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Head to head
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II vs Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II
A direct, no-fluff comparison: specs, pros and cons, pricing, and the scenarios where each one earns its keep.
Spec snapshot
| Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II | Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | $1199 | $2798 |
| Our rating | 4.7/5 | 4.9/5 |
| Category | camera-lenses | camera-lenses |
| Pros | 3 | 3 |
| Cons | 2 | 1 |
The case for each
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II
4.7
Pros
- +Adds OIS
- +Faster AF than the original
- +Weather-sealed
Cons
- −Still not pocketable
- −Premium price for APS-C
Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II
4.9
Pros
- +Massively lighter than v1
- +Best-in-class AF
- +Tack sharp at 200mm wide open
Cons
- −Expensive
Winner by use case
Vlogging & videoFujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II
Low-light photographyTie
Value for moneyTie
Pro & enterprise useTie
BeginnersTie
Inferred from each camera's pros and review focus. Treat as a starting point, then read the full reviews for nuance.
Common questions
Is the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II better than the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II?
It depends on what you shoot. Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II scores 4.7/5 in our review, while the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II scores 4.9/5. See the spec table and use-case breakdown above for our verdict.
Which is cheaper, the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II or the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II?
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II sells around $1199, and Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II around $2798. The Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II is the cheaper of the two.
Which one is better for beginners?
Both are capable, but beginners usually do better with whichever has the simpler interface and more forgiving autofocus. Read the "Winner by use case" section above for our specific call.
Should I upgrade from the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II to the Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II?
Only if the gap in features you actually use is wide. If you already own one, the marginal upgrade is rarely worth the cost unless a specific shortcoming is blocking your work.
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