The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 and the Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G 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 18-120mm F4 is the longer of the two lenses at 124mm. The Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G with a length of 110mm, is 14mm shorter. On the other hand, the Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G has a larger diameter of 78mm compared to the Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4's 77mm 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. Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 weighs 460g, which means it is 22g (4%) lighter than the Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G which has a weight of 482g.
Filter Threads
Both the Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 and the Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G 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 XF 18-120mm F4 has the Fujifilm X lens mount whereas the Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G has the Sony E 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 Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 has a focal range of 18-120mm and
6.7X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
27-180mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Sony E PZ 18-105mm F4 G has a focal range of 18-105mm and 5.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 27-157.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
