Lens Comparison
Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R vs Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Fuji X)
Key Differences
- Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Fuji X) has a better min focus distance (13 cm vs 28 cm).
- Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/2.8).
- Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R has a better weight (187g (6.6 oz) vs 290g (10.2 oz)).
- Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary (Fuji X) has a better max magnification (0.5x vs 0.17x).
- Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R has a better length (54.9mm vs 76.9mm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 35mm | 18-50mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 8 | 13 |
| Optical Groups | 6 | 10 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
| Angle of View | 44.2° – 44.2° | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | 53-53mm | 27-75mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | DC | HLA |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 28 cm | 13 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 0.5x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No | Yes |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $599 | $599 |
| Filter Size | 52mm | 52mm |
| Diameter | 65mm | 65.4mm |
| Length | 54.9mm | 76.9mm |
| Weight | 187g (6.6 oz) | 290g (10.2 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
