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Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR Review | 54 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,890Lens mount:Fujifilm GMaximum focal length:23 mmMaximum aperture (telephoto end):35Optical image stabilization:noMaximum angle of view:99.9 °

Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR Review: Compare 54 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Camera lenses category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
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An overall evaluation of the camera lens's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

80%

6.0

Technical score

20%

8.0

User score

â–ĽWorse than 68% of camera-lenses
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Camera lenses category across these key areas: Mount & Format, Optics & Aperture, Focus & Controls, Stabilization, Build & Handling, Lab Scores.
When it matters
When you want to compare camera lenses based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

35%

4.6

Optics & Aperture

24%

8.4

Build & Handling

20%

7.2

Focus & Controls

10%

?

Lab Scores

8%

1.0

Stabilization

3%

1.0

Mount & Format

â–ĽWorse than 68% of camera-lenses
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

4.8

Number of reviews

Based on 39 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–ĽWorse than 61% of camera-lenses
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Technical Specifications of camera lens Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Camera lenses category across these key areas: Mount & Format, Optics & Aperture, Focus & Controls, Stabilization, Build & Handling, Lab Scores.
When it matters
When you want to compare camera lenses based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

35%

4.6

Optics & Aperture

24%

8.4

Build & Handling

20%

7.2

Focus & Controls

10%

?

Lab Scores

8%

1.0

Stabilization

3%

1.0

Mount & Format

6.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

70%

9.4

User ratings

30%

4.8

Number of reviews

Based on 39 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
4.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.
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When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 79% of models
Popularity:
Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR has a popularity score of 4.8 points, which is lower than 77.8% of camera lenses.
4.8
Value for money
Value for money
4.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the camera lens's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

1.0

Price

4.8
Lens type
prime
Lens mount
Fujifilm G
Sensor format coverage
Medium format
Filter thread size
82 mm
Teleconverter compatibility
no
Teleconverter compatibility
no
â–Ľ Worse than 15% of models
This camera lens does not support teleconverters. 15.3% of camera lenses support teleconverters.
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Minimum focal length
23 mm
Maximum focal length
23 mm
Optical zoom
N/A
Maximum angle of view
99.9 °
Minimum angle of view
99.9 °
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Focus motor
linear motor
Minimum focus distance
0.38 m
Minimum focus distance
0.38 m
â–Ľ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <0.18 m – >1.1 m
This camera lens focuses as close as 0.38 m, which is farther than 57.8% of camera lenses and equal to 1.7% of camera lenses.
Maximum reproduction ratio
0.09xx
Maximum reproduction ratio
0.09x
â–Ľ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <0.11 x – >0.39 x
This camera lens reaches a reproduction ratio of 0.09x, which is lower than 94.6% of camera lenses and equal to 2.1% of camera lenses.
Full-time manual focus
yes
Full-time manual focus
yes
â–˛ Better than 32% of models
This camera lens supports full-time manual focus. 68.3% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
Internal focusing
yes
Internal focusing
yes
â–˛ Better than 16% of models
This camera lens supports internal focusing. 83.6% of camera lenses support internal focusing.
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Optical image stabilization
no
Optical image stabilization
no
â–Ľ Worse than 29% of models
This camera lens does not support optical image stabilization. 29.1% of camera lenses include optical image stabilization.
Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)
N/A
Weight
845 g
Weight
845 g
â–Ľ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <171 g – >1.3k g
This camera lens weighs 845 g, which is heavier than 77.2% of camera lenses and equal to the weight of 0.2% of camera lenses.
Lens length
103 mm
Lens length
103 mm
â–Ľ Worse than 62% of models
Market range: <46 mm – >189 mm
This camera lens is 103 mm long, which is longer than 62.2% of camera lenses and equal to the length of 0.3% of camera lenses.
Lens diameter
89.8 mm
Lens diameter
89.8 mm
â–Ľ Worse than 86% of models
Market range: <62.4 mm – >94.7 mm
This camera lens has a diameter of 89.8 mm, which is wider than 85.6% of camera lenses and equal to that of 0.1% of camera lenses.
Weather sealing (splashproof)
yes
Weather sealing (splashproof)
yes
â–˛ Better than 50% of models
This camera lens supports weather sealing. 50.2% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
Metal mount
yes
Metal mount
yes
â–˛ Better than 6% of models
This camera lens uses a metal lens mount. 93.6% of camera lenses use a metal lens mount.
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DxOMark overall score
?
DxOMark sharpness score
?
DxOMark transmission
?
DxOMark distortion
?
DxOMark vignetting
?
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Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR vs the average camera lens

