The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II and the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM 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. Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 121mm. The Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II with a length of 95mm, is 26mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 78mm.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II and Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II and the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM 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 16-55mm F2.8 II weighs 410g, which means it is 400g (49%) lighter than the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM which has a weight of 810g.
Filter Threads
Both the Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II and the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM have the same Filter thread size of 72mm .
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II has the Fujifilm X lens mount whereas the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM has the Pentax KAF 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 Pentax K-3 III Mono , Pentax KF and Pentax K-3 III for the Pentax KAF Mount.
Canon EF , Sony Alpha , Sigma SA and Nikon F (DX) mounts.
Focal Range
Fujifilm 16-55mm F2.8 II has a focal range of 16-55mm and
3.4X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
24-82.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM has a focal range of 18-35mm and 1.9X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 27-52.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
