Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR vs Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR
Both are Fujifilm X mount zooms for landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR | Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16-80mm | 8-16mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR covers 16-80mm and the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR covers 8-16mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
Where to buy
Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WRSee price on Amazon
Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WRSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR and the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR?
The Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR is 16-80mm f/4 zoom, APS-C; the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR is 8-16mm f/2.8 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR or the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR?
The Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR and Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR 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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