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Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR — Prime/Zoom
Fujifilm

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR

Prime/Zoom

90
/ 100
From $1,199
VS
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM — Prime/Zoom
Sony

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM

Prime/Zoom

90
/ 100
From $2,198
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR lands at 90 and Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics

Pick Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM if…

  • ✓Fast autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed
  • ✓Premium optics
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Sharpness

Tie

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $2,198).

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR 90
vs
90 Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM

Score breakdown

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR
90
sharpness 90
af 89
build 94
value 84
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM
90
sharpness 90
af 89
build 94
value 84

Specs side-by-side

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR versus Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM — full spec comparison
Spec Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM

Pros
  • +Fast autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed
  • +Premium optics
Cons
  • −Heavy
  • −Expensive
  • −Focus breathing varies

FAQ: Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR vs Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM

Which is better, Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM? +

Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR worth the price? +

At $1,199, Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in build.

Is Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM worth the price? +

At $2,198, Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in build.

Does Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR or Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM? +

Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR — more score per dollar ($1,199 vs $2,198). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.