Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR vs Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for sports & action and wildlife — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR | Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 200mm | 500mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/5.6 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR opens wider (f/2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR (200mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR (500mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Check the Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR and the Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR?
The Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR is 200mm f/2 prime, APS-C; the Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR is 500mm f/5.6 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR or the Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR?
The Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR — its f/2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/5.6 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR and Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS 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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