The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C and the Fujifilm 23mm F2 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. Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C is the longer of the two lenses at 77mm. The Fujifilm 23mm F2 WR with a length of 52mm, is 25mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C also has a larger diameter of 66mm compared to the Fujifilm 23mm F2 WR's 60mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C and Fujifilm 23mm F2 WR to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C and the Fujifilm 23mm F2 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 23mm F2 WR weighs 180g, 47% (160g) lighter than the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C's weight of 340g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C has a filter size of 52mm whereas the Fujifilm 23mm F2 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 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C:
And these are the 43mm filters that we recommend for the Fujifilm 23mm F2 WR:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Fujifilm 23mm F2 WR has the Fujifilm X lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica TL2 , Leica TL and Leica T Typ 701 for the Leica L Mount and Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount.
Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
23mm but while Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN C has the fastest aperture of
F1.4 , the Fujifilm 23mm F2 WR's widest aperture value is
F2 .
