Lens Comparison
Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R vs Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Fuji X)
Key Differences
- Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R has a better weight (116g (4.1 oz) vs 265g (9.3 oz)).
- Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R has a better length (41mm vs 60.5mm).
- Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Fuji X) has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/2).
- Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Fuji X) has a better aperture blades (9 vs 7).
- Fujifilm XF 18mm f/2 R has a better min focus distance (18 cm vs 23 cm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 18mm | 23mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 8 | 10 |
| Optical Groups | 7 | 8 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 27-27mm | 35-35mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | Stepping | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 18 cm | 23 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.1x | 0.21x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $449 | $449 |
| Filter Size | 52mm | 52mm |
| Diameter | 64.5mm | 64.8mm |
| Length | 41mm | 60.5mm |
| Weight | 116g (4.1 oz) | 265g (9.3 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |






