The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 and the Fujifilm 27mm F2.8 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. TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 56mm. The Fujifilm 27mm F2.8 with a length of 23mm, is 33mm shorter. Besides being longer, the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 also has a larger diameter of 68mm compared to the Fujifilm 27mm F2.8's 61mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 and Fujifilm 27mm F2.8 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 and the Fujifilm 27mm F2.8 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 27mm F2.8 weighs 78g, 66% (155g) lighter than the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8's weight of 233g.
Filter Threads
The TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 has a filter size of 52mm whereas the Fujifilm 27mm F2.8 has a 39mm 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 TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8:
And these are the 39mm filters that we recommend for the Fujifilm 27mm F2.8:
Lens Mounts
The TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Fujifilm 27mm F2.8 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.
TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 is also available in the Fujifilm X and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 56mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
84mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Fujifilm 27mm F2.8 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 27mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 40.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.