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 Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 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 Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 with a length of 45mm, is 26mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 has a larger diameter of 67mm compared to the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8's 65mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 and Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 and the Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 Size and Weight 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. Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 weighs 167g, 30% (73g) lighter than the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8's weight of 240g.
Filter Threads
The Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 has a 41mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8:
And these are the 41mm filters that we recommend for the Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6:
Lens Mounts
The Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 has the Fujifilm X lens mount whereas the Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount and Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 has a focal range of 16-50mm and
3.1X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
24-75mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sony FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 has a focal range of 28-60mm and 2.1X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 42 - 90mm .
