The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C and the Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C and Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C and the Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 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 18-120mm F4 weighs 460g, 25% (155g) lighter than the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C's weight of 615g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C and the Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 has the same Fujifilm X lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are
Sony E , Leica L and Canon RF mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 16-300mm f3.5-6.7 C has a focal range of 16-300mm and
18.8X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
25.6-480mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Fujifilm XF 18-120mm F4 has a focal range of 18-120mm and 6.7X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 27-180mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
