The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR and the Samyang 12mm f2.0 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 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR is the longer of the two lenses at 122mm. The Samyang 12mm f2.0 with a length of 59mm, is 63mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR also has a larger diameter of 88mm compared to the Samyang 12mm f2.0's 73mm 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. Samyang 12mm f2.0 weighs 260g, 67% (545g) lighter than the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR's weight of 805g.
Lens Mounts
Both the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR and the Samyang 12mm f2.0 has the same Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5.
Samyang 12mm f2.0 is also available in Canon EF-M , Micro Four Thirds, Sony E and Samsung NX mounts.
Focal Range
Fujifilm XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR has a focal range of 8-16mm and
2.0X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
12-24mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Samyang 12mm f2.0 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 12mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 18mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
