TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) vs TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X)

The bottom line

These cover different focal lengths — the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) is 25mm, the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X) is 27mm — so they're not really substitutes. Pick by the field of view you actually need: the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) for standard, the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X) for standard.

Choose the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) if…

  • You want more light and background blur — f/2 is faster than f/2.8, better for low light and subject separation.
  • You value portability — at 66g (2.3 oz) it's lighter than the 85g (3.0 oz) alternative for travel and all-day carry.

Where they differ

  • Aperture: the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) opens to f/2 vs the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X)'s f/2.8 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.
  • Focal range: TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) is 25mm, TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X) is 27mm — different framing and reach.

Frequently asked

Is the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) or the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X) better?

These cover different focal lengths — the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) is 25mm, the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X) is 27mm — so they're not really substitutes. Pick by the field of view you actually need: the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) for standard, the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X) for standard.

Who should choose the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X)?

Choose the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) if you want more light and background blur — f/2 is faster than f/2.8, better for low light and subject separation. Choose it if you value portability — at 66g (2.3 oz) it's lighter than the 85g (3.0 oz) alternative for travel and all-day carry.

What is the main difference between the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) and the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X)?

Aperture: the TTArtisan 25mm f/2 C (Fujifilm X) opens to f/2 vs the TTArtisan AF 27mm f/2.8 (Fujifilm X)'s f/2.8 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.

Product
Optical Design
Focal Length25mm27mm
Lens TypePrimePrime
Optical Elements68
Optical Groups56
Aperture & Iris
Maximum Aperturef/2f/2.8
Minimum Aperturef/16f/16
Aperture Blades77
Rounded ApertureNoNo
Coverage & Angle
Format CoverageAPS-CAPS-C
Lens MountFujifilm XFujifilm X
Angle of View59°55°
35mm Equivalent38-38mm41-41mm
Focus
AutofocusNoYes
Focus MotorSTM
Focus LimiterNoNo
AF/MF SwitchNoNo
Min Focus Distance15 cm35 cm
Max Magnification0.12x0.1x
Stabilization & Video
Optical StabilizationNoNo
Aperture RingNoNo
Declickable ApertureNoNo
ParfocalNoNo
Internal ZoomNoNo
General
Price (MSRP)$99$99
Filter Size43mm43mm
Diameter40mm52.8mm
Length23.5mm22.8mm
Weight66g (2.3 oz)85g (3.0 oz)
Weather SealedNoNo
Tripod CollarNoNo