Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Vs Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR - Camera Decision

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Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 vs Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR x Lens to replace ChangeFujifilm XC 35mm F2

Standard Prime | Fujifilm X

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Standard Prime | Fujifilm X

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In this review, we'll compare the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 for the X Mount with the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR for the X Mount, both Standard Prime lenses designed by Fujifilm. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 35mm and F2 so they are very comparable in this regard.

We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two lenses. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.

Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Key Specs

• 35mm Focal Range
• F2 Max Aperture
• Filter Thread: 43mm
• Max Format: APS-C / DX
• Fujifilm X Mount
• Weight: 130g.
• Diameter: 58mm
• Length: 47mm
• Min Focus Distance: 0.35m
• Max Magnification: 0.14x

Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR Key Specs

• 35mm Focal Range
• F2 Max Aperture
• Weather-sealed
• Filter Thread: 43mm
• Max Format: APS-C / DX
• Fujifilm X Mount
• Weight: 170g.
• Diameter: 60mm
• Length: 59mm
• Min Focus Distance: 0.3m

Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 .. Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 See at AMAZON Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 .. See at AMAZON

What type of photography are the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 and Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 and the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type	Fujifilm XC 35mm F2	Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR
Bird/Wildlife	Fair	Fair
Sports	Average	Average
Portrait	Excellent	Excellent
Travel	Good	Good
Street	Very Good	Very Good
Wedding	Excellent	Excellent
Walk Around	Good	Good
Vlogging	Good	Good
Landscape	Good	Good

Size and Weight Comparison

The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR is the longer of the two lenses at 59mm. The Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 with a length of 47mm, is 12mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR also has a larger diameter of 60mm compared to the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2's 58mm diameter.

Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 and Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.

The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 weighs 130g, which means it is 40g (23%) lighter than the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR which has a weight of 170g.

Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for size comparison purposes.

Standard Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for Size Comparison

Model	Length	Diameter	Weight	Street Price
	Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II	95mm	78mm	410g	Amazon B&H Photo
	Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8	106mm	83mm	655g	Amazon B&H Photo
	Fujifilm 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS	70mm	65mm	310g	Amazon B&H Photo
	Fujifilm 35mm F1.4 R	55mm	65mm	187g	Amazon B&H Photo
	Fujifilm XF 16-80mm F4 R OIS WR	89mm	78mm	440g	Amazon B&H Photo
	Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4	124mm	77mm	460g	Amazon B&H Photo
	Fujifilm XC 15-45mm F3.5-5.6 OIS PZ	44mm	63mm	136g	Amazon B&H Photo
	Tamron 17-70 F2.8 Di III-A VC	119mm	75mm	525g	Amazon B&H Photo

Filter Threads

Both the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 and the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR have the same Filter thread size of 43mm.

Below are links to the 43mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:

• 43mm Variable ND Lens Filters
• 43mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
• 43mm Clear Protection Lens Filters

Lens Mounts

Both the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 and the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR has the same Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-M5, Fujifilm X-T50 and Fujifilm X-S20.

Focal Range

Both lenses have the same focal range of 35mm and the fastest aperture of F2.

Weight	130g vs 170g	40g lighter
Diameter	58mm vs 60mm	2mm smaller in diameter
Length	47mm vs 59mm	12mm shorter

Aperture Ring	Yes vs No	able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Weather Sealing	Yes vs No	safer to use under rain and dust
Min Focus Distance	0.3m vs 0.35m	can focus closer to the subject

Autofocus	Yes vs Yes	Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Internal Focusing	Yes vs Yes	Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing

Image Stabilization	No vs No	Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization
Distance Scale	No vs No	No Distance Scale assist

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General
Brand	Fujifilm	Fujifilm
Lens Type	Prime	Prime
Price	CHECK PRICE	CHECK PRICE
Lens Type	Standard Prime	Standard Prime
Lens Mount	Fujifilm X	Fujifilm X
Max Format	APS-C / DX	APS-C / DX
Focal Range	35mm	35mm
Optical IS	No
Colour	Black	Black, Silver
Zoom Method	No Zoom	No Zoom
Power Zoom	No	No
Zoom Lock	No	No
Zoom Ratio	1.0X	1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture	F2	F2
Min Aperture	F16
Aperture Ring	No	Yes
Diaphragm Blades	9	9
Optics
Optical Elements	9	9
Optical Groups	6	6
Focusing
Min Focus Distance	0.35m	0.3m
Max Magnif.	0.14X	-
Autofocus	Yes	Yes
AF Motor Type	Stepper motor	Stepper motor
Full Time Manual	No	Unknown
Focus Method	Internal	Internal
Distance Scale	No	No
DoF Scale	No	No
Distance Scale	No	No
Focus Limiter	No	No
Physical Specs
Weight	130g	170g
Diameter	58mm	60mm
Length	47mm	59mm
Materials	Composite	-
Weather Sealing	No	Yes
Filter Thread	43mm	43mm
Hood Supplied	No	No
Tripod Collar	No	No
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