Fujifilm XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR
Fujifilm · 16–50 mm · f/2.8–4.8 · XF
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
62
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Internal zoom design maintains constant compact length throughout focal range
+Weather-sealed construction for reliable use in varied environmental conditions
+Lightweight at 240g, the lightest zoom in the XF lens lineup
+Responsive linear motor autofocus optimized for high-resolution 40MP sensors
+Sharp center sharpness across the zoom range with good corner performance
Worth Knowing
−No optical image stabilization (OIS); reliant on in-body stabilization
−Reduced aperture at telephoto end (f/4.8) limits low-light performance compared to constant f/2.8 lenses
−Corner sharpness at wide end (16mm) slightly soft wide open; corners not as sharp as premium f/2.8 alternatives
−Some sample-to-sample variation in centering quality reported by users
General | |
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About This LensThe Fujifilm XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR is the company's latest standard zoom lens, replacing the aging XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 OIS, with updates in optical performance, autofocus, and weather resistance positioned as the new kit lens for select Fujifilm cameras. An all-round great performance and a solid improvement on the previous version, though it isn't as consistently sharp as the premium XF 16-55mm f/2.8, particularly at its longest focal length. For users buying into the Fujifilm system with a new camera that has stabilization, this lens makes a lot more sense—especially when bundled at a lower price. | |
| Brand | Fujifilm |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | XF |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Fujifilm X |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Fujifilm X |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  APS-C |
Physical93/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 240 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 65 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 71.4 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 58 mm |
Optics63/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 16–50 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2.8–4.8 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 83.2°–31.7° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 17.7 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups |  Yes |
Zoom Mechanism ⓘSystem enabling zoom function |  Manual |
Zoom Ring ⓘIf zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring |  Yes |
Zoom Type ⓘThe design or approach to zooming |  Rotary |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 24 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.3x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features32/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Zoom Lock ⓘZoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length | No |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction54/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 11 |
| Groups | 9 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 3 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 3 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |