Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II
Fujifilm · 16–55 mm · f/2.8 · XF
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
76
SCORE /100
What We Like
+37% lighter than original Mark I (410g vs 655g) while maintaining optical quality
+Constant f/2.8 aperture across entire 24-84mm equivalent focal range for low-light performance
+Superior sharpness optimized for Fujifilm's 40MP sensors with improved edge-to-corner resolution
+Fast, near-silent linear AF motor with improved speed and accuracy over original version
+Improved maximum magnification of 0.21x vs 0.16x in original for better close-focus capability
+De-clickable aperture ring for smooth, silent video exposure control
Worth Knowing
−Slightly notchy zoom ring action with less smooth progression than original Mark I version
−Larger and heavier than some competing lenses like Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8
−Price point ($1199) unchanged from original despite being revised model, making it premium-tier
−Focus ring lacks hard stops at either end of focus range
General | |
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About This LensThe Fujifilm XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR II is a professional weather-resistant standard zoom lens for Fujifilm's X-series interchangeable lens cameras. Released in 2024, the Mark II version is 37% lighter than the original, measuring 78.3x95mm and weighing 410g versus 655g. It improves resolving power, catering to Fujifilm's latest 40 megapixel cameras, and with no increase in purchase price. Highlights include an inner focusing system, a close-focus point of 30cm and 0.21x magnification across the entire zoom range, an iris diaphragm with 11 rounded blades, weather-resistant construction with 12 sealing points throughout the lens body, a fluorine coating on the front element for water and smudge resistance, and a high-speed linear AF motor that enables rapid and precise autofocus in speeds as fast as 0.02 seconds. | |
| Brand | Fujifilm |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Version ⓘThe iteration or release number of a particular lens model. | II |
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 | 410 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 78.3 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 95 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. | 72 mm |
Optics83/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 16–55 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2.8 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 83.2°–29° |
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 | 11020 |
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. | 30 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.21x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features52/100 | |
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. |  Yes |
| 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 |
Construction55/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 16 |
| Groups | 11 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 4 |
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 | 1 |
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 |