The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Hasselblad 20-35mm F3.2-4.5 E and the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR 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. Hasselblad 20-35mm F3.2-4.5 E is the longer of the two lenses at 117mm. The Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR with a length of 99mm, is 18mm shorter. On the other hand, the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR has a larger diameter of 95mm compared to the Hasselblad 20-35mm F3.2-4.5 E's 81mm 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 GF 55mm F1.7R WR weighs 780g, 3% (25g) lighter than the Hasselblad 20-35mm F3.2-4.5 E's weight of 805g.
Filter Threads
Both the Hasselblad 20-35mm F3.2-4.5 E and the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Hasselblad 20-35mm F3.2-4.5 E has the Hasselblad X lens mount whereas the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR has the Fujifilm G lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Hasselblad X2D II, Hasselblad X2D and Hasselblad X1D II for the Hasselblad X Mount and Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55, Fujifilm GFX 100S II and Fujifilm GFX 100 II for the Fujifilm G Mount.
Focal Range
Hasselblad 20-35mm F3.2-4.5 E has a focal range of 20-35mm and
1.8X zoom ratio .
On the other hand, the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 55mm.