Fujifilm
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR — 50–140mm f/2.8 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$1,599
Launch priceReleased Jun 2014
Fujifilm
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
Fujifilm X Mount
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II — 56mm f/1.2 for Fujifilm X, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.
$999
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II is 8.3 years newer.
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Wins
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
Wins
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AXF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR has higher OIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- BXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
- BXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has lower Weight (445 g vs 995 g)
- BXF 56mm F1.2 R WR II has lower Length (112 mm vs 189 mm)
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 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
- ✓
OIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
- ✓
Optical stabilization
Only XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Custom function button
Only XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR supports it
- ✓
Max magnification
0.25 × vs 0.15 × — higher is better
Reasons to choose the XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
- ✓
Max aperture (Wide)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Max aperture (Tele)
f/1.2 vs f/2.8 — lower is better
- ✓
Weight
445 g vs 995 g — lower is better
- ✓
Special elements
Adds ED
- ✓
Length
112 mm vs 189 mm — lower is better
- ✓
Min focus distance
30 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better
Shared specifications
Internal focus
Both support internal focus
Diameter
Both 70 mm
Weather sealing
Both support weather sealing
Control ring
Both support control ring
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
Pros
- ✓Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
- ✓Built-in optical image stabilization
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Relatively heavy for extended handheld use
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
XF 56mm F1.2 R WR II
Pros
- ✓Bright f/1.2 aperture for low light and subject separation
- ✓Prime design typically delivers strong sharpness and lighter weight
- ✓Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
Cons
- –Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.