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7artisans 35mm F1.2 vs Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR

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7artisans 35mm F1.2 vs Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing the 7artisans 35mm F1.2 for the X Mount and the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR for the X Mount, two Standard Prime lenses from 7artisans and Fujifilm. Both lenses have the same focal range of 35mm but different max apertures: 7artisans 35mm F1.2 has a max aperture of F1.2 while the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR has a max aperture of F2.

We will start by looking briefly at the main specs of these two lenses, and in the next section, we will start analyzing them in more detail and listing the pros and cons of each lens.

7artisans 35mm F1.2 Key Specs

  • 35mm Focal Range
  • F1.2 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 43mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • Weight: 150g.
  • Diameter: mm
  • Length: 36mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.35m

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

What type of photography are the 7artisans 35mm F1.2 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 7artisans 35mm F1.2 and the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type 7artisans 35mm F1.2 Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR
Bird/WildlifeFairFair
SportsAverageAverage
PortraitExcellentExcellent
TravelGoodGood
StreetVery GoodVery Good
WeddingExcellentExcellent
Walk AroundGoodGood
VloggingGoodGood
LandscapeGoodGood

Size and Weight Comparison

The size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses. Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR is the longer of the two lenses at 59mm. The 7artisans 35mm F1.2 with a length of 36mm, is 23mm shorter.

The weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. 7artisans 35mm F1.2 weighs 150g, which means it is 20g (11%) 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 Prime Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Lens Fujifilm 35mm F1.4 R
55mm
65mm 187g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 56mm F1.4 C
60mm
67mm 280g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN C Lens Sigma 30mm F1.4 C
73mm
65mm 265g Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR Lens Fujifilm XF 50mm F2 R WR
59mm
60mm 200g Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 33mm F1.4 R LM WR Lens Fujifilm XF 33mm F1.4 R LM WR
74mm
67mm 360g Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XC 35mm F2 Lens Fujifilm XC 35mm F2
47mm
58mm 130g Amazon B&H Photo
Fujifilm XF 56mm F1.2 R Lens Fujifilm 56mm F1.2 R
70mm
73mm 405g Amazon B&H Photo
7artisans 25mm F1.8 Lens 7artisans 25mm F1.8
32mm
51mm 143g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both the 7artisans 35mm F1.2 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-T5, Fujifilm X-H2 and Fujifilm X-H2S.

7artisans 35mm F1.2 is also available in Canon EF-M and Sony E mounts.

Focal Range

Both lenses have the same focal range of 35mm but while 7artisans 35mm F1.2 has the fastest aperture of F1.2, the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR's widest aperture value is F2.

Reasons to choose 7artisans 35mm F1.2 over Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR

Max Aperture - Wide 1.2 vs 2 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 1.2 vs 2 Wider aperture at tele end
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing
Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Weight 150g vs 170g 20g lighter
Diameter mm vs 60mm 60mm smaller in diameter
Length 36mm vs 59mm 23mm shorter

Reasons to choose Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR over 7artisans 35mm F1.2

Autofocus Yes vs No Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.3m vs 0.35m can focus closer to the subject

Common Strengths of 7artisans 35mm F1.2 and Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Aperture Ring Yes vs Yes able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Common Weaknesses of 7artisans 35mm F1.2 and Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization


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7artisans 35mm F1.2 vs Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand 7artisans Fujifilm
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Standard Prime Standard Prime
Lens Mount Fujifilm X Fujifilm X
Max Format APS-C / DX APS-C / DX
Focal Range 35mm 35mm
Image Stabilization 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 F1.2 F2
Min Aperture F16
Aperture Ring Yes Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 6 9
Optical Groups 5 6
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.35m 0.3m
Max Magnification - -
Autofocus No Yes
AF Motor Type No AF Stepper motor
Full Time Manual Yes Unknown
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes No
DoF Scale Yes No
Distance Scale Yes No
Focus Distance Limiter No No
Physical Specs
Weight 150g 170g
Diameter - 60mm
Length 36mm 59mm
Materials Aluminum -
Weather Sealing No Yes
Filter Thread 43mm 43mm
Hood Supplied - No
Tripod Collar No No
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