The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Laowa 55mm F2.8 TS 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. Laowa 55mm F2.8 TS is the longer of the two lenses at 169mm. The Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR with a length of 99mm, is 70mm shorter. On the other hand, the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR has a larger diameter of 95mm compared to the Laowa 55mm F2.8 TS's 85mm 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, 42% (565g) lighter than the Laowa 55mm F2.8 TS's weight of 1345g.
Filter Threads
Both the Laowa 55mm F2.8 TS 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
Both the Laowa 55mm F2.8 TS and the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR has the same Fujifilm G lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm G lenses are , and .
Laowa 55mm F2.8 TS is also available in the Sony E , Canon RF, Nikon Z and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
55mm but while Laowa 55mm F2.8 TS has the fastest aperture of
F2.8, the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR's widest aperture value is
F1.7.
