The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 12mm f2 E and the Fujifilm 18mm F2 R 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. Samyang AF 12mm f2 E is the longer of the two lenses at 65mm. The Fujifilm 18mm F2 R with a length of 41mm, is 24mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang AF 12mm f2 E also has a larger diameter of 70mm compared to the Fujifilm 18mm F2 R's 65mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Samyang AF 12mm f2 E and Fujifilm 18mm F2 R to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Samyang AF 12mm f2 E and the Fujifilm 18mm F2 R 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 18mm F2 R weighs 116g, 48% (108g) lighter than the Samyang AF 12mm f2 E's weight of 224g.
Lens Mounts
The Samyang AF 12mm f2 E has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Fujifilm 18mm F2 R has the Fujifilm X lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony ZV-E10 II , Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount and Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount.
Focal Range
Samyang AF 12mm f2 E 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.
On the other hand, the Fujifilm 18mm F2 R is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 18mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 27mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
