The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Mitakon 80mm f1.6 XCD 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. Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR is the longer of the two lenses at 99mm. The Mitakon 80mm f1.6 XCD with a length of 83mm, is 16mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR also has a larger diameter of 95mm compared to the Mitakon 80mm f1.6 XCD's 83mm 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, 13% (120g) lighter than the Mitakon 80mm f1.6 XCD's weight of 900g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Standard Prime Lenses in Fujifilm G Mount for size comparison purposes.
Standard Lenses in Fujifilm G Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Mitakon 80mm f1.6 XCD 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 Mitakon 80mm f1.6 XCD 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 Hasselblad X2D II, Hasselblad X2D and Hasselblad X1D II.
Focal Range
Mitakon 80mm f1.6 XCD is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 89mm.
On the other hand, the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 55mm.
