The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 and the Samsung NX-M 9-27mm F3.5-5.6 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 XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 71mm. The Samsung NX-M 9-27mm F3.5-5.6 with a length of 30mm, is 41mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 also has a larger diameter of 65mm compared to the Samsung NX-M 9-27mm F3.5-5.6's 50mm diameter.
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. Samsung NX-M 9-27mm F3.5-5.6 weighs 73g, 69% (167g) lighter than the Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8's weight of 240g.
Filter Threads
The Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Samsung NX-M 9-27mm F3.5-5.6 has a 39mm 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 XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8:
And these are the 39mm filters that we recommend for the Samsung NX-M 9-27mm F3.5-5.6:
Lens Mounts
The Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 has the Fujifilm X lens mount whereas the Samsung NX-M 9-27mm F3.5-5.6 has the Samsung NX-M lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount and Samsung NX mini, and for the Samsung NX-M Mount.
Focal Range
Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F2.8-4.8 has a focal range of 16-50mm and
3.1X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
24-75mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Samsung NX-M 9-27mm F3.5-5.6 has a focal range of 9-27mm and 3.0X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 24.3-72.9mm when used on a 1" format camera.
