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Fujifilm XF 16mm F2.8 R WR Fujinon vs Viltrox 16mm f/1.8

Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.

Verdict at a glance

  • Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 is faster by 1.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
Specification comparison
Spec XF 16mm F2.8 R WR Fujinon 16mm f/1.8
Brand Fujifilm Viltrox
Mount Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Type Prime Prime
Focal length 16mm 16mm
Max aperture f/2.8 f/1.8 (faster)
Format aps-c full-frame
Weight g 155 n/a
Filter mm 49 77
Length mm 45.0 n/a
Diameter mm 60.0 n/a
Min focus m 0.17 n/a
Weather sealed Yes Yes
Groups n/a 12
Af motor n/a STM
Elements n/a 15

Fujifilm XF 16mm F2.8 R WR Fujinon

A compact weather-resistant 24mm-equivalent prime for X-mount, weighing about 155 g. It takes 49mm filters and focuses as close as 0.17 m.

Pros

  • Light at 155 g
  • Weather resistant
  • Close focus 0.17 m
  • Compact

Cons

  • f/2.8 is slow
  • No stabilization
  • Edges soft wide open

Viltrox 16mm f/1.8

Viltrox 16mm f/1.8: an APS-C fast wide-angle prime lens with a 16mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Fujifilm X mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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