The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR and the Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 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 23mm F4 is the longer of the two lenses at 103mm. The Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR with a length of 99mm, is 4mm shorter. On the other hand, the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR has a larger diameter of 95mm compared to the Fujifilm GF 23mm F4's 90mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR and Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR and the Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 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 55mm F1.7R WR weighs 780g, which means it is 65g (7%) lighter than the Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 which has a weight of 845g.
Filter Threads
The Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR has a filter size of 77mm whereas the Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 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 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR:
And these are the 82mm filters that we recommend for the Fujifilm GF 23mm F4:
Lens Mounts
Both the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR and the Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 has the same Fujifilm G lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm G lenses are Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 , Fujifilm GFX 100S II and Fujifilm GFX 100 II .
Focal Range
Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 55mm.
On the other hand, the Fujifilm GF 23mm F4 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 23mm.
