The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR and the Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR is the longer of the two lenses at 99mm. The Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF with a length of 90mm, is 9mm shorter. On the other hand, the Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR's 77mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR and Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR and the Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF Size and Weight 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 GF 30mm F3.5 R WR weighs 508g, which means it is 62g (10%) lighter than the Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF which has a weight of 570g.
Filter Threads
The Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF has a 82mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF:
Lens Mounts
The Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR has the Fujifilm G lens mount whereas the Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF has the Pentax 645AF2 lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 , Fujifilm GFX 100S II and Fujifilm GFX 100 II for the Fujifilm G Mount and Pentax 645Z , Pentax 645D and
Focal Range
Fujifilm GF 30mm F3.5 R WR is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 30mm.
On the other hand, the Pentax-D FA645 35mm F3.5 AL IF is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm.
