The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 and the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R 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. Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 is the longer of the two lenses at 59mm. The Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR with a length of 46mm, is 13mm shorter. On the other hand, the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR has a larger diameter of 60mm compared to the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023's 59mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 and Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 and the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR 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 XF 35mm F2 R WR weighs 170g, 49% (167g) lighter than the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023's weight of 337g.
Filter Threads
The Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 has a filter size of 46mm whereas the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR has a 43mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 46mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023:
And these are the 43mm filters that we recommend for the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR:
Lens Mounts
The Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 has the Leica M lens mount whereas the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR has the Fujifilm X lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica M EV1 , Leica M11-D and Pixii Max for the Leica M Mount and Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount.
Focal Range
Leica M 50mm F1.4 2023 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 50mm.
On the other hand, the Fujifilm XF 35mm F2 R WR is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 52.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
