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Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon vs Samyang 35mm T1.3 AS UMC CS

Both are Fujifilm X prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon if

  • You want a compact lens: 47 mm vs 74.5 mm long
  • Our notes say it suits: Everyday shooting, beginner portraits, street

Pick the Samyang 35mm T1.3 AS UMC CS if

  • You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.3 vs f/2)

Spec differences

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Specifications that differ between the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon and the Samyang 35mm T1.3 AS UMC CS
Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon Samyang 35mm T1.3 AS UMC CS
Brand
Fujifilm
Samyang
Max aperture
f/2
f/1.3 1⅓ stops faster
Weight
130 g
not listed
Length
47 mm shorter
74.5 mm
Diameter
58 mm slimmer
73.6 mm
Filter thread
43 mm
62 mm
Min focus distance
0.35 m closer
0.38 m
Max magnification
0.14×
not listed
Aperture blades
9
not listed
Optical design
not listed
9 elements / 7 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2020
not listed
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Mount
Fujifilm X both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
35mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon

A small normal prime for X-mount. It weighs about 130 g and takes 43mm filters.

Pros

  • Light at about 130 g
  • f/2 aperture
  • Compact

Cons

  • Plastic build
  • No aperture ring
  • Not weather sealed

Our notes

Samyang 35mm T1.3 AS UMC CS

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