The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 35mm F1.2 II 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. Sigma 35mm F1.2 II is the longer of the two lenses at 113mm. The Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR with a length of 99mm, is 14mm shorter. On the other hand, the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR has a larger diameter of 95mm compared to the Sigma 35mm F1.2 II's 81mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Sigma 35mm F1.2 II and Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Sigma 35mm F1.2 II and the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R 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 35mm F1.2 II weighs 750g, which means it is 30g (3%) lighter than the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR which has a weight of 780g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 35mm F1.2 II has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 35mm F1.2 II:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR:
Lens Mounts
The Sigma 35mm F1.2 II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR has the Fujifilm G lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 , Fujifilm GFX 100S II and Fujifilm GFX 100 II for the Fujifilm G Mount.
Focal Range
Sigma 35mm F1.2 II is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 35mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
52.5mm .
On the other hand, the Fujifilm GF 55mm F1.7R WR is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 55mm.
