Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 vs Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 Size Comparison

Here is a quick and approximate size comparison between the Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 MKII, the upcoming Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 DC ART and the old Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8.

It seems that in terms of size the new Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 DC ART will sit somewhere in between the two Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 lenses.

As a reference: the Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II weights 410 gram whereas the Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 weights ⁠535 gram.

If the optical quality is very good (and we will find it out on June 17), then the Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 could be a game-changing lens for some fellow Fujifilm APS-C shooters.

Remember: we shared images and full specs of the Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 here.

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XF500mmF5.6, X-M5, X100VI, X-T5, XF16-55mmF2.8 II Reviews and More – miXed Zone

We recently shared a comprehensive review/comparison of the Fujinon XF500mmF5.6 vs XF100-400mm for wildlife photography in this article called “Fujifilm Equipment for Wildlife Imaging: An Evolving and Compelling Choice for Serious Photography“.

Today I will share a few more reviews about the XF500mmF5.6, but also reviews about the Fujifilm X-M5, X100VI, X-T5, XF16-55mmF2.8 II and more.

It’s a rather massive miXed zone ;).

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Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II in Stock at BHphoto and Adorama

The Fujinon XF16.55mmF2.8 R LM WR II is now in stock at BHphoto here and Adorama here.

I got reports from readers of it being in stock also at Amazon here, but so far I can’t find them, so probably the lens was in stock just very shortly and just sold out quickly again.

Not available at the moment at Moment and Nuzira.

Luca Petralia has a great video about it, which I will share below.

Fujifilm Revives X-H2/S Bundle Deal (save $1,210) and Adds XF16-55mmF2.8 to Current X Deals

Fujifilm has added some deals to the current savings.

They brought back the huge bundle offer on X-H2/S (free 325 GB CFexpress Type B card and FT-XH file transmitter grip), which was live for a few days only during Black Friday. Now it’s online again until December 29.

You also get to save $100 on the original Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8.

Cameras (X-H2/S deal ends Dec.29)

Zoom Lenses

Prime Lenses

Fujifilm X-M5, XF 16-55mm f/2.8 and XF500mm f/5.6 Mini Review Roundup

The Fujifilm X-M5, Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II and the Fujinon XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR started shipping, so I thought it’s time for a little review roundup.

Pre-Orders

Video Reviews

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Shipping Started for Fujifilm X-M5, XF16-55mmF2.8 and XF500mmF5.6 – In Stock Check

The latest gear launched by Fujifilm has started shipping.

Some of it can also be found in stock already, although in limited numbers.

The first to be in stock is the Fujinon XF500mmF5.6, which is available at Amazon here, BHphoto here and Adorama here.

So far no stock for the Fujifilm X-M5 and Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II.

In Stock Check

Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 Discontinued at Some Stores

It’s happening: one of the most popular Fujinon XF lenses of all time is about to retire.

In fact, the Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR starts to be marked as discontinued at stores in Japan as reported by the Japanese website asobinet.

This is inevitable since now we got the Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR II, which is smaller, lighter and optically even a bit better. And it costs the same as the older version.

You can still find the XF16-55mmF2.8 MKI in stock in USA, Canada and Europe, but I guess these will be the last samples available and honestly quite hard to sell for Fujifilm if they do not decide to offer it with a substantial price drop.

Size & Specs Comparison: Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II vs I vs Sigma 18-50mmF2.8

Life was easy until October 13.

At least for those looking to purchase a standard f/2.8 zoom lens.

Because the two options we had, the Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 I and the Sigma 18-50mmF2.8 DC DN, were so different to each other that people did not have much to think about: if you want compactness, go for the Sigma. If you want a wider range and an aperture ring, go for the Fujinon.

But with the arrival of the new Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II, decision making has become a bit more complicated.

As shown in the size comparisons above, the new Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II falls between the older XF16-55 and the Sigma 18-50 in terms of size. So, if your primary reason for choosing the Sigma was compactness, the decision between the two lenses has now become a bit more challenging.

While the Sigma is still a bit smaller, the new Fujinon will give you a wider range (16-55 instead of 18-50), an aperture ring (which can be de-clicked), likely better weather sealing (as the one of the Sigma is rather basic), and something that is often overlooked: Fujifilm colors.

Look, I own third party autofocus and manual focus lenses. They are some fantastic offerings out there. But one of the main reasons I prefer my Fujinon’s, is that I get consistent Fujifilm colors. That’s for example also why I bought the Fujinon XF10-24mmF4. I did love my Samyang 12mmF2, but the colors just did not look like the ones I was used to when using my Fujinon glass.

However, there is still one huge argument for the Sigma 18-50mmF2.8: the price! If you look for best value for money, the Sigma might be the best option.

Which one would you pick?

Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II vs I: Is the New Version Worth the Switch?

I guess the question these days for those, who already own the “old” XF16-55mmF2.8 is: should I upgrade the new XF16-55mmF2.8 II or stick with the old one?

In order to try to help you to find the right answer, I’ve searched for comparisons, but I was surprised to find that this particular comparison hasn’t been adequately addressed by reviewers at launch. If I missed them, please let me know in the comments, so I can add them to this article.

But now a new video has been released by FujiFanBoys that provides a quick comparison between the new Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II and the previous XF16-55mmF2.8.

I will sum it up in bullet points for you, but if you want to see the sample images and get a few more details, check out the video above.

  • the new XF16-55mmF2.8 II is a bit sharper and has a bit more contrast
  • the new XF16-55mmF2.8 has a bit better bokeh
  • the new XF16-55mmF2.8 has a bit better autofocus
  • the new XF16-55mmF2.8 as virtually no focus breathing (the old one was good there too, but not as good as the new one)
  • the new XF16-55mmF2.8 is lighter and smaller
  • the new XF16-55mmF2.8 has a de-clickable aperture ring

So who is this lens for?

Well, if that’s your first XF16-55mmF2.8 lens, then go for the new one. It’s a lot lighter and smaller, it’s a bit better optically, and costs the same as the old one.

Things get more complicated if you already own the old XF16-55mmF2.8.

In this case, FujiFanBoys says that if you shoot mainly primes and already own the old XF16-55mmF2.8, then there is no need to upgrade. But if you rely a lot on the XF16-55 for your work, then size and weight alone are a good reason to upgrade.

And what was your decision? Feel free to let us know by voting the survey:

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Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR II Pre-Orders Now also at Amazon US

You can now pre-order the Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR II also at AmazonUS here.

And look, I know it sucks to have to wait months to get your gear shipped, which has sadly become a standard with Fujifilm.

But since pre-orders just launched, Amazon likely has a short waiting list for now. So, if you’re interested in this lens and place your order on Amazon soon, you could secure a higher spot in the waiting list and potentially receive your lens sooner.

However, the list is bound to fill up quickly.

Also, it’s worth giving your local store a call to ask about their waiting list. Unfortunately, I can’t do that for you—I can’t check every store’s backlog worldwide. Instead, I try to provide the best info by comparing larger online retailers.

But if you work at a local store, feel free to inform our readers in the comments to this post on how the situation is at your store.