Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR vs Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II
Both are Fujifilm X mount zooms for travel — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR | Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 10-24mm | 16-50mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II opens wider (f/3.5-5.6) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR covers 10-24mm and the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II covers 16-50mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Check the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR and the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II?
The Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR is 10-24mm f/4 zoom, APS-C; the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II is 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR or the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II?
The Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II — its f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR and Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Fujifilm X mount lenses, so they fit Fujifilm X-T/X-H/X-Pro/X-E/X-S series (APS-C).
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