The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 and the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 71mm. The Fujifilm XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS with a length of 65mm, is 6mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 also has a larger diameter of 65mm compared to the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS's 63mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Fujifilm XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS weighs 195g, 18% (45g) lighter than the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8's weight of 240g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Zoom Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 and the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS have the same Filter thread size of 58mm.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 and the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS has the same Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
16-50mm but while Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 has the fastest aperture of
F2.8-4.8, the Fujifilm XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS's widest aperture value is
F3.5 - F5.6.
