Fujifilm XF23mmF1.4 R LM WRvsFujifilm XF23mmF2.8 R WR
XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR
23mm / F1.4
35mm equiv.
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XF23mmF2.8 R WR
23mm / F2.8
35mm equiv.
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Which to choose
When the XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR suits you better
- Brightness2.0 stops brighter — better in low light and blurs the background more
- Weather sealingHas weather sealing
When the XF23mmF2.8 R WR suits you better
- Weight285g lighter, so easier to carry
These points are derived mechanically from the numbers. How a lens actually renders does not show up in specifications, so look at samples before deciding.
Size compared
- XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR77.8mm long × 67mm diameter
- XF23mmF2.8 R WR23mm long × 61.8mm diameter
Specifications compared
| Specification | Fujifilm XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR | Fujifilm XF23mmF2.8 R WR | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length (wide) | 23mm | 23mm | — |
| Focal length (tele) | 23mm | 23mm | — |
| Max aperture (wide) | F1.4 | F2.8 | 2.0 stops brighter |
| Max aperture (tele) | F1.4 | F2.8 | 2.0 stops brighter |
| Min aperture | F16 | — | No data |
| Min focus distance | 19cm | 20cm | −0.01m |
| Max magnification | 0.20× | 0.15× | +0.05x |
| Aperture blades | 9blades | — | No data |
| Weight | 375g | 90g | +285g |
| Length | 77.8mm | 23mm | +54.8mm |
| Diameter | 67mm | 61.8mm | +5.2mm |
| Filter size | 58mm | 39mm | +19mm |
| Released | 2021 | 2025 | −4year |
| Stabilization | No | No | — |
| Weather sealing | Yes | No | Yes |
| Macro | No | No | — |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes | — |
The difference column reads as XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR relative to XF23mmF2.8 R WR.The highlighted cell is the better side for that specification.
Check prices
XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR
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XF23mmF2.8 R WR
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