180 cm)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has higher Max magnification (0.3 × vs 0.12 ×)
- BFE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II has lower Weight (1045 g vs 2265 g)
- AXF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2 vs f/2.8)
- AXF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2 vs f/2.8)
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 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
⌀88 × 200 mm
1045 g (2.30 lb / 36.86 oz)
XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR is 6mm longer and 34mm wider than FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II.
XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR is 1220 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 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
Control ring
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
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 4.5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose the FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II
- ✓
Min focus distance
40 cm vs 180 cm — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
1045 g vs 2265 g — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds 1 XA, 1 Aspherical
- ✓
Diameter
88 mm vs 122 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Max magnification
0.3 × vs 0.12 × — higher is better
- ✓
Length
200 mm vs 205.5 mm — lower 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 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 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 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR and FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II at major authorized retailers.
Fujifilm XF 200mm F2 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.