Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II vs Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art
Both are Fujifilm X mount zooms for everyday and pro standard zoom — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II | Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16-55mm | 17-40mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II covers 16-55mm and the Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art covers 17-40mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR IISee price on Amazon
Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC ArtSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II and the Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art?
The Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II is 16-55mm f/2.8 zoom, APS-C; the Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art is 17-40mm f/1.8 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II or the Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art?
The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II and Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Fujifilm X mount lenses, so they fit Fujifilm X-T/X-H/X-Pro/X-E/X-S series (APS-C).
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