When comparing Fujifilm Fujinon XF 8mm F3.5 WR and Sigma 18-50mm f/2,8 DC DN Contemporary Fuji XF, which one is better?
The lens that weighs the least of the two is Fujifilm Fujinon XF 8mm F3.5 WR which weighs 220 g, compared to the loser Sigma 18-50mm f/2,8 DC DN Contemporary - Fuji XF which weighs 290 g.
Winner: Fujifilm Fujinon XF 8mm F3.5 WR
Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.
Full specifications table of Sigma 18-50mm f/2,8 DC DN Contemporary Fuji XF and Fujifilm Fujinon XF 8mm F3.5 WR:
Sigma 18-50mm f/2,8 DC DN Contemporary - Fuji XF | Fujifilm Fujinon XF 8mm F3.5 WR | |
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Brand | Sigma | Fujifilm |
Weight | 290 g | 220 g |
Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Focal Length | 18 - 50 mm | 8 mm |
Largest Aperture | 2.8 | 3.5 |
Anamorphic Lens | No | No |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 12 cm | Missing |
Type | Zoom | Prime |
Filter Thread | 55 | 62 |
Lens Front Diameter (Not Filter Thread) | 7 mm | Missing |
Stabilization | No | No |
Covers a Full Frame Sensor? | No | Yes |