Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR vs Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 R LM OIS WR
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for wildlife and telephoto — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR | Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 R LM OIS WR |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 500mm | 400mm |
| Max aperture | f/5.6 | f/4.5 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 R LM OIS WR opens wider (f/4.5) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 R LM OIS WR (400mm) 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
Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WRSee price on Amazon
Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 R LM OIS WRSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR and the Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 R LM OIS WR?
The Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR is 500mm f/5.6 prime, APS-C; the Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 R LM OIS WR is 400mm f/4.5 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR or the Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 R LM OIS WR?
The Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 R LM OIS WR — its f/4.5 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/5.6 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR and Fujifilm XF400mmF4.5 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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