The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G and the Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II 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. Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G is the longer of the two lenses at 100mm. The Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II with a length of 95mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, the Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II has a larger diameter of 78mm compared to the Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G's 73mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G and Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G and the Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II 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. Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II weighs 410g, 17% (84g) lighter than the Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G's weight of 494g.
Filter Threads
The Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II:
Lens Mounts
The Sony E 16-55mm F2.8 G has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II has the Fujifilm X lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony ZV-E10 II , Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount and Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
16-55mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8 .