246810TotalMount & FormatOptics & ApertureFocus & ControlsStabilizationBuild & HandlingLab Scores
  • Has fluorine coating
    Fluorine coating
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 67% of models
    This camera lens has a fluorine coating, the average camera lens does not. 32.6% of camera lenses use a fluorine coating.
  • Has aperture ring
    Aperture ring
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 69% of models
    This camera lens has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.3% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
  • Has de-clickable aperture ring
    De-clickable aperture ring
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 82% of models
    This camera lens has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.3% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
    De-clickable aperture ring.
  • 2 more low-dispersion elements
    Low-dispersion elements
    4
    â–˛ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <0 – >4
    This camera lens has more low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (4 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
    4 vs 2
  • 2 more low-dispersion elements
    Low-dispersion elements
    4
    â–˛ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <0 – >4
    This camera lens has more low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (4 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
    4 vs 2
  • Has aperture ring
    Aperture ring
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 69% of models
    This camera lens has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.3% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
  • Has de-clickable aperture ring
    De-clickable aperture ring
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 82% of models
    This camera lens has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.3% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
    De-clickable aperture ring.
  • Has fluorine coating
    Fluorine coating
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 67% of models
    This camera lens has a fluorine coating, the average camera lens does not. 32.6% of camera lenses use a fluorine coating.
  • 32.2 higher f-number at telephoto end
    Maximum aperture (telephoto end)
    35
    â–Ľ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <1.4 – >5.6
    This camera lens has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/35 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
    35 vs 2.8
  • 335 g heavier
    Weight
    845 g
    â–Ľ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <171 g – >1.3k g
    This camera lens is heavier than the average camera lens (845 g vs 510 g). The average lens weighs 510 g.
    845 g vs 510 g
  • Fixed lens hood
    Reversible lens hood
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 81% of models
    This camera lens does not include a reversible lens hood, the average camera lens does. 81.4% of camera lenses include a reversible lens hood.
  • 12.8 mm wider lens barrel
    Lens diameter
    89.8 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <62.4 mm – >94.7 mm
    This camera lens is wider than the average camera lens (89.8 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
    89.8 mm vs 77 mm
  • 0.1 x lower maximum reproduction ratio
    Maximum reproduction ratio
    0.09 x
    â–Ľ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <0.11 x – >0.39 x
    This camera lens has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.1 x vs 0.2 x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192 x.
    0.09 x vs 0.192 x
  • 10.75 mm longer lens
    Lens length
    103 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <46 mm – >189 mm
    This camera lens is longer than the average camera lens (103 mm vs 92.25 mm). The average lens has a length of 92.25 mm.
    103 mm vs 92.25 mm
  • 44.3% worse value for money
    Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera lens (4.77 vs 6.9).
    4.77 vs 6.89
  • 3.57x more expensive
    Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR is more expensive than the average camera lens (ÂŁ1,890 vs ÂŁ530).
    ÂŁ1,890 vs ÂŁ530
  • 44.3% worse value for money
    Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera lens (4.77 vs 6.9).
    4.77 vs 6.89
  • 3.57x more expensive
    Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR is more expensive than the average camera lens (ÂŁ1,890 vs ÂŁ530).
    ÂŁ1,890 vs ÂŁ530
  • 52.2% less popular
    Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR is less popular than the average camera lens (4.79 vs 7.3).
    4.79 vs 7.29
  • 32.2 higher f-number at telephoto end
    Maximum aperture (telephoto end)
    35
    â–Ľ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <1.4 – >5.6
    This camera lens has a dimmer maximum telephoto aperture than the average camera lens (f/35 vs f/2.8). The average lens has a maximum telephoto aperture of f/2.8.
    35 vs 2.8
  • 0.1 x lower maximum reproduction ratio
    Maximum reproduction ratio
    0.09 x
    â–Ľ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <0.11 x – >0.39 x
    This camera lens has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.1 x vs 0.2 x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192 x.
    0.09 x vs 0.192 x
  • 0.08 m longer minimum focus distance
    Minimum focus distance
    0.38 m
    â–Ľ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.18 m – >1.1 m
    This camera lens has a higher minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.4 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
    0.38 m vs 0.3 m
  • 335 g heavier
    Weight
    845 g
    â–Ľ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <171 g – >1.3k g
    This camera lens is heavier than the average camera lens (845 g vs 510 g). The average lens weighs 510 g.
    845 g vs 510 g
  • Fixed lens hood
    Reversible lens hood
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 81% of models
    This camera lens does not include a reversible lens hood, the average camera lens does. 81.4% of camera lenses include a reversible lens hood.
  • 12.8 mm wider lens barrel
    Lens diameter
    89.8 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <62.4 mm – >94.7 mm
    This camera lens is wider than the average camera lens (89.8 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
    89.8 mm vs 77 mm
  • 10.75 mm longer lens
    Lens length
    103 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <46 mm – >189 mm
    This camera lens is longer than the average camera lens (103 mm vs 92.25 mm). The average lens has a length of 92.25 mm.
    103 mm vs 92.25 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 39 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR

  • Exceptional image sharpness, especially in the center and even at smaller apertures like f/14
  • Highly effective control over distortion and chromatic aberrations for an ultra-wide lens
  • Robust, weather-sealed construction suitable for professional use in difficult conditions
  • Uses a standard 82mm filter thread, making it compatible with many common filter systems
  • Relatively compact and well-balanced when paired with GFX camera bodies
  • Fast and quiet autofocus for a medium format lens

What we don't like about Fujifilm GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR

  • High price point (retailing around $2,600) makes it a significant investment
  • Noticeable vignetting and corner softness when shooting wide-open at f/4
  • Relatively large and heavy (845g), which can be fatiguing for handheld street photography
  • Maximum aperture of f/4 is not particularly bright for low-light indoor shooting without a tripod
  • Lack of 'hard stops' on the manual focus ring may affect some users' tactile preference

Verdict

The Fujifilm GF 23mm f/4 R LM WR is a premium super wide-angle prime lens designed for the G-mount medium format system, offering an 18mm full-frame equivalent focal length and a 99.9° angle of view. Its sophisticated optical construction features 15 elements in 12 groups, including two aspherical, one Super ED, and three ED elements to virtually eliminate distortion and chromatic aberration while maintaining edge-to-edge sharpness. Key characteristics include a fast, silent linear autofocus motor, a 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh, and a rugged, weather-sealed build capable of operating at temperatures as low as -10°C. While its main pros are exceptional resolving power, minimal distortion for its width, and a convenient 82mm filter thread, its primary cons are its significant weight of 845g, relatively bulky dimensions, and a maximum aperture of f/4 which may limit depth-of-field control and low-light performance.

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