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Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon vs Samyang 35mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II

Both are Fujifilm X prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon if

  • Our notes say it suits: Everyday shooting, beginner portraits, street

Pick the Samyang 35mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.5 vs f/2)
  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.3 m vs 0.35 m
  • You shoot full frame: the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon is made for APS-C

Spec differences

13 differences
Specifications that differ between the Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon and the Samyang 35mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II
Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Fujinon Samyang 35mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II
Brand
Fujifilm
Samyang
Format
APS-C
Full frame
Max aperture
f/2
f/1.5 ⅔ stop faster
Weight
130 g
not listed
Length
47 mm
not listed
Diameter
58 mm slimmer
83 mm
Filter thread
43 mm
77 mm
Min focus distance
0.35 m
0.3 m closer
Max magnification
0.14×
not listed
Aperture blades
9
not listed
Optical design
not listed
12 elements / 10 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2020
not listed
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Mount
Fujifilm X both
Type
Prime 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 T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II

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