Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS vs Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS

The bottom line

These cover different focal lengths — the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is 10-24mm, the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS is 55-200mm — so they're not really substitutes. Pick by the field of view you actually need: the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS for wide-angle, the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS for telephoto.

Choose the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS if…

  • You shoot wide — it starts at 10mm vs 55mm for landscapes, interiors and architecture.
  • You value portability — at 385g (13.6 oz) it's lighter than the 580g (1.28 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry.

Choose the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS if…

  • You need more reach — it goes to 200mm vs 24mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport.
  • You like close-focus work — 0.18x magnification vs 0.1x.

Where they differ

  • Aperture: the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS opens to f/3.5 vs the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS's f/4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
  • Focal range: Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is 10-24mm, Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS is 55-200mm — different framing and reach.
  • Weight: the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is 385g (13.6 oz) vs 580g (1.28 lb) — you'll feel the difference handheld.

Frequently asked

Is the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS or the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS better?

These cover different focal lengths — the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is 10-24mm, the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS is 55-200mm — so they're not really substitutes. Pick by the field of view you actually need: the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS for wide-angle, the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS for telephoto.

Who should choose the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS?

Choose the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS if you shoot wide — it starts at 10mm vs 55mm for landscapes, interiors and architecture. Choose it if you value portability — at 385g (13.6 oz) it's lighter than the 580g (1.28 lb) alternative for travel and all-day carry.

Who should choose the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS?

Choose the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS if you need more reach — it goes to 200mm vs 24mm for distant subjects, wildlife and sport. Choose it if you like close-focus work — 0.18x magnification vs 0.1x.

What is the main difference between the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS and the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS?

Aperture: the Fujifilm XF 55-200mm f/3.5-4.8 R LM OIS opens to f/3.5 vs the Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS's f/4 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.

Product
Optical Design
Focal Length10-24mm55-200mm
Lens TypeZoomZoom
Optical Elements1414
Optical Groups1010
Aperture & Iris
Maximum Aperturef/4f/3.5
Minimum Aperturef/22f/22
Aperture Blades77
Rounded ApertureNoNo
Coverage & Angle
Format CoverageAPS-CAPS-C
Lens MountFujifilm XFujifilm X
Angle of View110° – 61°29° – 8°
35mm Equivalent15-37mm84-305mm
Focus
AutofocusYesYes
Focus MotorSteppingLinear
Focus LimiterNoNo
AF/MF SwitchNoNo
Min Focus Distance24 cm110 cm
Max Magnification0.1x0.18x
Stabilization & Video
Optical StabilizationYesYes
Aperture RingYesNo
Declickable ApertureNoNo
ParfocalNoNo
Internal ZoomNoNo
General
Price (MSRP)$749$699
Filter Size72mm62mm
Diameter78mm75.7mm
Length87mm175mm
Weight385g (13.6 oz)580g (1.28 lb)
Weather SealedNoNo
Tripod CollarNoNo