Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM
Fujifilm XF 30mm F2.8 R LM WR Macro
When comparing Fujifilm XF 30mm F2.8 R LM WR Macro and Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM, which one is better?
The lenses each feature different lens mounts — the Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM features a Canon EF while the Fujifilm XF 30mm F2.8 R LM WR Macro features a Fujifilm XF — and because of this the preference varies. If you have a compatible camera, then of course that lens will be a better choice for you.
Winner: Tied — It depends on your gear
Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.
Both lenses share the same aperture of 2.8 — this means that you may buy both Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM and Fujifilm XF 30mm F2.8 R LM WR Macro in this regard; they''re the same.
Winner: Tied
Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.
Both lenses are Prime lenses, which means that you can choose both Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM or Fujifilm XF 30mm F2.8 R LM WR Macro if you're looking for that type of lens.
Winner: Tied
Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.
Both Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM and Fujifilm XF 30mm F2.8 R LM WR Macro feature a weather sealed design, making them both great in that aspect.
Winner: Tied — both have this feature
Regarding weather seal: A lens that is weather sealed will perform better over time if you're using the lens in harsh conditions where it's wet or dusty. It may not matter if you're merely using your lens in a studio or in your home.
Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM covers a full frame sensor while Fujifilm XF 30mm F2.8 R LM WR Macro does not. If you have a full frame camera then Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM is the only choice for you in this comparison.
Winner: Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM
Regarding full frame coverage: All lenses do not cover full frame sensors, but not all cameras are full frame cameras either. If a lens covers a full frame sensor it can be used on all cameras with a matching lens mount, both full frame and crop sensors, except for medium format cameras.
Full specifications table of Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM and Fujifilm XF 30mm F2.8 R LM WR Macro:
Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM | Fujifilm XF 30mm F2.8 R LM WR Macro | |
Brand | Canon | Fujifilm |
Weight | Missing | 195 g |
Lens Mount | Canon EF | Fujifilm XF |
Focal Length | 200 mm | 30 mm |
Largest Aperture | 2.8 | 2.8 |
Anamorphic | No | Missing |
Minimum Focus Distance | Missing | 10 cm |
Type | Prime | Prime |
Filter Thread Diameter | Missing | 43 |
Image Stabilization | No | Missing |
Autofocus | Evet | Missing |
Macro | Missing | Yes |
Weather Seal | Yes | Yes |
Full Frame Coverage | Yes | No |
Lens Hood Included | Yes | Missing |