Lens Comparison
Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R vs Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (Fuji X)
Key Differences
- Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R has a better weight (187g (6.6 oz) vs 620g (1.37 lb)).
- Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R has a better maximum aperture (f/1.4 vs f/3.5).
- Fujifilm XF 35mm f/1.4 R has a better length (54.9mm vs 125.6mm).
- Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (Fuji X) has a better max magnification (0.5x vs 0.17x).
- Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (Fuji X) has a better min focus distance (19 cm vs 28 cm).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 35mm | 18-300mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 8 | 19 |
| Optical Groups | 6 | 13 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.4 | f/3.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 | f/32 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| 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 | 27-450mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Motor | DC | VXD |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 28 cm | 19 cm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17x | 0.5x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | Yes |
| Aperture Ring | Yes | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | No |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $599 | $649 |
| Filter Size | 52mm | 67mm |
| Diameter | 65mm | 75mm |
| Length | 54.9mm | 125.6mm |
| Weight | 187g (6.6 oz) | 620g (1.37 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |






