The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 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. Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR is the longer of the two lenses at 73mm. The Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C with a length of 64mm, is 9mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR also has a larger diameter of 73mm compared to the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C's 72mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 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. Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C weighs 250g, which means it is 125g (33%) lighter than the Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR which has a weight of 375g.
Filter Threads
Both the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR have the same Filter thread size of 67mm .
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C and the Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR has the same Fujifilm X lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 .
Sony E , Leica L and Canon RF mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN C has a focal range of 10-18mm and
1.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
15-27mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Fujifilm XF 16mm F1.4 R WR is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 16mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 24mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
