Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR vs Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD
Both are Fujifilm X mount zooms for wide-angle and astrophotography — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR | Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 8-16mm | 11-20mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | 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 covers 8-16mm and the Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD covers 11-20mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR price on Amazon →
Check the Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR and the Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD?
The Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR is 8-16mm f/2.8 zoom, APS-C; the Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD is 11-20mm f/2.8 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Do the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR and Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD 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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